Montecristo Edmundo, Cigar Review

It’s time for another honest cigar review, and this time we’re going back to a proper classic, the Montecristo Edmundo. This review is based on Axel’s smoke, and it was one of those sessions where everything just clicked, reliable construction, rich flavor, and that unmistakable Montecristo identity from the first draw.

 

Cigar overview

Name: Montecristo Edmundo
Vitola: Edmundo, 135 mm, ring gauge 52
Origin: Cuba
Wrapper: Cuba
Binder: Cuba
Filler: Cuba
Strength: Medium to full
Price: Roughly 50€ in Europe currently (Depending on market and availability, not the easiest to find right now)

 

Construction and draw

Construction was very solid throughout. The draw was open but well balanced, producing thick aromatic smoke without feeling loose. Burn stayed steady with minimal correction, and the ash held well. It behaved exactly like you want a core Montecristo to behave, predictable in a good way.

 

Flavor

Right from the start you get the classic Montecristo signature, creamy cocoa and sweet cedar leading the opening, with soft roasted coffee and a faint nuttiness underneath. In the middle third the profile deepens into darker cocoa and espresso, the sweetness pulls back slightly and you start getting hints of leather and toasted almonds. Toward the end, earth comes forward alongside darker chocolate and a gentle spice. It gains weight but stays controlled, finishing rich and satisfying without harshness or bitterness.

Pairing

This one was enjoyed in Havana with aged rum, with a Coke and ice on the side. That pairing fits the Edmundo extremely well, it plays right into the cocoa and coffee profile without overpowering it.

 

Who will enjoy this

If you like Cuban cigars that are rich, cocoa driven and steady from start to finish, the Edmundo is an easy recommendation. It’s approachable enough for someone who has some Cuban experience already, but it also has enough depth to keep seasoned smokers happy, especially if you enjoy the more coffee and cocoa leaning side of Montecristo.

 

Our rating

Average score: 93 out of 100

Accessories used

Lighter: Sisuman Torch Cigar Lighter

Cutting: Sisuman Cigar Scissors