Montecristo (Cuba) Edmundo

It's a good smoke. Looks great, flawless construction, I didn't find it complex maybe because it needs more time to set un the humi. I much prefer a #2 or #4 for the money.

I must say I thoroughly enjoyed this cigar. It delivers the right amount of full flavour and complexity for me. From the first puff to the nub, just got better. First experience was a couple from a sampler. Ended up buying a box that's resting right now.

Decided to celebrate a bit on my birthday and dug this 3 year old cigar out of my humidor. What better way to celebrate adding another year to the meter than with a cigar named after everybody's favorite dealer of vengeance and a dram of old Islay single malt.
I wasn't too impressed with the first 10 minutes of puffing. Flavors appeared a quite muted and the burn was not being compliant. After the first quarter, the Edmundo did end up exhibiting its flavor a lot more.
Although this has been called a stronger and more flavorful cigar than some of MC's other offerings, I must say that I found it to be a bit milder. Some of this probably had to do with my choice in drink. All in all, a enjoyable way to spend 90 minutes, but perhaps not to be paired with Caol Ila...

When the Edmundo came out a few years ago most initial reviews of the cigar were not impressive and so I passed on the cigar. I bought these cigars after smoking the Petit Edmundo. My initial reaction was not good. The cigars started off bland and then turned into something like a Petit Edmundo but not as good. However, as I purchased more boxes and allowed them to age (or possibly because quality improved) they improved. They look fine and smell great. The construction, burn, and aroma are nearly perfect. The cigars are also generally consitent and reliable. Otherwise the cigar has the classic Montecristo flavor. It's not as strong as a Montecristo #2 but more mild and fresh. It tastes of vanilla, cream, nuts, cedar and tea leaves. Midway through the flavor is similar to a Petit Edmundo but slightly more mild. Towards the end the cream and cedar flavor intensifies and there's a strong taste of leather. I would recommend the Petit Edmundo initially and if you agree with me and think they're great try the Edmundo.

I'm always surprised at how easy going these cigars are. The flavor is smooth and mild yet had a subtle richness to it. They are very nice cigars. They're a little pricy at $14 a stick, but not bad given their size and quality.

I smoked this cigar this weekend, and I'm still thinking about it. Every cigar smoker deserves to try one of these. Vanilla, oak, montcristo twang. I loved it and nubbed it. I have 5 more left in my humidor, and I'm already dreading the day when I have to light the last one.

I just had one about two hours ago and I feel the need to light another one just now. What an incredible cigar, the first third is a coffe vainilla taste-smoke that almost can be catalogue as perfect. The draw was perfect too, just had to kick a little touch at the really end, and with that I mean that almost smoked my fingers!

Just openned 2 boxes from May 06 one was a TBS the other a MGT. I couldn't be happier. Great smooth oily wrappers. Starts off with a coffee, vanilla perfume taste. The second half adds coco and nuts to the flavors. I smoke these till they burn my fingers

I did a review of these in Feb '07 and gave them a pretty mediocre review. While I don't often review the same vitola twice, I felt this one deserved a new review with my latest experience. This stick from July '06 had all the woody and coffee flavors the last one was missing. Truly on par with the #2s and such. The burn was just a tad off, but only required one tocuh up, and the draw was perfect, the smoke volume incredible. This particular one gave me a renewed interest in this vitola, and I think I will try to find some '06s to age.

I purchased a small box in airport dutu-free. Just good cigar, very good construction, but taste is not so nice for me as from Trinidad

I like a bigger ring gauge cigar. Robustos are what I smoke most of. This one is great. Very nice complex taste. My friends that don't smoke even like the aroma. I bought a 5x3 pack dated feb 07. Couldn't wait so I tried the first and was more than happy. They keep getting better with age.

I purchased a box (NOV 05) of these four months ago. The first few were rather harsh but four months later, they can rival the No. 2s. The exteriors are dark and oily and they now have evoloved into a similar taste profile as the world famous torpedo. The flavors are not as pronounced as the torpedo, but rather a more well rounded version. However, the complexity stays the same through to the nub because it is robusto, not a torpedo whose ring gauge diminishes as you work your way to the end.

Buy some, let me sit for a bit, and enjoy a very creamy, flavorful and smooth cuban smoke.

Got a couple and this last one has been in my humidor for 6 months. Great draw and complexity, medium to full, dark chocolate, spicy with nice finish.

Smoked my third from a 5x3pk earlier today that I got about two months ago. The first two must have been wet because they had a tight, almost impossible draw. I didn't care for the flavor on those either. This one was totally different. The flavor was full and the stength was a good medium. The draw was a tad firm but good. I couldn't pick out the flavors(unusal for me) because they seemed to be all over the place and not settled. Thats why I put in the title needs down time. The date on the box is Aug05 but because of the ring guage I will probably give these another year. They should be very good by then.

I've had 3 of these last week, and all were amazing.

I split a box of these (after hearing the reviews from CA) coming out of duty free in Israel one year ago. I got a box of 2005's (which from all accounts is its heyday). The are truly my shape cigar - fatty robustos. They look fantastic and the box was well arranged. After smoking them right off the bat they were great, last summer. I just pulled one out of the humi (after 11 mos. there) today - it was one of THE BEST cigars I have ever smoked. Beautiful to look at, great smells from the initial light, awesome evolving flavors. Only one issue, she burned very uneven - maybe the wind - but could have been more consistant for sure! Yet the flavors were out of this world!!! Creamy, Woodsy full blown flavors throughout!! An AMAZING cigar that only got better with age... only have 1 left :(. One of the best smoking experiences out there!!!

I liked the size of this vitola, but I still think the no.2 has a much better, more full bodied flavor profile. The construction on the edmundo was excellent. The ash held firm for up to 2 inches, and no relights were required. The first third started off rather uneventful, then turned with some creamy undertones of cacao. The final third started getting harsh and somewhat bitter, and it was time to put it down. Overall not bad, but I think there are better montes out here.

What can I say but I enjoy all Montecristo cigars I smoked so far. Excellent draw delicious flavors and typical Monty taste. Needed couple relighting to correct burn otherwise not a big deal considering I just got a box (Dec05) today.

i was lucky enough to have one of Matti216's aged beauties and it was one for the ages. a crisp yet smooth cigar that left us all reeling.

I saved half a box of these beauties and man did they reward me! This shorty has an oily wrapper with tasty notes on the palate! Highly recommended to age this cigar for at least 5+ months!

Tasty and smooth. This was an easy cigar to enjoy. Typical Monte flavors; tobacco with mild coffee, leather and toast flavors. Construction was great. While it was certainly not cheap, (I paid $11), it didn't break the bank and I felt like I got my money's worth from it, especially compared to a number of the other cigars I've had in the $10 - $15 dollar range. It's probably worth having a few of these around. They'd be especially good for friends who don't smoke often but would like to try a Cuban.

Unlike most montecristos, these have a good draw. If you like to buy a montecristo, i`ll recomment these big robustos.

Like most lovers of Montys i think the 2 is a great stick, IF you get a good one, but their so inconsistent, i tend not to chance wasting my money. The Edmondo on the other hand is a different story. All the classic Monty flavour with just a hint of something a little special, burn and draw similar to a 2 and a great aroma from a stick they seem to be able to deliver with consistency. A must try if your a Monty man.

Recieved this stick as part of the monthly selection from the Platinum Cigar club. After letting it rest awhile, I decided the time had come to light it up. The prelight draw was tight, so I was a little disappointed about having to strain my jaws to smoke this cigar. After lighting the cigar, the draw was still tight, but not so much that I couldn't get any smoke. The burn was OK, although the cigar had to self correct a couple of times. The flavor was spicey with some sweetness. I did not taste the cedar that the club brochure mentioned, nor did I get any cocoa flavor. Overall, the flavor of this cigar made the tight draw irrelevant. I would not mind adding a few of these to my humidor.

Whoever rated these low either got fakes sold to them or they need to try some from the 2005 period. Had one last week that left me staring at it between draws in amazement the whole time I was enjoying it. I heard the 05 batch was a good one so I took a chance and bought a box without trying one. Mine has a box code SUA May 2005 on the bottom. By no means a harsh cigar at all but, it is loaded with flavor and complexity. The cigar had a nutty wood flavor to it and I smoked it way past the band. Smoked this one as soon as I got the box. I can not wait to see what some age will do for them.

I've smoked several of this cigars. Found the draw to be fine, great taste, and lasted forever. The size is different and feels great in you hand. Overall, very pleased with cigar, a definite buy.

For me this one can't be classified as a robusto as it is longer with a larger ring gauge than ordinary robustos. Anyhow I liked this cigar but I just wish I'd smoked it when I had more time to spare to full enjoy the cigar. I found it to be too much on the light side for a Montecristo. It was sweet and I found flavours that reminded me of cantilope. I like fat cigar so for me the edmundo is a beauty.

I just got some edmundos, and they are simply beautiful. The wrappers look perfect, and the construction is, as a whole, excellent. I've tried one. Pre-light draw was great. Fired it up, and was met with a wonderful, smooth havana flavor. The ones I got (May 05) are not real strong, but they are very pleasant. Overall, reminded me of a Trinidad Robusto Extra. The burn was excellent as well. I'm letting the remainder rest, but I will buy more.

A good flavored smoke, sometimes sweet and sometimes more earthy, but doesn't compare to the #2 or #4, or ELs for complexity or body. Good draw and burn, and don't get me wrong, better than most smokes out there, but for the money I'd take a #2 over this one.

I'm guessing that many of these other reviews were bogus because they didn't really smoke the real deal. They must have gotten ripped, this is one of the best Cubans to come out in years. I loved it. Perfect construction, tons of smoke, and medium bodied. A future legend.

Purchased a box of these in April 2003, before they were widely known or available. I found the cigars to be a bit young and could have used more aging. The burn rate was even and they did have a nice flavor. The second box was a bit better, perhaps aged a bit more

The Monte's are all hit and miss. The flavor of a good Edmundo and also the #2's are wonderful put the inconsistance in draw, plugs and burn make these cigars a real crap shoot. The Edmundo last night was one of a kind. Rich, toasty and smooth. The last #2 I smoked was a work out and I finally gave up.

bought five,have tried and given up on three, as the draw was so tight that no cigar was worth the work.May be fine who knows?

A very nice smoke. Milk-chocoate wrapper with minimal veins. Solid construction with just the right amount of "give" and no soft spots. Typical Cuban prelight aroma of barnyard manure. Easy light. Smooth draw. Gray-black marbled ash. Required one touch-up. TONS of voluminous white smoke. Started immediately with woody notes and very mild cocoa. In the first third, cedar and oak notes prevailed, and in the middle third, were joined by notes of vanilla and even maple syrup. In the last third, the flavors became more rich and complex with a noticeable creaminess, which was delightful. Alll in all, this one hour medium-bodied smoke was very enjoyable and paired well with neat Rum. Box code LLN 7/04. Bought a box.

I bought this with some hesitation after reading the reviews, but some people loved them so I gave it a shot. I purchased a three pack in the Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls , CA. When I opened them up The bloom was all over them, I got excited. Mmmmm this was so good . It was strong like a No 2 but in my favorite size. It burned beautifly and held the ash at will . If you like em full bodied and fat this is sure to please , I am aging two boxes in my walk in humi (at home ) . 🙂

As a big fan of the Monte #2's, I decided to try the Edmundo. Honestly, I wasn't expecting that much. With that in mind, I decided to bring a couple out to share with a buddy at an NFL tailgate. To our surprise, this was one of the best cigars we have had all year. We both loved the size, and the flavor was undeniably Montecristo all the way. Great construction and draw. A real finger burner. Too bad I only bought two of these.

I got a box two months ago. The first two I smoked were good, but I could tell they were a little immature. After some needed time in the humidor they are really turning around. This third one was amazing. Started off a little mild and, developed into a great medium smoke after the first inch or so. All have had excellent construction, and the draws have been perfect. They are not quite as complex as the NO. 2, but have their own personality. While medium in body they have a lot of flavor, typical of the Monte’s. For robusto lovers this is a must have. Just let them sit a little while before smoking. Enjoy!

Seeing as how the Monte line is one of my all time favorite marks, I was really excited when I got a 3-pack. It was the color of milk chocolate with overall nice appearance-smoth and silky with no viens apparent. That is when it went downhill. The draw was so tight, I could barely get any flavor out of it, and the flavor I did get was pretty bitter. Not a good experience at all. I hope that with another 6 months in the humidor, the other 2 will come around. Disappointing

This is probably my second review of this cigar. After a bad experience with my first i let them sit 9 months before trying again. Unfortunately i was met with the same bad cigar. Average taste, bad construction, bad lingering aftertaste. Perhaps they need more time, but then again I'm not sure of how long I will live.

The construction and tobacco quality are top notch. After clipping the big, 52 ring guage vitola, I torched it, and was greeted by volumes of creamy smoke. Tangy classic MonteCristo flavors - nuts, citrus, vanilla. Developed well, with a very flavorful finish. Somewhat bitter at the end, because of youth. The Edmundo is less complex than the Monte 2, medium bodied, but full of flavor. It may be blended to smoke early, and thus may not age as well as the No. 2. We will see. Otherwise, a very good cigar!

Another great smoke from Montecristo. I bought this Edmundo a few months ago, and following the advice of my retailer I have left it in the humidor for a while. Time has come to take it out and smoke it. Well, it's excellent. Flavours are oh so typically Montecristo ( toasted nuts, honey, a hint of cocoa), draw was easy but not loose, construction otherwise excellent. Look was gogeous, too. A bit on the expensive side, but value is no issue with this stick. I join the Edmundo lovers' side...

The Montecristo Edmundo belongs definitely in every well assorted humidor. Unlike other Montecristos it has a consistent draw and burn (I just finished my seccond box). Very intense flavors. It's hard to find a better value.

It is One of the best.

Imposing taste, similar to MC No.2, a hint of juniper berry, and maybe nutmeg, a good draw, but a bit uneven burn

I just smoked my third one of these, and they have all been great. nice size and had a ton of smoke to it, these will age really well

Better roll up your sleeves for this one. This smoke was a lot more work than I bargained for. The Edmundo started off really nice and creamy, with a typical MC toasted flavour, but it all went bad halfway into the smoke. The burn turned bad and never recovered. It went out on me 3 times!!! The draw was good and the flavour was not bad, but the quality just wasn't there.
Some time in the humidor would really help.

young dumb and full of none,good family,ok guy..a little green a little pale,no so complex
quality construction,.. ok

I like the look and size of this cigar. The flavor was nice as well. The draw was great and while it did burn a little unevenly, it didn't keep going out on me like other MCs I've had. I guess I wasn't as dissapointed as some.

This will be a very good cigar some day...but likely not great. My box varied greatly in color, a surprise based on the recent qulity of Habanos. Still young the cigar showed promise.