H.Upmann Magnum 54 (Box of 25 Cigars)

• Length: 121mm
• Gauge: 54
• Vitola: Magnum 54
• Box of 25 Loose Cigars
• Cuban
• Strength: Mild to Medium

H. Upmann is one of those proper old Havana names that’s earned its place the long way. Founded in 1844 by Hermann Upmann — a German banker who clearly knew a good thing when he saw it — the brand quickly built a reputation for quality and consistency. He was shipping cigars across the world using his own banking network, which was no small feat at the time, and that early attention to detail is still baked into the brand today. Through wars, financial collapse, and the Cuban Revolution, H. Upmann has carried on doing what it’s always done — making balanced, elegant cigars that people come back to again and again.

Now, a box of 25 Magnum 54s is where you really start to appreciate what that legacy means. This isn’t just about having plenty on hand — it’s about giving the cigars time to come together properly. In a full cabinet like this, they settle into themselves beautifully. Leave them a while and you’ll notice everything softens and deepens, the edges round off, and the flavours start to knit together in a way you just don’t get from the odd single here and there.

The Magnum 54 itself is a lovely bit of blending. That slightly thicker ring gauge gives it a bit more presence without overdoing it, allowing the smoke to feel full and creamy without losing its composure. From the first light, you’re met with cedar and gentle toast, followed by a natural honeyed sweetness that drifts in and out rather than sitting heavy on the tongue. Midway through, there’s a touch of nutty character — almond, maybe a bit of hazelnut — and a soft earthiness underneath that keeps everything nicely grounded.

It’s all very well judged. Nothing rushes, nothing overpowers — just a steady, satisfying progression from start to finish.

Strength sits comfortably at medium, which suits the cigar down to the ground. It’s got enough body to feel substantial, but it never becomes hard work. You can enjoy one fresh, or let a box sit and reward yourself later — either way, it behaves exactly as it should.

Construction across a box like this is typically spot on too — consistent fill, easy draw, and a burn that keeps itself in line without any fuss. That reliability is part of the appeal. When you lift the lid on a box of Upmann, you know you’re in safe hands.

And that’s really the charm here. A full box of Magnum 54s isn’t about showing off — it’s about having a proper Cuban cigar to hand whenever the moment calls for it, and knowing it’ll deliver every single time.