H. Upmann 1844 Reserve
A fuller blend than the classic H. Upmann line.
Blend and specs
| Brand | H. Upmann |
|---|---|
| Made in | Dominican Republic |
| Maker | Not published |
| Wrapper | Ecuadorian (Cubano seed) |
| Binder | Nicaragua |
| Filler | Dominican Republic |
| Strength | Medium |
| Wrapper family | Habano (spicy, balanced) |
| Shape | Mostly round (parejo) and figurado sizes |
| Brand type | Large group |
Specs come from published maker and retailer information. Tobacco origins can change between production runs; check the box or band for the cigar you're buying.
What reviewers and smokers say
Reviewed on: blindmanspuff.com, cigar-coop.com, cigaraficionado.com, halfwheel.com, jrcigars.com. Counts come from Google results collected in November 2026; scores are those quoted in review snippets. See what the data shows.
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Common questions
What wrapper does the H. Upmann 1844 Reserve use?
The H. Upmann 1844 Reserve uses a Ecuadorian (Cubano seed) wrapper, with a Nicaragua binder and Dominican Republic filler.
How strong is the H. Upmann 1844 Reserve?
It's generally rated medium in strength (3 on our 5-point scale).
Where is the H. Upmann 1844 Reserve made?
In Dominican Republic.
If I like the H. Upmann 1844 Reserve, what else should I try?
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