Stogie Reviews: Macanudo Maduro Hyde Park

Of Macanudo’s three main lines, Natural, Robust, and Maduro, I am least familiar with the Maduro series. So, with an open mind, I proceeded to delve into this 5 and ½ by 50 ring gauge Macanudo Maduro Hyde Park.

An initial inspection of the cigar revealed a dark, somewhat toothy wrapper with a few small veins. Unlike many maduros, there is little if any oil apparent on the surface. And, like most Macanudos, this is a solid, dense cigar – not a bit spongy or soft to the touch.

After lighting up, the caramelization of the maduro wrapper’s many sugars deposited a sweet aroma into the air. My first taste revealed a creamy flavor with hints of dark chocolate. The draw was a bit tight, but far from unsmokable.

For a maduro, this is a very smooth and mild cigar. The creamy mocha flavors held consistent throughout. A testament to Macanudo’s high construction qualities, the burn was perfectly even to the end and the white ash held from inch to inch until gently knocked off.

While not a very complex cigar, I would recommend this as an excellent beginner’s Maduro.

For smooth flavor and dependable construction, the Macanudo Maduro Hyde Park receives three out of five stogies.

-Patrick S