H.UPMANN MAGNUM 52 (18) YEAR OF THE TIGER

Storage InstructionsFor the H. Upmann Magnum 52 (18) Year of the Tiger store your cigars in a well-maintained humidor. Aim for a relative humidity of 65 to 68% to preserve the wrapper and ensure an even draw. Keep the humidor temperature between 18 and 21°C (65 and 70°F) to avoid accelerated ageing or tobacco beetle risk. A Spanish cedar-lined humidor will help regulate humidity and improve aroma. Make sure your hygrometer is calibrated and check humidity and temperature regularly. Because the Magnum 52 is a larger ring gauge format allow slightly lower humidity at the lower end of the range if you notice a tight draw or swelling. Avoid direct sunlight rapid temperature swings and strong odours that can be absorbed by the wrapper. For travel use a properly conditioned travel humidor and limit transit time to preserve condition.Care TipsHandle the H. Upmann Magnum 52 (18) Year of the Tiger with care to protect the wrapper. Hold by the band or body and avoid pinching the cap. Use a sharp straight cutter or a V cutter sized for a 52 ring gauge to create a clean cut and maintain good draw. Toast the foot gently and light evenly using a butane lighter cedar spill or long match for the cleanest flavour. If you plan to age these cigars they will benefit from patient cellaring. Let them rest in a stable humidor for at least two weeks after purchase to settle. For more integrated complexity consider ageing for several months to a few years under consistent conditions. Rotate stock periodically and keep different blends separated if you store aromatic or flavoured cigars. When in doubt choose gentle handling and stable humidity to ensure each H. Upmann Magnum 52 (18) Year of the Tiger smokes at its best.