{"product_id":"h-upmann-the-banker-5-1-2-x-48","title":"H.UPMANN THE BANKER 5 1\/2 X 48","description":"\u003cp\u003eH. Upmann The Banker — 5½ × 48\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWrapper: Ecuadorian Habano\u003cbr\u003eBinder: Nicaraguan\u003cbr\u003eFiller: Nicaraguan \u0026amp; Dominican\u003cbr\u003eFactory: Nicaragua\u003cbr\u003eStrength: Medium\u003cbr\u003eBody: Medium to Medium-Full\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a classic, refined profile built around cedar, earth, espresso, toasted nuts, leather and subtle pepper, with a touch of sweetness developing as it progresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst Third\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe opening is smooth and balanced. Cedar and roasted coffee lead, followed by earth and a mild black-pepper spice. There’s a subtle creaminess that keeps the profile from becoming too aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurnt Leaf Take: A very approachable start with enough complexity to keep you interested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecond Third\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cigar begins to gain momentum. Espresso, leather and toasted nuts become more pronounced, while the cedar moves into the background. The pepper picks up slightly but remains well integrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where the Banker really starts showing its character—rich without being overpowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal Third\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final third brings deeper espresso, dark earth, leather and pepper, with the sweetness fading and the cigar becoming more robust. Retrohaling adds additional spice and roasted notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strength moves toward medium-full, but it remains controlled if you don’t rush it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Burn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDraw: Generally open and comfortable\u003cbr\u003eBurn: Typically steady\u003cbr\u003eSmoke: Thick and satisfying\u003cbr\u003eConstruction: Firm, well-rolled cigar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Experience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe H. Upmann The Banker is a sophisticated, medium-bodied smoke that leans toward coffee, cedar, leather and earth, making it particularly well suited for an afternoon or evening session. It has enough evolution to keep things interesting without becoming overly complicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurnt Leaf Rating: 8.5\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurnt Leaf Insight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The Banker doesn’t need to show off—it’s all about quiet confidence. Smooth at the start, richer through the middle, and more powerful when the deal gets done.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Burnt Leaf Lounge","offers":[{"title":"SINGLE","offer_id":47055752462535,"sku":"196043040834","price":12.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"BOX OF","offer_id":47055752495303,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0724\/6535\/files\/912f7fa3-2f51-4b99-a455-d95333663fee.jpg?v=1787849354","url":"https:\/\/www.theburntleaflounge.com\/products\/h-upmann-the-banker-5-1-2-x-48","provider":"The Burnt Leaf Lounge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}