The Spiced Confection Collection Batches #300-308
With a burst of acidic brightness, Batches #300-308 of this coupe are reminiscent of citrus-glazed confections in a patisserie shop window. The nose reveals carrot cake crowned with cream cheese icing, honeycomb drizzled with orange blossom water, and pistachio-laced baklava. The palate carries these flavors forward with generous length, each sip revealing more nuance and transitioning into rich pastry notes, layered sweetness, and a nutty, floral lift. A wave of spice gathers toward the close, staying just long enough to temper the confectionary richness with roasted nuts and a gentle herbal edge to leave a warm, balanced impression.
The Slow Roll Batches #309-317
True to its name and the way we do things at Joseph Magnus, this coupe doesn’t rush. Batches #309-317 unfold steadily, starting with the nostalgic, buttery tones of Werther’s Original and tender-crumbed coconut cake, before easing into a plush, almost oily weight on the palate. Poached pear and apple fritter bring a soft, rounded fruitiness, while custardy egg batter and buttery croissant create a layered, supple texture that adds body. Dark raisins appear toward the close, giving a touch of chew and depth. With these batches, each sip moves deliberately, coating the palate fully and lingering. These batches are more about feel and balance than sweetness, finishing with length and substance.
Maltese Noir Batches #318-326
Comprised of Batches #318-326, this coupe has a quietly dramatic presence with layers that unfold gradually as the pour breathes. The nose leads with dark, blackberry maple syrup and brown sugar, but beneath the sweetness, there’s structure with subtle notes of seasoned oak adding weight and balance. On the palate, the fruit broadens and deepens: stewed prunes and dried apricot bring a soft chew and a faint wine-inspired edge, balanced by hints of barrel spice and charred timber. The texture is smooth and weighty, with each sip revealing more dimension as oak and dark fruit move in tandem. The finish leaves echoes of fruit, earthen cellar, and seasoned wood – an elegant, layered pour that rewards patience.
Saddleback Serenade Batches #327-337
Batches #327-337 lean much drier and earthier than previous coupes with a distinctly Western personality. The nose opens boldly, offering pipe tobacco and brown baking spices, before warming into cracked black pepper and the faint heat of dried chili peppers. The palate is spiced but balanced, carrying notes of prickly pear and spiced pear liqueur that give a subtle sweetness against the savory backbone. Tones of sage brush honey lend a wild, desert-floral lift, while the oak shows through as mesquite and dry wood. The finish stretches out, dry and aromatic, carrying mesquite smoke, spice, and a trace of sun-warmed desert honey that clings to the palate.
Take Me Back to Kokomo Batches #338-347
Cigar Blend batches #338 – 347 are very aromatically reminiscent of Batch #30 (Kokomo).These batches have a lot of tropical fruit notes, and conjure up visions of an imaginary paradise somewhere on the island off the Florida Keys. The nose offers juicy ripe papaya, pineapple, guava, and a hint of shaved toasted
coconut. The palate is quite sweet but still fruity, with visions of rum punch cocktails, peach flavored iced tea, mango lassi, and passion fruit meringue pie. Like a long wave along the surf, the palate crashes into a shore of coconut macaroons and banana cream pie.
The Brown Derby Batches #348-357
Batches #348-357 pay homage to the famous Los Angeles restaurant that is synonymous with the Golden Age of Hollywood and early cinematic creativity. Caramel-derived flavors play a starring role in these batches, with caramel popcorn, brown butter, French cinnamon toast with thick maple syrup, and Chess pie making a bold appearance on the nose. The palate carries the caramel theme even further, adding some fruity notes to the plot with apple pie a la mode drizzled with caramel sauce, banana pudding with lemon merengue, and vanilla flavored egg custard. The drama resolves with lingering notes of salted caramel pudding and cinnamon sticks in hot cider.
The Art of Darkness Batches #358-367
This series of batches showcase the darker side of Jos. Magnus Cigar Blend, with rich notes of Devil’s Food chocolate cake, creamy Irish coffee with heavy whipped cream, hot fudge Sundae, and British Figgie Pudding smothered with brandy butter sauce. The palate is warming, with a cascade of bold dark flavors from oatmeal Stout, rich Austrian Sachertorte, and a nutty quality of praline pecans and almond tart. The heavy chocolate, buttery, and nutty notes began to slowly evolve into a long finish with dark chocolate mousse and molasses cookies filling in the palate. Come to the dark side!
Route 66 Batches #368-377
Just like the stunning scenery and quirky sights along the way of America’s Mother Road, these batches take one on a flavor journey through notes of chocolate chip mint ice cream, deep fried New Mexican Sopaipillas drizzled with desert sage blossom honey, and light barrel char. The palate is mid sweet, with loads of stewed fruit compote, apple cider doughnut Bundt cake, and spice cookies. The finish brings warm brown baking spices along with vanilla cupcakes and peaches in heavy syrup. An enjoyable aromatic voyage with many sights and scents along the way!
Play That Funky Music Batches #378-387
This series of Cigar Blend batches, #378-387, offers plenty of aromatic syncopated rhythms and rollercoaster rides to get the tasting party started. The fun begins with rich notes of wild cherry
preserves, spiced pear liqueur, and carrot cake with white icing. The flavors get funkier and bolder after the initial palate entry, with glistening notes of pineapple upside down cake, sparkling rock candy swizzle sticks, Honey Nut Cheerios, donut holes with caramel icing, and Mexican hot chocolate. The finish is surprisingly spicy but still keeps a sweet bass note, with cinnamon sticks, black pepper corns, and vanilla pudding holding down a solid groove.
Amble Through the Blackberry Bramble Batches #388-396
Cigar Blend batches #338-396 boast intense notes of Concord grape juice, blackberry cobbler with a buttery cinnamon biscuit crust, and Bergamot orange tea. These berry and citrus notes carry over to the palate, where further flavors of blueberry toaster pastries, jasmine and wisteria blossoms, and Angel Food cake with strawberries make themselves known. While the finish has a lot of the same dark berry notes, it is coupled with brown baking spices and sweet maple syrup. For lovers of Cigar Blend batches on the fruitier side, this dram is your jam!
Alpine Meadows Batches #397-406
This series of batches has aromatic qualities that are evocative of the mountainous ecosystems of alpine meadows, defined by their high altitude with lush green grasses, wide open spices, fir trees, crystal lakes, and rarified air. The initial bouquet of these batches promises aromas of wintery pine cones and fir needles, closely followed by slight smoky notes of charcuterie and cured meats. The palate carries over all of these flavors, along with warming and comforting notes of cheese fondue with toasted bread, mountain butter, berry tarts, and wildflower honey. The finish is reminiscent of a Fernet style digestive or Amaro, with soothing herbal qualities. Perfect to bring along on a skiing trip or mountain excursion.
