Cohiba Panetelas

HISTORY

Cohiba is the flagship brand of Habanos S.A. and was originally created in 1966 for the late President of Cuba, Fidel Castro. They were made at the then top secret, but now world famous, El Laguito factory. At first it was only seen outside Cuba as gifts for heads of state and visiting diplomats and it was not until 1982 that Cohiba was made available in limited quantities to the open market.

The name “Cohiba” is a Taino Indian word for the bunches of tobacco leaves that Columbus first saw being smoked by the original inhabitants of Cuba – the earliest known form of the cigar.

The leaves used for rolling Cohiba vitolas are the “selection of the selection” from the five finest plantations in the San Juan y Martinez and San Luis districts of the Vuelta Abajo zone which is widely regarded as the finest tobacco growing land/soil in the world.

Uniquely amongst Havanas up to three of Cohiba’s filler leaves, the seco, ligero and the rare medio tiempo (the latter of which is used only in the Behike range), undergo an extra fermentation in barrels, which adds smoothness to the blend.

All sizes of Cohiba are ‘tripa larga, totalmente a mano’ – long filler, totally handmade. Cohiba encompasses four different Líneas, or Lines.

The smallest of the three Cohiba originals. An honest reflection of the rich and rounded taste of Cuba’s most prestigious brand in just a few precious minutes.

TASTING NOTES

This cigar delivers a medium-bodied profile defined by sharp notes of fresh grass and leather, quickly developing into a creamy mix of coffee and mocha. There are subtle hints of spice and honey sweetness that linger, providing balance throughout the short duration.

Given its concentrated nature and quick smoke time, this cigar is ideally paired with a strong espresso, a light, crisp lager, or a pre-dinner aperitif.

CIGAR INFORMATION

Country of Origin: Cuba

Flavour profile: Medium to Full-bodied

Vitola: Laguito No. 3

Size: 26 ring gauge, 4 1/2 inches

Smoking time: 20 minutes