Piramides Extra (NOV 2023)

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.

In 2012, the Pirámide Extra became the first addition to the Línea Clásica since the Robusto, Esplendidos and Exquisitos were all introduced in 1989. The vitola is unique to Cohiba and is the only figurado to be found within the portfolio of Cuba’s premier cigar brand.

TASTING NOTES

A powerful, medium-to-full-bodied expression of the Línea Clásica blend. The flavour profile starts with characteristic grass and creamy cedar, quickly evolving into a rich mix of mocha, toasted almonds, and vanilla. As the cigar progresses, notes of smooth leather, smoked wood, and black pepper add depth, creating a long, satisfying finish.

For a perfect pairing, enjoy the Piramides Extra with a rich aged rum to complement its smooth, layered depth.

CIGAR INFORMATION

Country of Origin: Cuba

Flavour profile: Medium to Full-bodied

Vitola: Piramides Extra

Size: 54 ring gauge, 6 1/4 inches

Smoking time: 60 minutes