COHIBA 101 “Discover everything you ever wanted to know about the Cohiba Cigar”

TABLE of CONTENTS Introduction History Types of Cohiba Cigars Cohiba Esplendido Cohiba Robusto Cohiba Corona Especial Cohiba Lancero Cohiba Piramides Cohiba Siglo I Cohiba Siglo II Cohiba Siglo III Cohiba Siglo IV Cohiba Siglo V Cohiba Siglo VI Cohiba Genios Cohiba Magico Top 10 Cigar Facts! Conclusion

Introduction: Cohiba is the Ferrari of Cuban Cigars. A cigar that was once only available to royal dignitaries is now available to you. The Cohiba represents wealth, power, success and bottom line, the ’good life’. From it’s rich history, the amazing work that is put in assembling it and the beautiful feelings it inspires in the consumer, it is no secret that Cohiba is definitely the “KING” of cigars. I hope that this will be an informative and an entertaining publication for you! Sincerely, Trevor Wallace Manager & Cigar Aficionado Vancouver Cigar Company

History of Cohiba: In 1492, during Columbus' first voyage to the "new world", he visited the island of Cuba (Known as Colba to the locals). His sailors were introduced to "Cohiba" by the island natives, who put a bunch of dried leaves that in a pipe called ‘Tobacco’ and smoked it. I guess you can we should all thank Christopher Columbus for fine Cuban Cigars too! When Columbus went back to Spain to tell the king about his discoveries, he was a little disappointed. . . He told the King that the land he discovered is ‘New’ and not India, Japan or China - Lands he set out to find originally. It was soon after that they realized that ‘Tobacco’ and ‘Cuban Tobacco’ is actually worth more than any amount of gold and silver that they could have discovered - as it still pays heavy dividends to this day!

Types of Cohiba Cigars: Now over the years, the Cohiba brand has introduced various cigar models. All exclusive and an absolute delight to smoke.


Cohiba Esplendido




Cohiba Robusto




Cohiba Corona Especial




Cohiba Lancero




Cohiba Piramides




Cohiba Siglo I




Cohiba Siglo II




Cohiba Siglo III




Cohiba Siglo IV




Cohiba Siglo V




Cohiba Siglo VI




Cohiba Genios




Cohiba Magico




Cohiba Secretos

Cohiba Esplendido:

A perfect fit for the more experienced palate. From the first draw, you will feel the Esplendidos' instant vigor. Light up your senses with the wonderful harmony of strong aromas that will present themselves as woody, peppery and even a touch of chocolatiness. All these flavors working together to heighten your senses, a true delight if you are accustomed to smoking Cuban cigars. The Esplendido is your perfect partner when you just don't want that special night to end. Go ahead, take your senses for a ride they won't forget.

Size: 7" x 47 (178 x 18.65 mm) Julieta, a Churchill Strength: Full Bodied Rating: * * * * *

Cohiba Robustos HR:

One thing you will always be impressed by when you try a Cohiba Robusto is the overall construction. Consider that just a teaser for what is actually in store for you . . . This Cigar goes perfect with your favorite wine when you are out relaxing on the patio. The aromas are strong and delightfully rich in flavor. This cigar is one of those ever so rare treats that beginners and cigar aficionados can enjoy at the same sitting. Dark chocolate and espresso flavors are the most prevalent, but in the depths of the smoke you can taste cedar ever so slightly. One of our favorites and highly recommended by the Vancouver Cigar company. Size: 7" x 47 (178 x 18.65 mm) Julieta, a Churchill Strength: Full Bodied Rating: * * * * *

Cohiba Corona Especial:

This is a medium to heavy cigar compared to your average Cuban Cigar. Since it is a thinner cigar, you get less pull from it which makes it a lighter, less intense smoke compared to the larger Cohibas. The Corona Especiale is an earthy, woody, gentler Cohiba that we have seen become lighter over the years. . Size: 6" x 38 (152 x 15.08 mm) Laguito No. 2, a panetela Strength: Medium Bodied Rating: * * * *

Cohiba Lanceros:

The Cohiba Lancero is Castro's personal favorite, and was made exclusively for him before being released to the general market in 1982. This especiale sized Cohiba burns slow making it a perfect sit-back-and-relax Cuban cigar. Very earthy flavors resonate throughout this long yet small ring gauge Cohiba. A consistent and slightly lighter flavored Cohiba cigar. Very consistent feedback from experienced and novice cigar smokers cites this Cohiba as a balanced flavored cigar. The flavors of wood and spice are still present as in cigars like the Cohiba Robusto but they're more muted and smooth than some of the other cigars produced under the Cohiba name. . Size: 7 1/2 x 38 Strength: Full - Bodied Rating: * * * * *

Cohiba Siglo I:

This is the smallest of the Linea 1492 Cohiba cigars. The Cohiba Siglo I, at 4 inches long and with a 40 ring gauge, takes about 30 minutes to enjoy. The Linea 1492, or Siglo series, is characterized by a slightly milder blend of tobacco than other Cohibas. With the Cohibs Siglo I specifically you will notice a milder chocolate flavor, more like milk than dark, and the undertones included flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg. Size: 4 x 40 Strength: Medium - Bodied Rating: * * * *

Cohiba Siglo II:

Cohiba Siglo II cigar is medium bodied overall and very well known for its creamy Cohiba taste. Cohiba Siglo II is lighter in flavor when compared to the rest of the Cohiba cigars. The Cohibe Siglo II is a world class smoke and considered a favorite stogie by most cigar aficionados. Size: 5 x 42 Strength: Medium - Bodied Rating: * * * *

Cohiba Siglo III:

Cohiba Siglo III is one of the larger Siglos. Perfect medium bodied smoke if you have the time to enjoy it. Size: 6 1/4 x 42 Strength: Medium - Bodied Rating: * * * *

Cohiba Siglo IV:

Cohiba Siglo IV cigar represents the Cohiba brand to the fullest and is considered a classic in the Siglo cigar lineup. A very smooth tasting Siglo that has a phenomenal aroma. Size: 5 5/8 x 46 Strength: Full - Bodied Rating: * * * * *

Cohiba Siglo V:

Cohiba Siglo V cigars have excellent construction and the infamous Cohiba taste. Milder than the rest of the Cohibas, Cohiba Siglo V are meant for all good occasions and pure enjoyment. Size: 6 3/4 x 43 Strength: Full - Bodied Rating: * * * *

Cohiba Siglo VI:

Originally released in 2002 as part of the 10th Anniversary of the Linea 1942 or Siglo line, the Siglo VI was the first Cohiba to feature the new Gold embossed lettering on the Cohiba label. The Siglo VI paved the way for a demand in larger, thicker cigars which we now see in the Trinidad Robusto Extra and the H.Upmann Magnum 50. At 5 7/8" X 52 this cigar takes some commitment. The smoke is generally characterized by a full, not quite dark-chocolate taste. As with cigars of this girth, the Siglo VI intensifies as you smoke it down to it's strong end. The finish reminds me of peaty Isla scotch's like Talisker, a real treat if you love allencompassing flavor. Size: 5 7/8 X 52 Strength: Full - Bodied Rating: * * * * *

Cohiba Genios:

An exquisite, fluid and lush cigar that just might become your new favorite. If you prefer a larger ring gauge, this beauty will more than satisfy. As you draw upon this toasted sweet vanilla flavored smoke, you'll notice it's complimented with a burst of dark cocoa beans. The Cohiba Genios is exactly why Cuban cigars are in a league of their own. Experience one of the best well rounded Cohibas ever made. A phenomenal experience awaits. Size: 5 1/2 X 52 Strength: Full - Bodied Rating: * * * * *

Cohiba Magico:

An absolute delight for your palate. Upon your first draw, the 'magic' will be unleashed, as dark chocolate and crushed pepper scented aromas begin to envelope you. The aging and fermentation of each leaf within the Magicos is truly reflected in the taste. It is a very well constructed cigar. Even if you are an experienced Cigar connoisseur, you will be in for a pleasant surprise. Experience fabulous depth in your smoke, experience the magic. Size: 4 1/2 X 52 Strength: Full - Bodied Rating: * * * * *

Top 10 Cigar Facts 10. It was Christopher Columbus who first discovered the famous Cohiba cigar (You know the guy who discovered America in 1492). Since he wrote practically everything down in his journal, he wrote that the land they have discovered is not India, China or Japan and in this land their was no treasure to be found. Except for the fact that the men on the island of Colba (Or Cuba as its called today) perfumed themselves with certain 'herbs' and inhaled smoke from burning of Cohiba leaves. Soon it turned out that what they discovered was worth more than any treasure they ever hoped to find, and that was tobacco. 9. King Edward VII was happy as anyone could be when he succeeded his antismoking mother Victoria as a monarch of the British Empire. He actually greeted all the tobacco-starved courtiers of Buckingham Palace with the famous phrase "Gentleman, you may smoke!". 8. Samuel Langhorne Clemens or better known to the world as the famous author 'Mark Twain', was caught saying "If cigar smoking were not permitted in heave, he would happily go to the other place". Mark Twain actually started smoking since the age of 8, what a legend! 7. The famous comedian W.C Fields, whole heartedly credited his success to a daily dose of cigars and whiskey that started in his childhood. 6. Tia Carrera and Demi Moore were the first Hollywood ladies to make cigar smoking popular between the female actresses in the 1990s. The image of young hot ladies smoking cigars created the 'Femme Fatale' image and soon every girl was doing it.

5. Bill Clinton celebrated the rescue of the American pilot who was shot down in Bosnia, by lighting up a Romeo Y Julieta despite Hilary's no smoking rules. 4. On the 80th birthday of George Burns in 1977, Milton Berle lit his and George's cigar. Again, comedians who started smoking cigars as kids. Milton started at age 12! 3. Take about quality control, Edward the 'Duke of Windsor' personally inspected the Cuban factory that made his favorite cigars. Talk about passion! 2. Groucho Marx's image was all about the cigar in the mouth at all times. Once a woman told him that she has nine kids with her husband because she likes him, Marx being the 'wise guy' that he is responded "I like a cigar too but every once in a while I take it out of my mouth!". 1. As we all know that Cuban Cigars are not sold within the USA. You know who was responsible for that? Mr. John F Kennedy. This story gets worst because right before the ban, he ordered his own press secretary Pierre Salinger to get his brand of Cuban Cigars the 'Upmanns', in the thousands so he can have his very own stash in the White House. Now I don’t think that was fair but you be the judge.

Conclusion: It is my sincere hope that you found the ‘Cohiba 101’ as an informative guide. As always, I would love to hear your feedback and suggestions. Thank you for taking the time to read this and remember . . . Enjoy your Cuban cigars! Sincerely, Trevor Wallace Manager & Cigar Aficionado Vancouver Cigar Company