Description
Cohiba Secretos – Maduro Luxury in Miniature Format
The Cohiba Secretos represents the pinnacle of small format luxury, bringing Cohiba’s exclusive Maduro 5 line to a convenient size that proves excellence knows no dimensional boundaries. These dark-wrapped beauties deliver concentrated sophistication through the same triple fermentation process and five-year aged maduro wrappers as their larger siblings, offering 30-40 minutes of intense enjoyment that showcases why Cohiba remains Cuba’s most prestigious brand.
The Exclusive Legacy
Cohiba’s journey from private brand to global icon is legendary in cigar circles. Created in 1966 exclusively for Fidel Castro and Cuban government officials, Cohiba remained a state secret until 1982. The Cohiba Secretos continues this tradition of exclusivity in the Maduro 5 line, launched in 2007 to showcase what happens when Cuba’s finest tobaccos undergo extended aging and specialized fermentation.
The Secretos name itself – meaning ‘secrets’ in Spanish – alludes to both the brand’s clandestine origins and the hidden complexity within these small cigars. The Maduro 5 line represents Cohiba’s only venture into dark wrapper territory, with leaves aged for a minimum of five years.
Construction Excellence
Measuring 4⅜ inches (110mm) with a 40 ring gauge, the Cohiba Secretos presents perfectly proportioned elegance. The wrapper, a stunning dark chocolate to almost black maduro, glistens with natural oils accumulated during five years of patient aging. The construction reflects Cohiba’s uncompromising standards with triple fermentation process ensuring exceptional smoothness.
Rich Maduro Flavor Profile
Opening Sweetness (0-10 minutes)
The Cohiba Secretos greets the palate with immediate maduro sweetness – dark chocolate and molasses create a luxurious introduction unlike any other small format Cuban. The signature Cohiba smoothness is evident from the first puff, with coffee notes emerging as mocha with perfect chocolate-coffee balance.
Development Phase (10-25 minutes)
As the cigar progresses, the maduro character fully develops with dark fruit notes – figs, dates, and raisins – adding natural sweetness. The coffee evolves into espresso territory with roasted notes becoming prominent. Leather emerges soft and supple, while wood notes particularly aged cedar and oak provide structure.
Final Intensity (25-40 minutes)
The conclusion intensifies without losing refinement. Dark chocolate transforms into cocoa powder, espresso dominates with creamy texture. The spices become more pronounced with black pepper joining sweeter spices. The maduro wrapper’s influence peaks delivering concentrated sweetness that balances the building strength.
Technical Specifications
- Length: 110mm (4⅜ inches)
- Ring Gauge: 40
- Format: Petit Corona
- Line: Maduro 5
- Strength: Medium-Full
- Wrapper: 5-year aged Maduro
- Fermentation: Triple fermentation
- Factory: El Laguito
- Smoke Time: 30-40 minutes
Perfect Pairings
The sweet complexity pairs beautifully with aged rum (15+ years), XO Cognac, vintage port, dark chocolate truffles, and after-dinner drinks like Amaretto or espresso martini.
Ideal Occasions
Perfect for post-dinner enjoyment, celebration of achievements, romantic evening conclusions, business deal closures, and holiday gatherings. The convenient size makes it ideal whenever the moment strikes for luxury.
Authenticity guaranteed – Experience the legendary Cohiba quality in this exceptional small format maduro cigar.
