Cohiba Exquisitos
The Cohiba Exquisitos stands as one of the most distinguished small-format cigars in Cuba's prestigious Cohiba portfolio. Introduced to the market in 1989, this cigar has maintained its position as a current regular production offering, delivering the refined smoking experience that the Cohiba name promises in a more compact presentation.
Vitola Specifications
| Factory Name | Seoane |
| Ring Gauge | 33 |
| Length | 126 mm (5 inches) |
| Official Weight | 5.01 grams |
| Construction | Handmade |
| Release Year | 1989 |
| Status | Current Production |
Band Configuration
The Exquisitos features the classic Cohiba band arrangement, displaying the standard bands B, C, D, and E that collectors and enthusiasts have come to recognize as marks of authenticity and premium quality.
Packaging History
Over its production history, the Cohiba Exquisitos has been offered in several packaging formats:
- Current Packaging: Varnished boîte nature box containing 25 cigars (introduced approximately 2006)
- Display Box: Box of 25 cigars arranged in 5 cardboard packs of 5 cigars each (released in the early 1990s)
- Discontinued Formats:
- Varnished semi boîte nature box of 25 cigars (discontinued around 2006)
- Cardboard pack of 5 cigars wrapped in cellophane (discontinued in the early 1990s)
- Varnished semi boîte nature box of 25 cigars in cellophane (discontinued in the early 1990s)
Dimensional Evolution
According to reports from approximately 2002, the Seoane vitola underwent a specification change, settling into its current dimensions of 33 ring gauge by 126 mm length. This adjustment refined the smoking characteristics that aficionados experience today.
Flavor Profile and Tasting Notes
The Cohiba Exquisitos delivers a nuanced flavor experience that has been documented through enthusiast reviews. Based on 14 recorded reviews, the cigar has earned an overall rating of 3.64 out of 5, with consistent scores across key attributes:
| Elegance | 3/5 |
| Balance | 3/5 |
| Strength | 3/5 |
| Complexity | 3/5 |
| Aftertaste | 3/5 |
The tasting profile reveals a sophisticated interplay of flavors, with the following notes most frequently identified by reviewers:
- Coffee – noted in 6 reviews
- Honey – noted in 6 reviews
- Grass – noted in 4 reviews
- Mocha – noted in 3 reviews
- Caramel – noted in 2 reviews
- Ginger – noted in 2 reviews
- Hay – noted in 2 reviews
- Baking Spice – noted in 1 review
- Vanilla – noted in 1 review
The prominent coffee and honey notes, complemented by grassy undertones, create the signature Cohiba character that has made the Exquisitos a reliable choice for those seeking a shorter smoking session without compromising on the complexity and refinement expected from this legendary Cuban marca.