Cohiba
| Strength: | Medium |
| Wrapper: | Cameroon |
| Origin: | Dominican Republic |
| Shapes: | Churchill, Cigarillos, Corona, Robusto, Toro |
| Brand: | Cohiba |
Cohiba Red Dot
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The result of five intense years of research, the famous Cohiba cigar brand is now available in limited quantities in the US market.
Often called "red dot" Cohibas due to the markings on the band, this exquisite smoke offers a medium-bodied flavor and a strong, smooth and incredibly rich character. Handmade with a toothy Cameroon wrapper and aged mixture of Dominican-grown Piloto Cubano tobaccos, Cohiba's blend sets the standard among today's premium cigars.
Cohiba received a well-deserved '91' rating, noting:
"Well made with a good draw, Cohiba has a solid core of distinctly nutty flavors that have an underlying creaminess. French peanut notes and a touch of caramel on the finish make this a very tasty medium-bodied smoke."
Often called "red dot" Cohibas due to the markings on the band, this exquisite smoke offers a medium-bodied flavor and a strong, smooth and incredibly rich character. Handmade with a toothy Cameroon wrapper and aged mixture of Dominican-grown Piloto Cubano tobaccos, Cohiba's blend sets the standard among today's premium cigars.
Cohiba received a well-deserved '91' rating, noting:
"Well made with a good draw, Cohiba has a solid core of distinctly nutty flavors that have an underlying creaminess. French peanut notes and a touch of caramel on the finish make this a very tasty medium-bodied smoke."
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Customer Reviews of “Cohiba Red Dot” “Cohiba cigars out of all I've tried, including Avos, uphmans, montecristos, and other good cigars....are by far my favorite, they are beyond what they charge for them, and their taste exceeds even more expensive brands that I've tried. in essence, they are the shizzle, and are peerless in their taste, quality, and value; extant. mko”
MO of Nashville, AR
“I have had the cuban Cohiba, loved it a lot. Really like the Cohiba XV, hope they bring them back.”
S of Copperas Cove, TX
“I love these cigars. Perfect construction, draw, ash and burn everytime. Great flavor, not very complex but hits the spot every time. Too damn expensive though, you pay a lot for the name on these. If only they were about half the price I would smoke 'em everyday.”
JB of Burlington, WA
“Relative newbie to cigars (6 mos now) but have smoked a wide variety of brands. Got a couple red dots (Cohiba) in sampler and have seasoned in the ole humi for months awainting the day with great anticipation. The day has arrived! Toasted the foot and we're off. Unfortunately not to a good start as the cigar did not draw well. It feels like the last third was packed or rolled too tight. Otherwise, pleasant aroma and medium bodied. Certainly wouldnt put it in my top ten but will give it another try. Luv CAO Black, Greycliffe Red, Ghurka Class Regent, REO, R P V92, and a few others a lot more”
HD of Birmingham, AE
“Not a big fan of these (Cohiba) I got them for a gift. The first cigar was horrible the second one was a little better but still not what i was expecting to get from a cohiba. I gave the third one away. Maybe they should be a little tighter on quality control”
EC of Monroe , LA
“The "Cohiba Red Dot Pequenos", definitely a tasty, well rounded cigar, but the Red Dot leaves me in the red ink. It's good, but too pricey. Another lifetime, maybe, if i'm lucky.”
VB of San Francisco, CA
“to be honest with you i had cuban cohibas and they were a bit strong.i prefer the dominican cohiba a smoother smoke and a potent fragrance.”
cr of Lakewood, CA
“Best Non Cuban (Cohiba) on the market... bar none. Might be the best even if you include the Cubans. Great cigar, worth the price if you are into good cigars. I have smoked all of the premiums and these are in a class of their own.”
DO of Soldotna, AK
“I just finished a (Cohiba Robusto) for which I only paid something like $3.75 ....the Cigar of the Month cost. Was it worth it? Absolutely! Excellent draw, faint but very pleasing pre-light aroma, beautiful construction, long, firm ash, dead even burn and excellent flavour. Would I pay retail for the thing? Absolutely not.”
MC of MLeesburg, VA
“just finished my first non-cuban cohiba, which I received in sampler pack. robusto size red dot. Great burn, nice long ash, impecable construction. Taste profile? not complex but just solid tobacco taste. Would I buy these? Nope - even on special they are $5 and over each. There are way too many other cigars which I feel are equal quality but better character and way less expensive - All of the RP's, most Gurkha's, definitely the CAO's, and just soooooo many other great cigars! Kudos to CI who brings us these great cigars at the best prices - period. CI is the only place I buy gars!”
RG of Discovery Bay, CA
“This was one of the first cigars that I ever enjoyed and it has been difficult to find anything comparable in quality since. A true standard in the industry. A bit pricy but a must have in any respectable humidor. Thanks CI for providing cigar enthusiast with this gem at such a reasonable price. Keep up the good work!”
AS of Fulton, NY
“Best made cigar I have ever encountered. (Cohiba) It held a nearly two inch ash. Smoked slow, even and with good flavor. The question is, is it worth the price?”
JR of Marion, IA
“Thanks ! This is a great idea. It'll keep me alert to Cohiba specials.”
TK of Waupaca, WI
“Very dissapointed. I had a few robusto's and they burned poorly, uneven. Very hard draw and just not what i was wishing for. My friend got a sampler pack and i smoked thre of those that came in the pack .. plan awful. I have purchased many other cigars here that blow away the Cohibas. To name a few, the 5 Vegas Miami, the entire Cuban Heritage Gems Sampler, and the Chunktastic 60-Ring Mega-Sampler (except the black pearl). I just had a brickhouse that blew away the over rated Cohiba.”
DP of Tracy, CA
“The best constructed cigar I've ever smoked. The ash is white and firm, the burn is amazingly uniform and the draw perfect. The smoke is not overly powerful but very flavorful throughout. Definitely in the top 10 best smokes. This is one of the few cigars worth getting a burn between your fingers. A must try but you'll go broke if this becomes an addiction.”
LZ of Gainesville, GA
“I received a couple of these in the CI 90+ rating pack Cohiba was extremely disappointed. These weren't "nasty" cigars at all, only middle of the road smokes. There was nothing unique about them except the high price. The draw was a little tight, the smoke was very mild, the burn was the best I've ever seen and the rolling quality was exceptional! Over all, this cigar wasn't even close to the flavor of a Cuban Cohiba. To be sure it wasn't just me though, I gave my cigar partner the other one and we were both in agreement on the lack of flavor.”
MS of APO, AP
“These are one of my faves. I just took one out of the humidor that I'd been aging for almost 2 years. At first, I thought I had somehow ruined them. The first 1/2 inch was a bitter charcoal taste. Oh no! What had I done?!?! I set it in the cigar rest and poured a sniff of one of my favorite Kentucky bourbons. When I returned, before taking a sip of my drink, I drew on the "Red Dot." The charcoal had given way to a leathery wood taste. Soon thereafter, the lip and nose pepper appeared and I was once again a happy camper. Lesson learned? A cigar is like a journey. Just because your trip starts a little bumpy, it can finish as smooth as silk! Overall: Bitter start, woods and leathers with a long medium peppery finish. Excellent even burn and solid ash. Still one of my favorites. Thanks CI for your prices, excellent customer service and unmatched shipping department. My heroes!”
BN of Zion, IL
“Sorry folks but for the price of these thing Id rather smoke yard clippings. Ive smoked many now. some fresh some aged. Not inpressed one bit. Its a name no a cigar.”
EW of Vandalia, IL
“I was on a cruise ship heading for Bermuda when I first tried these (Cohiba) smokes. I bought a tin of the Cohiba Pequenos from the tax and duty free shop on the ship and it was $14.99. I just started to feel the affects of a cold coming on. I smoked the first one and was kind of unsure if I liked it or not. I think the cold had something to do with it. I torched a second one after dinner and before you know it I had bought 3 more tins. I have definatly found my favorite. I smoke these things every day and when I say smoke'm I mean these things are dripping wet with druel tearing apart in my mouth like Im eating them they are so good. There not peppery... not hot and have nice taste... oh man I want one now but just smoked a sample Graycliff 1666 that wasn't quite as goodd. For a small smoke these things are the way to go. Trust me.. you'll want to eat them!”
AC of Coventry, RI
“I was buying the (Cohiba) red dot toro tubos( 6x50) in my local store for 12 dollars each....way too much money, I know, but at least CI will allow me the pleasure of still smoking one of the finest cigars they have at 8 dollars each - for most maybe too much! for me, a great bargain and obviously a savings...hey, to each his own...way to go CI....keep the deals coming!!!! A long time customer from years ago, now returned home to CI !!!! p.s...these cigars are slow burners,very smooth, creamy and hold a beautiful ash...once you try one, you will want a second.”
JL of edison, NJ
“These guys produce a very nice product. If you are a fan of medium body blends than give these a try. They are well constructed, flavor full, not over bearing at all. No issues, just enjoyable. A great smoke for the money.”
KG of Acton, ME
“Hey CI Nation! Just got a taster box of Cohiba double coronas off of whack-a-deal (couldn't resist at that price).I was rewarded for my curiosity.These are very flavorful-lots of nuttines and underlying cream with peppery spice solid medium body.These taste very well-aged right off of the truck.These are some of the tastiest Cameroon wrappers I've ever experienced.Also make sure you gently pull on this lady because that's how you will get all of the nuances that's hiding in there waiting to get out-puff too hard and you'll rush a good thing and scorch the flavors.Very nice,Thanks CI.”
RK of College Park, MD
“This is the cigar all other cigars should be judged by, Great cigar. The most tasty, with such a wonderful aroma. These cigars are worth the money when you feel the need to really enjoy a truly great cigar. I had these years ago, these are better now.”
MC of Henderson, NV
“Just bought a robusto today in atlantic city and smoked it. I didnt have my humidor but was still one of the best smokes i've had.”
KC of Pittsburgh, PA
“Awesome cigar love it! Smooth...Tasty....Good Burn.....”
ES of redford, MI
“I agree that the high ratings on these Cohibas may have a bit to do with name recognition. I was not very impressed with these. The construction was excellent as one would expect from Cohiba, but the taste profile was a little disappointing. It wasn't terrible by any stretch. Maybe name recognition (coupled with a 90+ rating) was the same reason that I expected more...hmmm...psychoanalysis time...”
MR of Castaic, CA
“I bought a pack of the Pequenos and couldn't be happier. The small size is great when you only have an hour to smoke, and need both hands to work on the motorcycle ! Nice flavor, good construction, and less then 2 bucks a smoke ! Highly recommend them.”
KG of Rochester, NY
“First of all, the Customer Service Department at CI are nothing less that fantastic. I was so impressed by one of the reps that I wrote an email to the sales manager Mike Devitte, on the great experience I had working with a member of Customer Service. He expressed his grattidude, and said that it was refreshing to receive an email that was a person withourt an attitude. If they have been a help to you, let them know it. Now that I have expressed my thanks to CI, I ordered this Cohiba cigar based on their suggestion. I had expressed that my favorite cigar was a Cuban Cohiba Siglo VI, and the rep told me I should give these a try. While the cigar was as good as it could be, it didn't measure up to the Cuban. My thoughts on cigars are not based on getting a kick back for the ones I like. Nor are they bassed on what others say, even though I respect their views. No matter what you hear about the Cuban cigar going down hill, there is still nothing like them in the world. Let me give you an example; The Cuban Cohiba is only150mm (5 7/8") X 52, but will smoke almost as long at the the long Mark Twain at 7.4 X 52 that is also good. Adding to this, from the first draw until it is down to your fingers the flavor stays the same quality and never gets hot. If you notice, when the decription of what is used in the cigars we purchase, most of them will say a cuban seed is involved, since other countries try to match it in greatness. Until these become legal, and CI will slash the prices (I HOPE), then this Cohiba will do just fine. For those who have never had a Cuban, you will love this cigar regardless of where it is made. Well constructed, nice draw, and a great price that allows you to purchase a few.”
DM of Taylor, MI
“Got this as part of the 5 star Dominican sampler (Robusto). Was a really excellent smoke in my novice opinion, though I usually smoke a more full bodied cigar. As such, I was somewhat let down by the lack of thick, flavorful, make the neighbors shut their windows sort of smoke that I enjoy. I would love to have more of this around, though for the price i'd probably end up buying the 5 Vegas gold for a medium bodied smoke. For me, this would be a special occasion type cigar.”
JD of New Haven, CT
“Without a doubt, the Cohiba is a great cigar, filled with flavor. The question that must be asked, is the cigar worth more than $200.00 dollars of your money. When I take into consideration the list of great cigars half the price of the Cohiba Smokes such as Diesel, Davidoff Corazone, Indian Ltd Reserve, Torano Vault, Gisbert, and the list goes on. If you consider the cigars that may not be half the price of Cohiba, but much cheaper. Then you have you AVO, Griffins, La Auroa, etc. I will sacrifice the Cohiba price tag, for one of the others I have mentioned. I would like someone to explain why certain cigars have a high price tag. Starting with Davidoff, and why these cigars are so high in price. Again, the Cohiba is good, but I have others in a cheaper bracket that satisfy my palate.”
DM of Taylor, MI
“First off, I'm currently deployed so I definately want to praise CI for getting my order to me in five days. Imagine my surprise when I got my cigars today during mail call after just placing the order a few days prior. On to the cigars. I've been spoiled over here. With the local nation's shops selling cuban cigars I've been smoking the real-deal Cohibas for the past 3 months. I can honestly say the Cohiba Robustos surpassed them in my opinion. Very, very smooth taste. The taste reminded me of vanilla cream soda with no unpleasant after-taste. I think I just found my new favorite cigar!”
MA of Eielson Afb, AK
“Great construction, nice even draw, and incredible flavor. I found myself about to smoke past the band! Definitely one you'll enjoy down to the last puff.”
ES of Albuquerque, NM
“This is the first time i've ever toasted a Cohiba cigar and i must say that it is a very nice one dementional smoke. Little bit of pepper upon toasting which mellows out nicely. One thing i did notice was that this cigar left me with mild cotton mouth. No too bad though, you will definately need a beverage that compliments the cigar.”
MP of Perrysburg, OH
“I ordered a tin of Cohiba Pequenos and the first one i lit up was amazing. Right off the bat i was getting nuttiness and some slight pepper, then some cream and leather. I tried another paired with a glass of V.S.O.P. Cognac and i must say i was in heaven.”
RR of Beaverton, OR
“Great cigar in EVERY way, but price. It simply isn't THAT good.”
MG of Columbus, OH
“Simply amazing! These are incredible when their fresh. I got a couple of these with the Delicious Dozen II sampler and absolutely loved them. A little on the expensive side, but well worth it.”
ST of Fpo, AP
“Smoking a Red Dot now, (Robusto) Very Smooth and a wonderful taste, would reccomend these to everyone to at least try.”
RP of Oswego, NY
“Nothing short of exceptional! The only problem I have with ANY Cohiba's is others making references to them in comparison to Cuban Cigars! Yes. there are still quite a few good ones coming out of Cuba. But for what you have to pay for them ( I'm British and can buy them legally in the UK) they are not the value nor the "incredible" cigars that they once were. There are SO many outstanding Cigars being produced in Central America these days. I don't need to go into details as all of you can read and smoke your fair share. Anyway. BUY some of these Cohibas. They are a bargain for the price and the quality is second to none.”
DM of Herndon, VA
“Smoked one today and I could barely draw any smoke from it. I hope the other 4 I have don't do the same.”
JB of Fort knox, KY
Posted by Steve-O
We just finished up our Christmas catalog, and added a nifty little gift-buying section for all types of buyers. Some of us were chosen to play the role of everyday characters folks can relate to. Characters you work with, associate with, are related to, etc....characters best described as, ‘that guy.’ My character, in a word, was superficial. Makes a lot of money (completely false), prefers name brand stuff (depends on what I’m buying), and spends a lot of money (busted). Anyhoo, the cigar for ‘that guy’ is Cohiba Robusto. I lit one up for my photo, and decided to keep it burning to double-up on a review. Multitasking, check. Efficiency, check. Cutting costs, check. Yeah, I’m also ‘that guy’ - where you at, boss?
First off, this Cohiba certainly ain’t the prettiest cigar. The wrapper is mottled and marbleized. No biggie, sometimes I prefer a cigar rustic in appearance. It’s more genuine - more authentic - and seems less fabricated. It’s solid as a brick, though. No soft spots anywhere throughout the barrel. A slight barnyard aroma on the pre-light, a quick toast, and away we go.
There’s a good amount of rich, raw tobacco at play here. Not bad. But the thing that I enjoy most is the salt and pepper flavor I’m getting. Salt up front, pepper on the exhale. Not a spicy, lingering pepper. But a quick, cracked black pepper that diminishes with ease on the finish. Through the nose I get cedar and spice. Actually, if I exhale through the nose that black pepper on the palate lingers much longer. An enjoyable little discovery. After about an inch, the salt-like influence fades, the pepper remains, and a sweet, woodsy nuance takes center stage along with a softer hint of almond. Who knew Cohiba was this complex?
This is where the cigar remains ‘til the end. I’ll be honest, it burned a little fast but the flavors were pretty damn enjoyable....especially on a fresh palate paired with a cream and sugar ‘Great One’ from Dunkin. I’m drinking Dunkin, fool. This is a tasty, medium-bodied cigar with some good flavors at play. Now....mind you, I probably wouldn’t find myself buying a box of these anytime soon, but for the right price, this is a good buy. And we have enough ways to save on this brand to make them more reachable for the common man.
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