Cohiba Siglo VI

The Cohiba Siglo VI is the crown jewel of the Línea 1492 — and one of the most celebrated Cuban cigars ever produced. Introduced in 2002 as the sixth and most substantial vitola in the Siglo range, it measures 150mm with a 52 ring gauge in the Corona Gorda format. Rated 96 points by Cigar Aficionado, the Siglo VI is medium to full-bodied with exceptional complexity — cedar, leather, coffee, dried fruit and a long, refined finish across 90 minutes. It is the Cohiba against which all other Cuban cigars are measured.

About Cohiba

Cohiba is Cuba's most prestigious cigar brand — created in 1966 as a private blend for Fidel Castro and senior Cuban officials before becoming available to the public in 1982. Produced exclusively at El Laguito factory in Havana, Cohiba is the only Cuban brand to use a unique triple fermentation process for its ligero leaves, delivering exceptional complexity and refinement. Today Cohiba encompasses the classic Línea 1492 (Siglo I through VI), the ultra-premium Behike line incorporating the rare Medio Tiempo leaf, and the Maduro 5 range.

Tasting Notes of the Cohiba Siglo VI

The Siglo VI is a 90-minute masterpiece — the widest ring gauge in the Línea 1492 allowing the full complexity of Cohiba's triple-fermented blend to develop across three extraordinary thirds.

- Pre-light: Cedar, sweet tobacco and a faint floral quality — the unmistakable Cohiba aroma in its most concentrated form.

- First Third: Cream, cedar and coffee open with authority. The 52 ring gauge maximises the interaction between wrapper and filler — the complexity is evident from the first draw.

- Second Third: Leather, dried fruit, dark chocolate and gentle earth develop in layers. The triple-fermented ligero delivers a creaminess and depth that is uniquely Cohiba.

- Final Third: Black pepper, roasted coffee and a long, complex finish with lingering sweetness. The strength builds to medium-full by the close — substantial but never harsh.

- Overall: Medium to full-bodied, extraordinarily complex and deeply satisfying — the finest expression of the Cohiba house style.

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Fun Facts About the Cohiba Siglo VI

The Siglo VI was the last vitola added to the Línea 1492 — introduced ten years after the range launched in 1992. Its Corona Gorda format (52 ring gauge) was a significant departure from the slimmer formats of Siglos I through V, reflecting the global trend toward wider ring gauges in premium cigars.

The Cohiba Siglo VI has been rated 96 points by Cigar Aficionado — one of the highest scores ever awarded to a Cuban cigar. It regularly appears in "best Cuban cigars" lists compiled by the world's leading cigar publications.

Cohiba is the only Cuban brand produced at a single factory — El Laguito in Havana. Every Siglo VI ever made has been rolled at El Laguito, making it one of the most tightly controlled production environments in the Cuban cigar industry.

FAQ About the Cohiba Siglo VI

Is the Cohiba Siglo VI worth the price?
For experienced cigar smokers seeking the finest Cuban cigar experience, yes — the Siglo VI consistently delivers exceptional complexity and quality that justifies its premium. It is widely regarded as one of the top five Cuban cigars in regular production.

How does it compare to the Cohiba Behike?
The Behike is richer and fuller, incorporating the rare Medio Tiempo leaf. The Siglo VI is more refined and elegant — medium to full-bodied where the Behike is unambiguously full. Both are exceptional; the Siglo VI is the more versatile daily smoke.

How long does it take to smoke?
Approximately 90 minutes at a relaxed pace — one of the longest smokes in the Cuban portfolio.

What does EMS mean?
English Market Selection — confirming the cigars arrived via the official Habanos UK importer Hunters & Frankau and passed additional authenticity and condition checks.