Cohiba · Maduro 5
CubanExperienced smokersCohiba Maduro 5 Secretos
The smallest cigar in Cohiba's rare Cuban Maduro 5 line — a quick, dark, lightly sweet smoke with classic Havana character.
The short answer
The Cohiba Maduro 5 Secretos is a balanced, medium-bodied smoke — a Cuban secretos (petit corona) with a Cuban (Maduro) wrapper. Expect cocoa, coffee, and cedar.
Flavor profile
Sweet · Roast · Earthy · Fruity
The verdict
The Cohiba Maduro 5 Secretos is a balanced, medium-bodied smoke from Cohiba's Maduro 5 line. It's a Cuban secretos (petit corona) wrapped in Cuban (Maduro) at 3.9 in × 40.
On the palate, expect cocoa, coffee, and cedar, leaning sweet. Plan on roughly 35 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with espresso, morning coffee, and aged rum. If you're newer to cigars, this is a safe, enjoyable pick.
The Secretos is the smallest of Cohiba's Maduro 5 trio — a short petit corona on a 40 ring gauge. The Maduro 5 line, introduced in 2007, is the only Cuban Cohiba with a maduro wrapper, aged five years for a darker, sweeter character, and the Secretos is the easiest way to try it in a quick smoke.
What it tastes like
For such a small cigar, it carries plenty of flavor. Expect cocoa, coffee, and cedar with dark-fruit sweetness and a soft spice from the maduro wrapper. It's medium-bodied and smooth — a touch lighter than the bigger Genios and Magicos, and a genuinely enjoyable 30-minute Havana.
Who it's for
A nice option when you want a dark, slightly sweet Cuban without a long commitment, and a low-stakes way to get to know the Maduro 5 blend. Pair it with an espresso, a morning coffee, or an aged rum. New to maduro wrappers? See our Maduro vs Connecticut comparison.
Cohiba is the most-faked brand in the world, so buy from a reputable source and keep it humidified. Track your favorites in your humidor with the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Maduro vs Connecticut wrappers.
Cohiba Maduro 5 Secretos — frequently asked
- Is the Cohiba Maduro 5 Secretos a good cigar for beginners?
- It's a good next step. Medium-bodied cigars are fine once you've enjoyed a few milder ones and want more flavor and depth.
- How strong is the Cohiba Maduro 5 Secretos?
- The Cohiba Maduro 5 Secretos is Medium-bodied. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the Cohiba Maduro 5 Secretos taste like?
- Expect cocoa, coffee, and cedar, leaning sweet. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Cohiba Maduro 5 Secretos?
- It pairs well with espresso, morning coffee, and aged rum. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Cohiba Maduro 5 Secretos?
- Plan on about 35 minutes for the secretos (petit corona) — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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