Cohiba · Royale
New WorldExperienced smokersCohiba Royale Robusto
The first non-Cuban Cohiba rolled in Honduras — a dark, well-aged Nicaraguan maduro blend that's among the richest in the Cohiba lineup.
The short answer
The Cohiba Royale Robusto is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Honduras robusto with a Nicaraguan Jalapa (Maduro) wrapper. Expect cocoa, espresso, and cedar.
Flavor profile
Sweet · Roast · Earthy · Fruity · Spice
The verdict
The Cohiba Royale Robusto is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from Cohiba's Royale line. It's a Honduras (New World) robusto wrapped in Nicaraguan Jalapa (Maduro) at 5.5 in × 54.
On the palate, expect cocoa, espresso, and cedar, leaning sweet. Plan on roughly 65 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with espresso, bourbon, and port. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
Cohiba Royale, introduced around 2020, holds a couple of firsts: it was the first non-Cuban Cohiba handmade in Honduras, and it's often called one of the richest cigars General Cigar has put under the Cohiba name. The leaves are aged five to six years, and the dark, chocolatey Nicaraguan Jalapa maduro wrapper sets the tone.
What it tastes like
This is a medium-to-full, dark-and-rich smoke: cocoa and espresso lead, backed by cedar, dark fruit, and a firm pepper spine. The long aging shows up as a smooth, rounded richness rather than rough edges. It's one of the deeper, more indulgent cigars in the non-Cuban Cohiba range — closer to a classic maduro than to the brand's milder offerings.
Who it's for
A treat for experienced smokers who want a bold, well-aged maduro. Pair it with an espresso, a bourbon, or a port. New to dark wrappers and how they compare to pale Connecticut leaf? See our Maduro vs Connecticut guide.
Keep it at proper humidity for the best burn and flavor. Track the standouts in your humidor with the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Maduro vs Connecticut wrappers.
Cohiba Royale Robusto — frequently asked
- Is the Cohiba Royale Robusto a good cigar for beginners?
- Ease into it. The fuller body can be a lot for a first-timer, so it's better once you've built up a little tolerance.
- How strong is the Cohiba Royale Robusto?
- The Cohiba Royale Robusto is Medium-Full-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 Royale Robusto taste like?
- Expect cocoa, espresso, and cedar, leaning sweet. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Cohiba Royale Robusto?
- It pairs well with espresso, bourbon, and port. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Cohiba Royale Robusto?
- Plan on about 65 minutes for the robusto — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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