Joya de Nicaragua · Cinco Décadas
New WorldAficionadosJoya de Nicaragua Cinco Décadas Diadema
A double-tapered figurado from Joya's 50th-anniversary line, honoring the first size the factory ever rolled. A 6 x 54 all-Nicaraguan puro.
The short answer
The Joya de Nicaragua Cinco Décadas Diadema is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Nicaragua diadema (figurado) with a Nicaraguan wrapper. Expect cedar, cocoa, and pepper.
The verdict
The Joya de Nicaragua Cinco Décadas Diadema is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from Joya de Nicaragua's Cinco Décadas line. It's a Nicaragua (New World) diadema (figurado) wrapped in Nicaraguan at 6 in × 54.
On the palate, expect cedar, cocoa, and pepper, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 70 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with coffee and aged rum. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Diadema is one of the two original Cinco Décadas releases from 2018, and it carries special meaning: the diadema was the very first size rolled at the Joya de Nicaragua factory when it opened. This double-tapered figurado (6 x 54) is an all-Nicaraguan puro made from the company's top tobacco.
What it tastes like
The tapered shape concentrates the smoke and makes the draw evolve as you go: cedar, cocoa, gentle pepper, a creamy mid-palate, and oak through the finish. It's a graceful, well-mannered Medium-Full smoke that showcases craft over brute strength. As with the rest of the line, Joya doesn't publish the exact blend beyond confirming it's a Nicaraguan puro.
Who it's for
A treat for aficionados who appreciate a classic figurado and a bit of brand history. Figurados can be finicky to cut, so our how to cut a cigar guide is worth a glance before you light up.
Like the rest of Joya's catalog, it's a strong entry in the Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars conversation. Pair it with coffee or aged rum, and log your tasting notes in the Casa DNC app at casadnc.com alongside the other Cinco Décadas El General.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Joya de Nicaragua Cinco Décadas Diadema — frequently asked
- Is the Joya de Nicaragua Cinco Décadas Diadema 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 Joya de Nicaragua Cinco Décadas Diadema?
- The Joya de Nicaragua Cinco Décadas Diadema 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 Joya de Nicaragua Cinco Décadas Diadema taste like?
- Expect cedar, cocoa, and pepper, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Joya de Nicaragua Cinco Décadas Diadema?
- It pairs well with coffee and aged rum. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Joya de Nicaragua Cinco Décadas Diadema?
- Plan on about 70 minutes for the diadema (figurado) — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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