Oliva · Serie V
New WorldExperienced smokersOliva Serie V Double Robusto
A stout, box-pressed 5 x 54 of Oliva's flagship Serie V — full-bodied Nicaraguan tobacco under an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, and a perennial favorite.
The short answer
The Oliva Serie V Double Robusto is a bold, full-bodied cigar — a Nicaragua double robusto with a Ecuador Habano wrapper. Expect espresso, dark chocolate, and cedar. Critics rate it 92/100.
Flavor profile
Roast · Sweet · Earthy · Spice
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2007
92/100
Scores as published by each reviewer. Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings; we don't score cigars ourselves.
The verdict
The Oliva Serie V Double Robusto is a bold, full-bodied cigar from Oliva's Serie V line. It's a Nicaragua (New World) double robusto wrapped in Ecuador Habano at 5 in × 54.
On the palate, expect espresso, dark chocolate, and cedar, leaning roast. Plan on roughly 60 minutes from light to nub.
It's well regarded: Cigar Aficionado rated it 92/100 in 2007. It pairs naturally with espresso, aged rum, and stout. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Double Robusto is, for a lot of fans, the definitive Serie V. At 5 by 54, box-pressed, it's a short, thick smoke that delivers the full Serie V experience without a long time commitment — and it has the awards to back up its reputation.
What it tastes like
The Ecuadorian Habano wrapper sits over a Nicaraguan core anchored by Jalapa Valley ligero. It's full-bodied and generous: espresso and dark chocolate lead, with sweet cedar, toast, and a steady pepper spice rounding things out. The box press makes the draw effortless and the burn slow and even.
Who it's for
This is an aficionado's everyday cigar — enough strength and complexity to satisfy, in a format you can finish in under an hour. New to full-bodied Nicaraguans? Read the cigar strength guide first, and see our Cuban vs Nicaraguan comparison for why this style smokes the way it does.
Keep it at the right humidity and it stays at its best — how to store cigars without a humidor covers the basics. Log and rate yours in the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Oliva Serie V Double Robusto — frequently asked
- Is the Oliva Serie V Double Robusto a good cigar for beginners?
- Not as a first cigar. Full-bodied smokes are intense and high in nicotine — save it until you're comfortable with strength.
- How strong is the Oliva Serie V Double Robusto?
- The Oliva Serie V Double Robusto is Full-bodied — bold and high in nicotine. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the Oliva Serie V Double Robusto taste like?
- Expect espresso, dark chocolate, and cedar, leaning roast. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What is the Oliva Serie V Double Robusto's rating?
- Published critic scores: Cigar Aficionado 92/100 (2007). Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings and doesn't score cigars itself.
- What pairs well with the Oliva Serie V Double Robusto?
- It pairs well with espresso, aged rum, and stout. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Oliva Serie V Double Robusto?
- Plan on about 60 minutes for the double robusto — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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