Punch Petit Coronations

When you want a genuine Havana but only have half an hour, the Punch Petit Coronations is hard to beat. It's a Coronita — a compact 4.6 inches at a 40 ring gauge — and like its bigger Coronations sibling it comes sealed in a cedar-lined aluminum tube.

What it tastes like

For a small cigar it carries a lot of the Punch character. The all-Cuban blend leads with cedar and cream, backed by light nuts, fresh hay and that clean Cuban tobacco sweetness. It's medium in strength and smooth from start to finish — no bite, no harshness, just an easy, satisfying little smoke that's done in about 30 minutes.

Who it's for

This is an ideal short-break Havana and a low-commitment way to get acquainted with the brand. The tube keeps it in good shape, so it's the one to stash for travel or a quick after-lunch smoke. If you've got more time, step up to the Punch Coronations or the fuller Punch Punch.

If you're newer to Cuban cigars, our Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars guide is worth a read, and how to cut a cigar covers the basics on a small parejo like this. Track your humidor and rate it in the Casa DNC app.