Tatuaje · Cojonu
New WorldExperiencedTatuaje Cojonu 2006
The Cojonu 2006, a 5 1/2 x 52 Belicoso from Tatuaje — an Ecuadorian Habano blend over Nicaraguan tobacco with cocoa, leather and cedar. The second in the Cojonu series.
The short answer
The Tatuaje Cojonu 2006 is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Nicaragua belicoso with a Ecuadorian Habano wrapper. Expect cocoa, leather, and cedar.
Flavor profile
Sweet · Earthy · Spice
The verdict
The Tatuaje Cojonu 2006 is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from Tatuaje's Cojonu line. It's a Nicaragua (New World) belicoso wrapped in Ecuadorian Habano at 5 1/2 in × 52.
On the palate, expect cocoa, leather, and cedar, leaning sweet. Plan on roughly 60 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with espresso, bourbon, and aged rum. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Cojonu 2006 is the second installment of Tatuaje's "ballsy" Cojonu series, a stout 5 1/2 x 52 Belicoso with a tapered head. It keeps the line's bold spirit but in a shorter, thicker, figurado package than the 2003 Toro that preceded it.
What it tastes like
Under an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper with an all-Nicaraguan core, this lands at a rich medium-full. The pointed head concentrates the smoke, leading with cocoa and leather, then layering cedar, earth, and a pointed black-pepper spice. It's powerful and flavorful but stays balanced, with a creamy finish. The box-pressed belicoso shape and big ring gauge keep the burn slow and the draw satisfying. As with the whole line, García-family construction is excellent.
Who it's for
The fuller body and figurado shape make this best for experienced smokers comfortable cutting a tapered head — see our how to cut a cigar guide if you're new to belicosos. Enjoy it after a meal with espresso, bourbon, or an aged rum. If you like the series, the original Cojonu 2003 is the natural comparison, and our Cuban vs Nicaraguan piece frames the blend.
Working through the Cojonu vintages? Log and rate each in the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Tatuaje Cojonu 2006 — frequently asked
- Is the Tatuaje Cojonu 2006 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 Tatuaje Cojonu 2006?
- The Tatuaje Cojonu 2006 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 Tatuaje Cojonu 2006 taste like?
- Expect cocoa, leather, and cedar, leaning sweet. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Tatuaje Cojonu 2006?
- It pairs well with espresso, bourbon, 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 Tatuaje Cojonu 2006?
- Plan on about 60 minutes for the belicoso — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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