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A bourbon-branded collaboration cigar — General Cigar's Weller by Cohiba Robusto, a rich, full-flavored smoke meant to pair with W.L. Weller whiskey.
The short answer
The Weller by Cohiba Robusto is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Dominican Republic robusto extra with a Honduran San Agustín (Ligero) wrapper. Expect cedar, espresso, and leather.
The verdict
The Weller by Cohiba Robusto is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from Cohiba's Weller by Cohiba line. It's a Dominican Republic (New World) robusto extra wrapped in Honduran San Agustín (Ligero) at 5.5 in × 50.
On the palate, expect cedar, espresso, and leather, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 60 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with bourbon, espresso, and aged rum. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
Weller by Cohiba is a collaboration between the non-Cuban Cohiba brand and the W.L. Weller wheated-bourbon name, first released by General Cigar in 2021 and made at General Cigar Dominicana. Worth being clear up front: despite the bourbon branding, the original cigar's tobacco was not aged in whiskey barrels — it's a co-branded pairing cigar, not an infused one.
What it tastes like
This robusto extra is a medium-to-full, savory smoke. The Honduran San Agustín ligero wrapper and Connecticut Habano medio tiempo binder give it body and spice, over a Nicaraguan filler: cedar, espresso, and leather, with cocoa and a peppery edge. It's a bold, flavor-forward cigar designed to stand up to a glass of wheated bourbon.
Who it's for
A fun pick for experienced smokers who enjoy a cigar-and-whiskey pairing. As intended, it's excellent with a Weller or another wheated bourbon, but it also works with an espresso or an aged rum. New to matching strength to your palate? Our cigar strength guide can help.
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Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Weller by Cohiba Robusto — frequently asked
- Is the Weller by Cohiba 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 Weller by Cohiba Robusto?
- The Weller by Cohiba 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 Weller by Cohiba Robusto taste like?
- Expect cedar, espresso, and leather, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Weller by Cohiba Robusto?
- It pairs well with bourbon, espresso, 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 Weller by Cohiba Robusto?
- Plan on about 60 minutes for the robusto extra — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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