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Overview: Cohiba Talisman Limited Edition 2017 The Cohiba Talisman Limited Edition 2017 is an incredibly exciting release, only the seventh limited edition from this legendary brand. A Cañonazo Doble, measuring in at 155mm with a 54 gauge, this powerhouse is one of the largest Cohibas ever made and has combined iconic details from their existing ranges to create this extraordinary cigar. The filler leaves are the classic Cohiba blend of Volado, Seco, Ligero leaves and the revered Medio Tiempo leaf, all aged for a minimum of 2 years, but the fermentation and aging process continues for the seco and ligero leaves for an additional 18 months, and occurs inside cedar barrels. The Talisman is hand rolled in the famous El Laguito factory, using the Dark Maduro leaf which grows at the very top of shade grown plants, requiring additional ageing and fermentation over 5 years to reach the color dark enough to be classified as Maduro which adds a sweetness to the flavour. Previously the Maduro leaf wrap was used exclusively by Cohiba for their Maduro 5 range, the finishing touch is the pigtail cap that adds a dash of whimsy to this fine specimen, normally only found on the Behike series. A beautiful aroma greeted us, delicious notes of cinnamon and vanilla with touches of cedar. The thick luxurious smoke Cohiba is known for begins immediately, and the flavour comes out with a bang. We found rich caramel mingled with espresso and earthy notes of wood and herbs while the aromas carry into accenting flavours. Talisman begins at a medium strength but moves up to a full by the middle and offers a touch of salt at the finish that came just under the 2 hour mark. Even though the Talisman is young and will respond well to some time to rest in your humidor, it is certainly not necessary due to the aging process of the individual components. They are offered exclusively in a slide lid box of 10.   Buy with confidence from Cuban Lou’s Cigar Company… Since 2004, we have become the most trusted and reliable merchant of authentic Habanos. Our customers are priority. Backed by our world class customer service, we will make your experience at Cuban Lou’s a great one.

Cohiba Maduro 5 Genios is a Robusto Extra, measuring at 140mm with a 50 gauge, Genios are the largest of the Maduro range. Cohiba introduced the Linea Maduro 5 collection in 2007, unique to all 3 cigars in this range, the tobacco wrapper is the Dark Maduro leaf. This leaf grows at the very top of shade grown plants, requiring an additional ageing and fermentation process over the course of 5 years, resulting in a sweeter flavour and inspiring the name of this collection. Filled with the signature tobacco blend exclusive to Cohiba, all of their vitolas are Totalmente a Mano, Tripa Larga – long filler, hand made, in the famous El Laguito factory. The aromas are lively with cinnamon and honey at the top, the rich flavours developed as we smoked initially displaying notes of coffee and roasted tobacco, later developing into chocolate and touches of nutty nougat. While the wrappers are aged for 5 years the internal fill is aged for 2-3 years, so while they are a great smoke right out of the box they would rest well in your humidor for reintroduction at a later date.   Buy with confidence from Cuban Lou’s Cigar Company… Since 2004, we have become the most trusted and reliable merchant of authentic Habanos. Our customers are priority. Backed by our world class customer service, we will make your experience at Cuban Lou’s a great one.

The Cohiba Lanceros is where it all began for the brand, one of the 3 founding cigars for the Cohiba brand, the Lanceros was originally created exclusively for Castro. This groundbreaking cigar was only acquirable as a gift from the Cuban government, prior to 1982 when it became available to the international market. The Lanceros is the cigar for which the famous Cohiba tobacco blend, consisting of Volado, Seco, Ligero leaves and the revered Medio Tiempo leaf, was created. Filled with the signature tobacco blend exclusive to Cohiba, all of their vitolas are Totalmente a Mano, Tripa Larga – long filler, hand made, in the famous El Laguito factory. This pigtailed Panetela delivers a thick and creamy smoke that is herbaceous with dashes of floral that progresses into a deliciously smooth, medium strength. We found flavours of warm baking spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, later progressing into notes of rustic honey combined with creamy almond and finishes with a sweetness lingering on the lips. This Lanceros is a dreamy cigar that would delight novice and aficionado smokers alike, But be aware that this cigar that must be enjoyed slowly to allow the intricacies unfold. Pour a snifter of your favorite cognac and expect up to 2 hours of enjoyment.   Buy with confidence from Cuban Lou’s Cigar Company… Since 2004, we have become the most trusted and reliable merchant of authentic Habanos. Our customers are priority. Backed by our world class customer service, we will make your experience at Cuban Lou’s a great one.

At last year’s XVI Festival del Habano, Habanos S.A. took another step into the big ring gauge craze. While the cigar itself only measures 5 x 58, it’s a Cohiba, and not just any Cohiba, the Edición Limitada for 2014. There are inevitably Cuban cigar purists that continue to scoff at smoking the extra large Cohiba, but for many—including retailers—it was greeted with a smile. Big ring gauges aren’t just an American thing, something I’ve documented for the last few years, but Habanos S.A. has generally avoided it. The company’s most noted foray into a large ring gauge was with the Cohiba BHK 56 in 2010, but there’s a pretty big difference between 56 and 58.