Looking for Cohiba cigars for sale? The Dominican-made Cohiba portfolio offers premium blends ranging from mellow and creamy to rich, full-bodied smokes. Before you choose one, it helps to know how Cohiba became such a recognizable name and understand what you’re buying in the U.S.
The History Behind Cohiba Cigars
“Cohiba” is a word as old as cigars themselves. When Columbus asked the natives on the island of Hispaniola (the site of modern-day Haiti and the Dominican Republic) what they were smoking, they told him that their cured, rolled-up tobacco bunches were called “cohibas.”
But the real mystique didn’t begin until much later, in Cuba. A cigar maker named Eduardo Ribera sold cigars to one of Castro’s bodyguards. Eventually, “El Jefe” got a taste and was impressed. Ribera became Castro’s private roller and Castro’s love of cigars became well documented. Ribera was set up with a cigar-making operation at a factory called El Laguito, and unbranded Cohibas then filled Castro’s private stock. For a long time, there was no way to get them other than Castro himself handing one over. As time passed, Cohibas made their way into the humidors of top Cuban government officials, and in 1968, the Cohiba Cigar brand was formally launched.
It’s a bit funny that Cohiba Cigars became synonymous with Cuban cigars, given that so many Cuban companies had deeper roots and richer traditions, some going back generations. The popularity is a testament to Castro and the power of his image with a cigar clamped in his teeth. The allure of “forbidden fruit” also played a role. Kennedy’s embargo on Cuban cigars in 1962 made American cigar smokers want them that much more.
Cuban vs. Dominican Cohiba Cigars
One important distinction for U.S. shoppers: Cuban Cohiba and Dominican Cohiba are separate brands. Cuban Cohiba Cigars cannot legally be sold by U.S. retailers.
What you can get in the states is a Dominican Cohiba, produced by General Cigar Company. The Cohiba cigars for sale here are the Dominican-made versions produced for the U.S. market.
Our selection includes the Dominican version, which includes high-quality lines like Cohiba Black, Blue, Connecticut, Macassar, Nicaragua, Puro Dominicana, and the famous Red Dot.
Which Cohiba Cigars Should You Try?
The best Cohiba Cigars depend on the strength and flavor profile you enjoy. Cohiba Connecticut is an approachable choice for smokers who prefer a smoother experience, while Cohiba Black and Cohiba Nicaragua offer richer options for those seeking bolder flavors. The classic Cohiba Red Dot is another popular place to start.
When comparing Cohiba Cigars price points, keep in mind that cost varies by blend, vitola, packaging, and availability. Browse individual listings above for current prices and available sizes.
Buy Authentic Cohiba Cigars Online
Just like Rolexes, there’s lots of fakery out there, so don’t get taken in. Counterfeit Cohiba Cigars are particularly common because of the name's worldwide recognition. When you buy Cohiba Cigars, purchasing from a trusted U.S. cigar retailer helps ensure you're getting authentic, properly stored products.
Browse our Cohiba Cigars for sale above to compare blends, sizes, and prices and find the right Cohiba for your humidor.
