Cohiba Nicaragua N54 - Box of 16

Cohiba's first cigar ever blended and made in Nicaragua, rated 91 points and built around the volcanic soils of Estelí and Jalapa.

The Cohiba Nicaragua N54 marks a historic moment for the brand. Cohiba, managed by General Cigar Co. and traditionally associated with Dominican production, entered Nicaraguan territory for the first time with this line, produced at the Scandinavian Tobacco Group Estelí S.A. factory. The result is one of the most layered and sophisticated premium cigars General Cigar has released under the Cohiba name, rated 91 points by Cigar Aficionado and described by VP of Operations Jhonys

Diaz as delivering "the complexity and strength of Nicaragua with a bold and balanced flavor not achieved by any Nicaraguan puro on the market."

The N54 vitola at 5.25 x 54 is the most popular full-size format in the Cohiba Nicaragua lineup and delivers the complete flavor progression of the blend across a 60 to 75 minute session. This box of 16 is the standard retail format and the most practical purchase for enthusiasts who want to keep these cigars in regular rotation.

The blend includes:

1. Honduran Jamastran Colorado Oscuro wrapper, reddish mocha brown with a slight oily sheen and visible veins
2. Nicaraguan binder from Jalapa, contributing structure and sweet volcanic-soil undertones
3. Nicaraguan long-filler from Estelí and Jalapa, hand-selected and blended for complexity

From the first draw, you will notice:

1. Espresso bean, leather, and hay on the open with a distinct black pepper presence
2. Cotton candy sweetness on the finish that balances the strength in the first third
3. Tart citrus, dark cocoa, and woody maple emerging through the second third
4. Dark chocolate building toward anise and musky notes as strength escalates in the final third
5. Creamy smoke output throughout with a peppery retrohale that is strong but smooth

The strength of the N54 has a notable build quality. It starts at medium and escalates deliberately toward the final third, where the full character of the Estelí and Jalapa tobaccos asserts itself. Reviewers consistently describe a "sneak attack" quality to the strength progression, where the cigar feels approachable early before delivering its full punch in the final section. Burn is even, draw is open and consistently good, and smoke output is generous throughout.

Compared to other medium to full Nicaraguan handmade cigars:

1. Honduran Colorado Oscuro wrapper adds a richer, more complex aromatic profile than standard Connecticut or Habano wrappers
2. 91-point rating places it among the top-tier of medium to full Nicaraguan blends
3. Strength builds gradually rather than hitting hard upfront, rewarding patient smokers who allow the cigar to develop
4. The Cohiba brand name carries rigorous factory quality standards that translate into consistent construction across the box

Compared to other Cohiba Nicaragua vitolas:

1. N54 (5.25 x 54): the full-size flagship, complete flavor progression, 60 to 75 minutes
2. N45 (4 x 45): shortest and most accessible, core flavor profile in a quicker smoke
3. N50 En Crystale (5 x 50): robusto in crystal tube format, same blend with tube packaging
4. N60 (6 x 60): largest vitola, longest session, maximum body and strength expression

This product is best suited for:

1. Experienced smokers who enjoy medium to full Nicaraguan blends with a complex, evolving flavor profile
2. Cohiba enthusiasts who want to explore the brand's Nicaraguan departure from its traditional Dominican character
3. Smokers looking for a 91-rated daily or occasion cigar that delivers genuine complexity without an extreme price point

Key Features

1. Brand: Cohiba
2. Line: Nicaragua
3. Vitola: N54 Toro
4. Size: 5.25 inches x 54 ring gauge
5. Wrapper: Honduran Jamastran Colorado Oscuro (reddish mocha brown, oily)
6. Binder: Nicaraguan, Jalapa
7. Filler: Nicaraguan long-filler, Estelí and Jalapa
8. Factory: Scandinavian Tobacco Group Estelí S.A., Nicaragua
9. Manufacturer: General Cigar Co.
10. Strength: Medium to full (builds through the smoke)
11. Flavor Profile: Espresso, leather, hay, black pepper, dark cocoa, cedar, tart citrus, woody maple, dark chocolate, anise, creamy smoke
12. Smoking Time: 60 to 75 minutes
13. Rating: 91 points, Cigar Aficionado
14. Historical Note: First cigar ever blended and manufactured in Nicaragua by Cohiba
15. Packaging: Box of 16