About the Por Larranaga Cuban Corona
Por Larranaga ranks among the most storied marcas in the history of Havana tobacco, founded in 1834 by the Spaniard Ignacio Larranaga and counted as one of the oldest Cuban brands still in production. The house earned an early reputation for elegant, well mannered cigars, immortalized when Rudyard Kipling wrote of the calm to be found in a Larranaga. The Cuban Corona carries that legacy in a classic format, dressed in a smooth, even wrapper and built with the careful construction the brand has long been known for.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third is gentle and inviting, leading with light coffee and a thread of honeyed sweetness laid over a cedar backbone. As the burn settles into the second third, the smoke gains weight, with espresso and toasted tobacco moving forward alongside a faint salted caramel richness. The final third stays composed rather than aggressive, holding its medium body to the band while the woody, lightly sweet core carries the cigar to a clean finish.
Pairings
- A cup of dark roast coffee or a well pulled espresso, which echoes the cigar’s own roasted notes.
- An aged Cuban or Dominican rum, whose caramel and oak tones mirror the smoke’s gentle sweetness.
- A lighter single malt Scotch with honey and cereal character, for an unhurried evening pour.
Aging and storage
Keep your cigars in a seasoned humidor held around 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and a temperature near 18 degrees Celsius, roughly 65 degrees Fahrenheit. The Cuban Corona smokes beautifully fresh, yet a few years of patient rest will round its edges further and let the cedar and sweeter notes marry more deeply. Inspect your humidor regularly and rotate stock so every cigar matures evenly.
Who it is for
This is a cigar for the smoker who prizes balance and finesse over sheer power. The medium profile makes it approachable for those still building their palate, while its classic Corona proportions and refined character reward seasoned aficionados who appreciate a traditional, well behaved Havana. It suits a relaxed daytime smoke or an after dinner moment when you want flavor without a heavy hit.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Por Larranaga Cuban Corona?
It is a Corona vitola measuring 5.6 inches, about 142 mm, with a 42 ring gauge, the near standard girth for a classic Havana Corona.
How strong is this cigar?
It sits in the medium range, smooth and balanced rather than overpowering, which makes it friendly to newer smokers and satisfying for experienced ones alike.
Is Por Larranaga an old Cuban brand?
Yes. Por Larranaga was founded in 1834 and is regarded as one of the oldest Cuban cigar marcas, long admired for its elegant and refined blends.
Explore more
Browse all Por Larranaga cigars, or try the Por Larranga Cubana Petit Coronas and Por Larrannaga Lonsdales. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from the official Habanos S.A. site.