About the Cohiba Siglo II
The Cohiba Siglo II belongs to the celebrated Linea 1492, a series Habanos unveiled on 4 November 1992 to mark the fifth centenary of 1492. Each vitola in the line carries the name “Siglo,” Spanish for century, honoring the five hundred years of Cuban tobacco history. The Siglo II is the petit corona of the family, rolled in the classic Mareva format and crafted entirely by hand at the El Laguito factory. It captures the polished, aromatic character that made Cohiba the flagship of Cuban cigars, scaled into a compact size you can enjoy without surrendering an entire afternoon.
Flavor profile by thirds
The first third opens with bright cedar and a grassy, creamy quality that is unmistakably Cohiba, brushed with a touch of light spice. Through the middle the smoke settles into roasted nuts and creamy cocoa, with a gentle sweetness building in the background and the texture turning rounder on the palate. The final third carries a soft honeyed note alongside lingering cedar and toasted almond, finishing clean and balanced rather than heavy. Body stays medium from light to nub, which keeps every transition easy to follow.
Pairings
- A lightly aged Cuban rum, whose cane sweetness echoes the cigar’s honeyed finish.
- A cup of freshly brewed espresso to lift the roasted nut and cocoa tones.
- A mellow single malt with no peat, letting the cedar and cream stay in focus.
Aging and storage
Keep your Siglo II at roughly 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and around 18 degrees Celsius in a well seasoned humidor. Even fresh from the box it smokes beautifully, yet a few years of rest tends to marry the cedar and cocoa notes and round off any youthful edge. The 42 ring gauge breathes evenly during storage, so a stable environment matters more than long term aging for this size. Rotate your boxes and check your hygrometer regularly to protect the wrapper.
Who it is for
This cigar suits the smoker who wants a genuine Cohiba experience in a shorter window, whether that is a lunch break or a quiet early evening. Its medium strength makes it approachable for those still building tolerance, while the layered, refined profile rewards seasoned aficionados who appreciate balance over power. If you admire the Siglo line but prefer a quicker smoke than the Siglo VI, the Siglo II is the natural choice.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Cohiba Siglo II?
It is a Mareva petit corona measuring 5.1 inches (about 129 mm) with a 42 ring gauge.
Is the Cohiba Siglo II a strong cigar?
No. It sits in the medium range, lighter than the Linea Clasica or Maduro 5, which makes it friendly for newer smokers while still satisfying experienced palates.
What does the Cohiba Siglo II taste like?
Expect cedar, roasted nuts, and creamy cocoa, with grassy notes, light spice, and a honeyed sweetness developing as it burns.
Explore more
Browse all Cohiba Cigars cigars, see our Cohiba Cigars price guide, or try the Cohiba Robustos and Cohiba Siglo VI. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from Wikipedia, the official Habanos S.A. site.