About the Cohiba Siglo VI Tubos
The Cohiba Siglo VI sits at the top of the Línea 1492, the line Cohiba introduced in 1992 to mark five centuries since Columbus reached the New World, with the Siglo VI joining the range in 2002 as its crowning size. Rolled by hand at the famed El Laguito factory in Havana, this vitola carries the brand’s signature tobacco, where a portion of the filler receives an extra fermentation that gives Cohiba its unmistakable character. The format itself is the Cañonazo, a measurement conceived exclusively for this cigar and known in the factory as the “cannon shot.” Presented here in individual aluminum tubes in a box of 20, it travels and ages beautifully.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third is gentle and aromatic, leading with cedar and a soft grassy, floral edge that has long defined the marca, brushed by a touch of light pepper. Through the middle the smoke turns creamier and rounder, with roasted coffee, hazelnut, and a thread of citrus weaving together over a refined, medium body. The final third deepens into honeyed sweetness, warm leather, and damp earth, closing with a smooth richness rather than any harshness. It is a complex yet approachable progression that rewards an unhurried pace.
Pairings
- Aged Cuban or Caribbean rum, whose oak and caramel echo the cigar’s honeyed core
- An espresso or a lightly roasted single-origin coffee to mirror the roasted notes
- A lightly peated or sherried single malt for those who prefer a spirit with more weight
Aging and storage
The Siglo VI is already balanced young, yet it is a genuine candidate for the cellar, and many enthusiasts find the floral and coffee tones settle into something even rounder after a few years of patient rest. Keep the cigars at roughly 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and around 16 to 18 degrees Celsius in a well seasoned humidor. The aluminum tube offers extra protection for travel, though for long-term aging many smokers prefer to rest the cigars outside the tube so they can breathe within the humidor.
Who it is for
This is a cigar for the patient smoker who wants a longer, ceremonial Cohiba without reaching the fuller intensity of the Behike line. Its medium body makes it forgiving enough for those still building familiarity with Cuban tobacco, while its depth and pedigree keep seasoned collectors coming back. Reserve it for an evening when you have the time to follow each of its three acts from start to finish.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Cohiba Siglo VI?
It is the Cañonazo vitola, measuring 5.9 inches (150 mm) in length with a 52 ring gauge, a format created exclusively for this cigar.
How strong is the Cohiba Siglo VI?
It is generally considered a medium bodied cigar, rich and complex but not overpowering, which makes it accessible to a wide range of palates.
What does the Cohiba Siglo VI taste like?
Expect a layered profile of cedar, roasted coffee and hazelnut, honeyed sweetness and leather, lifted by the grassy, floral character that is a hallmark of the Cohiba marca.
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.