About the Cuaba Divinos
The Cuaba Divinos belongs to one of the youngest yet most characterful marcas in the Habanos portfolio. Launched in London in 1996, Cuaba was the first entirely new Cuban brand brought to commercial production in decades, and it was built around a single bold idea: reviving the classic double figurado, a shape pinched at both ends that had largely faded from the market. The Divinos is the smallest expression of that vision, a petit perfecto that packs the artistry of hand rolling into a compact format. The name itself nods to the resinous Cuban bush traditionally used to light tobacco, a fitting symbol for a brand devoted to old Havana craft.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third leans on dry cedar and a gentle nuttiness, with an early thread of cocoa that keeps the smoke approachable. As the cigar settles into its middle, the body fills out and sweeter tones of honey arrive alongside damp earth and a building black pepper. The final third is where the Divinos shows its weight, turning toward leather, roasted coffee, and a toasty spice that lingers on a long, woody finish. Overall it sits comfortably in the medium to full range, more nuanced than aggressive.
Pairings
- An aged Cuban rum, whose caramel sweetness echoes the cigar’s honeyed core.
- A cup of dark, freshly brewed espresso to mirror the roasted coffee notes in the last third.
- A lightly peated single malt whisky, which frames the earth and pepper without overwhelming them.
Aging and storage
Like most Habanos, the Divinos rewards patience. Kept at roughly 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and a steady temperature near 18 degrees Celsius, the blend softens over a year or two, allowing its pepper to mellow and its sweeter, woody notes to integrate. The tapered figurado shape can be a touch more delicate than a parejo, so a well seasoned humidor and careful handling help preserve the pointed ends. Smoked young it is lively and spicy; given time it grows rounder and more harmonious.
Who it is for
This is a cigar for the smoker who appreciates a short format that does not sacrifice depth. Newcomers curious about figurados will find it manageable in size, while seasoned aficionados will enjoy dissecting the layered transitions packed into its brief life. It suits a measured half hour rather than a leisurely evening, making it ideal for an after-lunch break or a quiet moment when time is limited but standards are not.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Cuaba Divinos?
It measures 4.0 inches (about 101 mm) with a 43 ring gauge, rolled as a double figurado, also described as a petit perfecto, tapered at both the head and the foot.
How strong is the Cuaba Divinos?
It sits in the medium to full range. The strength is balanced rather than harsh, with pepper and earth that build toward the final third.
What does the Cuaba Divinos taste like?
Expect honey, moist earth, and pepper layered under wood and spice, with supporting notes of cocoa, leather, and roasted coffee as it progresses.
Explore more
Browse all Cuaba cigars, or try the Cuaba Salomon Box of 10s and Cuaba Piramides Edicion Limitada 2008. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from the official Habanos S.A. site.
