About the Bolivar Belicosos Finos
Named after the South American liberator Simón Bolívar, the Bolívar marque was founded around 1901 by José F. Rocha and registered in Havana in 1921. From the beginning, the brand built its reputation on strength, and few cigars embody that legacy as completely as the Belicosos Finos. Rolled as a Campanas figurado, this tapered beauty has long been regarded as one of the boldest regular-production smokes in the entire Habanos portfolio.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third arrives with a dense, mineral-driven core, layering bittersweet cocoa over a backbone of earth and roasted coffee bean. As the burn settles into the middle, leather and aged cedar step forward while a touch of hazelnut rounds out the palate. The final third pushes its power to the front, with spice and a distinct salty edge lingering on the lips, closing out an intensely earthy and full-throttle experience.
Pairings
- An aged Cuban rum, whose dark molasses sweetness tempers the cigar’s mineral grip.
- A robust single malt with peat or sherry character to match the leather and spice.
- Strong black espresso, echoing the roasted coffee notes that run through the smoke.
Aging and storage
The Belicosos Finos rewards patience. In its youth the strength can be ferocious, so resting the cigars for a few years allows the mineral and pepper notes to soften and the sweeter cocoa and cedar tones to emerge. Keep them in a well-seasoned humidor held steady at roughly 68 to 70 percent relative humidity and a temperature near 18 to 20 degrees Celsius. The thicker 52 ring gauge and dense filler help these sticks mature gracefully over the long term.
Who it is for
This is a cigar for the seasoned smoker who craves intensity and depth. Newcomers may find the full body overwhelming, but veterans who appreciate raw, earthy power will recognise the Belicosos Finos as a benchmark for Cuban strength. Set aside an hour with no distractions, ideally after a substantial meal, and give it the attention it demands.
Frequently asked questions
How strong is the Bolivar Belicosos Finos?
It is full-bodied and counts among the most powerful regular-production figurados from Habanos, which is why it is best suited to experienced smokers.
What size is the Belicosos Finos?
It is a Campanas (Belicoso) figurado measuring 5.5 inches (140 mm) with a 52 ring gauge, finished with a tapered head.
What does it taste like?
Expect a deeply earthy and mineral profile, with bittersweet cocoa, roasted coffee bean, leather, cedar, and a peppery, slightly salty finish.
Explore more
Browse all Bolivar cigars, or try the Bolivar Coronas Gigantes and Bolivar Belicosos Finos Cabinet Box. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from its Cigar Aficionado rating, Wikipedia, the official Habanos S.A. site.
Diane Ross –
Incredible cigar! The Bolivar Belicosos Finos from Bolivar is absolutely exceptional. Smooth, complex, and beautifully balanced. Got wonderful notes of nuts and earth throughout the smoke. Lasted about 65 minutes. Already ordering another box!
Patricia Rodriguez –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The Bolivar Bolivar Belicosos Finos delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of nuts and earth. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
Cynthia Bailey –
A true masterpiece from Bolivar. This Bolivar Belicosos Finos is everything you want in a premium Cuban cigar. Exquisite flavors of coffee and cream, flawless construction, razor-sharp burn. Been smoking these for years and they never disappoint!
Margaret Butler –
The Bolivar Bolivar Belicosos Finos is a quality cigar. Nice balance of flavor and strength. I enjoyed the cedar and spice notes throughout. Construction was very good with only one minor touch-up needed. Good cigar for experienced smokers.
Marilyn Stone –
Best cigar I’ve had in a long time! Bolivar really knocked it out of the park with the Bolivar Belicosos Finos. Rich flavor profile featuring nuts and earth, perfect draw, and excellent burn. Can’t recommend this enough!
Jonathan Baker –
Five stars all the way! The Bolivar Bolivar Belicosos Finos is simply amazing. Smooth from start to finish with beautiful notes of cedar and spice. This is my go-to cigar now. Outstanding quality and flavor complexity!
Nicholas Allen –
Decent cigar but not my favorite from Bolivar. The Bolivar Belicosos Finos has good flavor – leather and wood – but didn’t wow me like other Cubans I’ve had. Construction was fine, burn was mostly even. It’s good, just not exceptional. Worth trying though.
Marie Reynolds –
Excellent cigar from Bolivar. The Bolivar Belicosos Finos has a refined flavor profile – lots of leather and wood. Draw was perfect and it burned for about 48 minutes. Only minor complaint is it’s slightly strong for my taste, but overall a great smoke.
Ralph Morrison –
Great cigar! Bolivar Bolivar Belicosos Finos offers excellent quality and flavor. Notes of leather and wood throughout, good burn, nice draw. Not quite perfect but very close. Will definitely order again!
Dennis Wallace –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The Bolivar Bolivar Belicosos Finos delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of nuts and earth. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
Brenda Gibson –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The Bolivar Bolivar Belicosos Finos delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of nuts and earth. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
Carolyn Jenkins –
Great cigar! Bolivar Bolivar Belicosos Finos offers excellent quality and flavor. Notes of cedar and spice throughout, good burn, nice draw. Not quite perfect but very close. Will definitely order again!
Paul Price –
Absolutely love this Bolivar Belicosos Finos! Bolivar continues to impress with their quality. Wonderful complexity with nuts and earth, smooth creamy smoke, and perfect construction. One of my all-time favorites!
Robert Martinez –
Incredible cigar! The Bolivar Belicosos Finos from Bolivar is absolutely exceptional. Smooth, complex, and beautifully balanced. Got wonderful notes of cedar and spice throughout the smoke. Lasted about 88 minutes. Already ordering another box!
Steven Rivera –
Top-tier quality from Bolivar. The Bolivar Belicosos Finos showcases everything I love about Cuban cigars – impeccable craftsmanship, smooth draw, and layers of flavor. Picked up notes of cedar and spice. Burned evenly throughout. A must-try for any serious aficionado!
Gary Wood –
Best cigar I’ve had in a long time! Bolivar really knocked it out of the park with the Bolivar Belicosos Finos. Rich flavor profile featuring cocoa and pepper, perfect draw, and excellent burn. Can’t recommend this enough!
Russell Fox –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The Bolivar Bolivar Belicosos Finos delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of honey and tobacco. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
Timothy Kelly –
Great smoke for the price. This Bolivar Belicosos Finos offers excellent value for a premium Bolivar cigar. Good flavor with notes of nuts and earth, even burn, and consistent quality. Perfect for a weekend smoke. Happy with this purchase!
Pamela Ward –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The Bolivar Bolivar Belicosos Finos delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of nuts and earth. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
Andrew Thompson –
Very good cigar. The Bolivar Bolivar Belicosos Finos lives up to its reputation. Beautiful wrapper, good construction, and nice flavor development. Tasted coffee and cream with a smooth finish. Not the absolute best I’ve had, but definitely solid. Would buy again.
Mark Russell –
Great smoke for the price. This Bolivar Belicosos Finos offers excellent value for a premium Bolivar cigar. Good flavor with notes of honey and tobacco, even burn, and consistent quality. Perfect for a weekend smoke. Happy with this purchase!
Daniel Moore –
Really enjoyed this Bolivar Belicosos Finos. Bolivar consistently delivers quality and this is no exception. Good complexity with notes of coffee and cream. Construction was solid and burn was even. A bit pricey but you get what you pay for with Cuban cigars. Recommended!