Cohiba Siglo IV

Box of 25, 5 5/8 x 46

Introduction: The Churchill of Modern Cigars

In the pantheon of Cuban cigars, the Cohiba Siglo IV stands as a titan. Launched in 2002 as part of the Siglo series, this 5 5/8″ x 46 corona gorda is where tradition meets audacity. I first lit one on a moonlit Havana rooftop, the city’s chaos fading into a haze of cedar and spice. The Siglo IV isn’t just a cigar—it’s an event. A coronation in smoke form.

Chapter 1: Origins—A New Era for Cohiba

The Siglo series was Cohiba’s bold leap into the 21st century—a declaration that even legends can evolve. The Siglo IV, with its corona gorda vitola (5 5/8″ x 46), became the series’ centerpiece. Not as petite as the Siglo III, nor as hefty as the Siglo VI, it’s the perfect middle ground: majestic yet approachable.

For the full Siglo saga, explore our Siglo Series Guide.

Chapter 2: Craftsmanship—The Art of Medio Tiempo

The Siglo IV’s soul lies in its medio tiempo leaves—tobacco’s equivalent of a standing ovation. Harvested from the sun-kissed crowns of Vuelta Abajo plants, these leaves undergo Cohiba’s infamous triple fermentation:

1. First Fermentation: 30 days in cedar pilones, sweating out bitterness.
2. Second Fermentation: 60 days to unlock caramel and nutmeg notes.
3. Third Fermentation: 90 days of Cohiba-exclusive refinement.

Aged for three years, the result is a cigar that’s smoother than a Havana saxophonist’s high note.

“Most cigars are rushed,” says [Insert torcedor name], a master roller with 40 years’ experience. “The Siglo IV? It’s a symphony. Every leaf, a note. Every draw, a movement.”

Chapter 3: Flavor Profile—A Symphony in Three Acts

First Third: The overture—cedar and cream, like a Havana morning drenched in golden light. A whisper of toasted almond teases the depth to come.

Second Third: The crescendo. Caramelized pecans and Cuban coffee storm in, bold as a rumba beat. The draw? Silky, relentless—a velvet rope to flavor nirvana.

Final Third: The finale. Cinnamon spice erupts, tempered by a honeyed sweetness that lingers like a lover’s last kiss. The finish? Clean, with a white pepper kick that demands an encore.

Chapter 4: Cultural Context—Smoke as Heritage

I shared a Siglo IV with a jazz musician in Havana’s Miramar district. “This,” he said, ash defying gravity, “is how Cuba negotiates. No words. Just smoke.” In a city where every corner tells a story, the Siglo IV is a bestselling novel.

For more on Cohiba’s revolutionary roots, visit our Cohiba Legacy Hub.

Chapter 5: Comparisons—Siglo IV vs. The Giants

• Siglo III: The corona gorda little brother. Lighter, shorter. A prelude to the IV’s opus.
• Siglo VI: The Churchill. Bolder, longer. For when time is a luxury.
• Partagás Serie P No. 2: The piramide powerhouse. Spicier, less refined. A sledgehammer to the IV’s scalpel.

Chapter 6: The Price of Majesty—Worth the Crown?

The Siglo IV isn’t for the frugal. But let’s be real: you’re not buying a cigar. You’re investing in:

• Rarity: Limited to 20,000 boxes annually.
• Craft: 250+ hands per cigar.
• Legacy: A taste of what fueled Castro’s late-night speeches.

“Overpriced?” laughed a Parisian collector. “Only if you think the Mona Lisa should’ve been a sketch.”

Chapter 7: Pairing Perfection—Elevate the Ritual

• Morning: Pair with a café con leche to amplify the cream notes.
• Evening: Complement with a 15-year-old single malt Scotch—preferably one with a peat punch.
• Late Night: Contrast with a square of sea salt dark chocolate. Trust me—it’s a revelation.

Conclusion: The Verdict

The Cohiba Siglo IV is a masterclass in balance—a cigar that commands respect without demanding it. It’s the smoke you light when you want to remember why you fell in love with cigars.

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