About the Quintero Coronas Selectas
Quintero stands apart from most Habanos for a simple reason: it was not born in Havana. Founder Agustin Quintero established the marque in Cienfuegos, the elegant southern port known as the Pearl of the South, giving the brand a heritage rooted outside the capital. Today the Coronas Selectas carries that legacy forward as a classic Corona, built from Vuelta Abajo tobacco and rolled in the totalmente a mano tradition. It is positioned as an accessible gateway into genuine Cuban flavor, a cigar that delivers the unmistakable Habano signature at a price that invites daily enjoyment rather than special occasions.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third leans into rustic, earthy tobacco with a grassy edge that feels very much of the Cuban countryside. As the burn settles into the second third, soft cedar and a quiet coffee sweetness emerge, while medium body keeps everything balanced and approachable on the palate. Through the final third the smoke gains a touch of warm spice and a faintly nutty depth, never turning harsh, closing out the way a well-made everyday Habano should.
Pairings
- A cup of Cuban espresso or strong black coffee to mirror the earthy core.
- An aged amber rum, whose cane sweetness softens the rustic tobacco notes.
- A glass of demerara-style or lightly peated whisky for a relaxed evening smoke.
Aging and storage
Like most short-filler Habanos, the Coronas Selectas is built to be enjoyed reasonably fresh rather than cellared for decades, though a few months of rest helps the flavors marry and rounds off any youthful sharpness. Keep your cigars in a seasoned humidor held around 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and roughly 18 degrees Celsius. Steady conditions protect the wrapper and preserve the medium, balanced profile that makes this Corona so easy to reach for.
Who it is for
This is a cigar for the practical smoker who wants real Cuban character on a regular basis. Newcomers appreciate its medium strength and forgiving nature, while seasoned aficionados keep a box on hand for the morning coffee, the yard work break, or any moment that calls for an honest Habano rather than a showpiece. If you value authentic Vuelta Abajo flavor and sensible value over prestige and high cost, the Coronas Selectas belongs in your rotation.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Quintero Coronas Selectas a strong cigar?
No. Quintero is a medium-strength brand, and this Corona is balanced and approachable, which makes it a comfortable choice for daily smoking and a friendly option for those still building tolerance.
What size is the Coronas Selectas?
It is a traditional Corona format measuring 5.6 inches (about 142 mm) with a 42 ring gauge, a classic size that delivers an unhurried smoke of roughly 45 minutes to an hour.
Are Quintero cigars genuine Cuban Habanos?
Yes. Quintero is an official Habanos S.A. brand, hand-rolled in Cuba from Vuelta Abajo tobacco, offering authentic Cuban flavor at an accessible price.
Explore more
Browse all Quintero cigars, or try the Quintero Churchills and Quintero Brevas. 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.
Ryan Hall –
Top-tier quality from Cuban Cigar. The Coronas Selectas showcases everything I love about Cuban cigars – impeccable craftsmanship, smooth draw, and layers of flavor. Picked up notes of nuts and earth. Burned evenly throughout. A must-try for any serious aficionado!
Linda Davis –
Excellent corona from Cuban Cigar. The Coronas Selectas has a refined flavor profile – lots of honey and tobacco. Draw was perfect and it burned for about 67 minutes. Only minor complaint is it’s slightly strong for my taste, but overall a great smoke.
Arthur Knight –
Good cigar but expected a bit more for the price. The Cuban Cigar Coronas Selectas delivered on flavor (cocoa and pepper) and construction, but lacked the complexity I was hoping for. Solid smoke, just not outstanding. Still enjoyable.
David Williams –
Very pleased with this Coronas Selectas. Cuban Cigar quality shines through with cedar and spice flavors and solid construction. A touch expensive but worth it for special occasions. Good smoke!
Christopher Wilson –
Exceptional cigar from Cuban Cigar. The Coronas Selectas delivers on every level – flavor, construction, consistency. Beautiful notes of cocoa and pepper throughout the 64 minute smoke. This is why Cuban cigars are legendary!
Jonathan Baker –
Really enjoyed this Coronas Selectas. Cuban Cigar consistently delivers quality and this is no exception. Good complexity with notes of nuts and earth. Construction was solid and burn was even. A bit pricey but you get what you pay for with Cuban cigars. Recommended!
Keith Dixon –
Decent corona but not my favorite from Cuban Cigar. The Coronas Selectas has good flavor – cocoa and pepper – 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.
Jennifer Brown –
Very pleased with this Coronas Selectas. Cuban Cigar quality shines through with coffee and cream flavors and solid construction. A touch expensive but worth it for special occasions. Good smoke!
Kimberly Roberts –
Great cigar! Cuban Cigar Coronas Selectas offers excellent quality and flavor. Notes of honey and tobacco throughout, good burn, nice draw. Not quite perfect but very close. Will definitely order again!
Debra Warren –
This is hands down one of the best coronas I’ve smoked this year. The Cuban Cigar Coronas Selectas exceeded all expectations. Rich, creamy smoke with complex notes of cocoa and pepper. Construction is perfect, ash holds firm. Worth every penny!
Ralph Morrison –
Absolutely outstanding corona! The Cuban Cigar Coronas Selectas delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of coffee and cream. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
Roger Webb –
Five stars all the way! The Cuban Cigar Coronas Selectas is simply amazing. Smooth from start to finish with beautiful notes of leather and wood. This is my go-to cigar now. Outstanding quality and flavor complexity!
Edward Coleman –
Exceptional cigar from Cuban Cigar. The Coronas Selectas delivers on every level – flavor, construction, consistency. Beautiful notes of honey and tobacco throughout the 72 minute smoke. This is why Cuban cigars are legendary!
Christine Hayes –
Great smoke for the price. This Coronas Selectas offers excellent value for a premium Cuban Cigar cigar. Good flavor with notes of coffee and cream, even burn, and consistent quality. Perfect for a weekend smoke. Happy with this purchase!
Kimberly Roberts –
This is hands down one of the best coronas I’ve smoked this year. The Cuban Cigar Coronas Selectas exceeded all expectations. Rich, creamy smoke with complex notes of leather and wood. Construction is perfect, ash holds firm. Worth every penny!
Nancy Martin –
Great smoke for the price. This Coronas Selectas offers excellent value for a premium Cuban Cigar cigar. Good flavor with notes of cedar and spice, even burn, and consistent quality. Perfect for a weekend smoke. Happy with this purchase!
Melissa Evans –
Good cigar but expected a bit more for the price. The Cuban Cigar Coronas Selectas delivered on flavor (honey and tobacco) and construction, but lacked the complexity I was hoping for. Solid smoke, just not outstanding. Still enjoyable.