About the Quintero Coronas
The Quintero Coronas captures everything that made the brand a fixture in Cuban tobacco. Founded by Agustin Quintero in the city of Cienfuegos, the marca built its reputation on approachable, well-made smokes rather than luxury pretension. This classic corona, measuring 5.6 inches with a 42 ring gauge, carries that heritage forward in a format prized for its balanced ratio of wrapper to filler. It is a cigar made to be smoked, not merely admired, and that practical spirit runs through every leaf.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third settles in quickly with a clean cedar backbone, lifted by light spice and a whisper of roasted nuts. Through the middle, the smoke turns creamy and rounded, the woody core gaining a touch of warmth without ever pushing into heavy territory. As you reach the final stretch, the flavors knit together into a fuller, earthier finish, the cedar still present but joined by a deeper richness that rewards an unhurried pace.
Pairings
- A cup of black Cuban coffee, whose roasted bitterness mirrors the nutty notes in the smoke.
- An aged white rum served neat, letting the cane sweetness soften the cedar edge.
- A glass of dry amontillado sherry for an afternoon smoke that stays light and nuanced.
Aging and storage
Keep these coronas in a seasoned humidor held steady around 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and roughly 18 degrees Celsius. While the Quintero is built to be enjoyed young, a few months of patient rest tends to marry the cedar and spice into something smoother and more cohesive. Rotate the box occasionally so every cigar humidifies evenly, and avoid wide temperature swings that can dull the blend.
Who it is for
This is the cigar for the smoker who wants genuine Cuban flavor without ceremony or a steep outlay. Newcomers will appreciate the gentle, forgiving strength, while seasoned aficionados often keep a box on hand precisely because it asks nothing and delivers reliably. If you are after a dependable morning or midday smoke that performs above its station, the Coronas fits the role beautifully.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Quintero Coronas a strong cigar?
No, it sits comfortably in the medium range, making it accessible for newer smokers while still satisfying experienced palates with its cedar and nut character.
What size is the Quintero Coronas?
It is a traditional Cuban corona, measuring 5.6 inches in length with a 42 ring gauge, a classic format that smokes for roughly 45 minutes to an hour.
Does the Quintero Coronas need aging before smoking?
Not necessarily. It is designed to be enjoyed fresh, though a few months of rest in a stable humidor can help the flavors integrate and smooth out.
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.
