About the Punch Petit Coronas Del Punch
Punch is one of the oldest and most storied marcas in the Habanos portfolio, founded in 1840 and long admired for its honest, woody character and dependable construction. The Petit Coronas Del Punch belongs to the brand’s eponymous “del Punch” family, a compact Mareva that distills the marca’s signature bittersweet personality into a format you can enjoy without setting aside a whole evening. It is a handmade Cuban cigar built for smokers who want the Punch profile in a shorter, more approachable size.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third is smooth and inviting, leading with creamy texture and gentle notes of cedar and toasted nuts. Through the middle the smoke deepens, revealing earthy tones layered with cocoa and a soft woody sweetness that defines the house style. By the final third a measured spice begins to build, adding pepper and warmth that lift the medium body without ever turning harsh, finishing in the classic bittersweet Punch register.
Pairings
- An aged Cuban rum, whose caramel and oak echo the cigar’s woody sweetness
- A black espresso or strong cup of coffee that mirrors the creamy, nutty core
- A lightly peated single malt whisky to meet the spice that arrives late in the smoke
Aging and storage
Like most Cuban cigars, the Petit Coronas Del Punch rewards patience in the humidor. Keep your sticks at roughly 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and a steady temperature near 18 degrees Celsius so the wrapper stays supple and the burn even. A few months to a couple of years of rest tends to round out the spice and marry the earthy and creamy notes into something more harmonious, though this medium cigar smokes beautifully fresh as well.
Who it is for
This is an ideal choice for anyone who appreciates the Punch character but does not always have an hour to spare. Its medium strength and smooth, forgiving nature make it a friendly introduction for smokers stepping up into Cuban tobacco, while seasoned aficionados will value it as a reliable daytime or after-lunch companion. If you enjoy woody, nutty, lightly sweet profiles with a touch of late spice, it belongs in your rotation.
Frequently asked questions
How strong is the Punch Petit Coronas Del Punch?
It is a medium-bodied cigar. The smoke stays smooth and creamy through the early portions, with the spice and pepper building gradually toward the final third, so it remains very manageable for most palates.
What size is this cigar?
It is a Petit Corona (Mareva vitola) measuring 5.1 inches, or 129 mm, with a 42 ring gauge. It is offered in boxes of 25 and packs of 5.
What does it taste like?
Expect creamy, woody and nutty flavors up front, earthy and cocoa notes through the middle, and a gentle peppery spice in the finish, all in the bittersweet style that Punch is known for.
Explore more
Browse all Punch cigars, or try the Punch Punch and Punch Double Corona. 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.
