Cohiba Wide Short Review
The Cohiba Wide Short proves that great Cuban flavor doesn't require a long commitment — this compact 4-inch cigarillo delivers the hallmark Cohiba experience in a format perfectly suited to the modern smoker's schedule.
Big Cohiba Soul in a Pocket-Sized Package
Scored across 5 dimensions from a full hands-on burn.
The Cohiba Wide Short's greatest strength is its ability to deliver an unmistakably authentic Cuban smoking experience — creamy, complex, and impeccably constructed — in a format that fits a 25-minute window. The draw is effortless, the burn is even, and the flavor progression from cedar-cream to cocoa-spice is genuinely impressive for a cigarillo.
The one concession the format demands is depth: while the flavor journey is satisfying, it is necessarily abbreviated compared to a full-sized Cohiba, and aficionados seeking a long, meditative smoke will want to look elsewhere in the Cohiba portfolio.
For the enthusiast who refuses to sacrifice quality for convenience, the Cohiba Wide Short is the definitive answer — a box of 60 ensures you're never without a premium Cuban option, whether it's a morning espresso break or a quick post-dinner ritual.
How it smokes, third by third
Expect a creamy, cedar-forward profile with mid-smoke spice and a cocoa-tinged sweet finish — classic Cohiba character compressed into 30 minutes.
The first third opens with smooth cedar and a gentle creaminess that is immediately recognizable as Cohiba's signature character. A subtle earthiness underpins the draw, setting a refined, composed tone from the first puff.
The mid-section introduces a mild but noticeable spice that adds dimension without overwhelming the palate. Hints of cocoa begin to emerge alongside the cedar, rewarding attentive smokers with layered Cuban complexity.
The final third rounds off with a lingering sweetness and a clean, satisfying finish that belies the cigar's compact size. The strength remains medium throughout, never spiking, and the smoke ends as gracefully as it began.
How the Cohiba Wide Short stacks up
Stacked against other compact Cubans, the Wide Short punches above its weight on construction and flavor complexity, justifying its premium Cohiba positioning.
| Cigar | Size | Strength | Per stick | Flavor profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cohiba Wide ShortThis review | 102mm × 32 | Medium | $260 | cedar, cream, earth, subtle spice, cocoa |
Cohiba Short | 4 × 26 | Medium | ~$220/box | Slimmer ring gauge delivers a tighter, more concentrated draw; the Wide Short offers a fuller, more open smoke. |
Romeo y Julieta Mini | 4 × 30 | Mild-Medium | ~$120/box | More accessible price point and slightly milder profile; lacks the complexity and prestige of the Cohiba blend. |
Montecristo Petit Edmundo | 4.5 × 52 | Medium-Full | ~$300/box | Larger ring gauge and longer length provide more smoke time and body; a step up in strength for those wanting more. |
What to drink with it
Its medium strength and creamy profile make the Wide Short a versatile companion — pair it with espresso, a light rum, or a mild single-malt for best results.
The bittersweet intensity of a cortado mirrors the cigar's cedar-cream notes and amplifies the cocoa finish beautifully.
A 5–8 year aged rum echoes the sweetness of the final third while complementing the earthy Cuban tobacco character.
A Speyside expression with honeyed, fruity notes provides a gentle contrast to the spice in the second third without overpowering the smoke.
Hand-reviewed and scored from a complete burn — not AI-generated, not sponsored.
