My first CC, The Cohiba Siglo I

[hakamo0o]

Hello FOH,

This is my first review ever, and also it’s my first Cuban. I choose the Cohiba Siglo I to be my first CC for two reasons:

1. The Cohiba name is repeated a lot on TV (Series like Simpsons etc…), and I have learned that it is one of the best brands Cube has.

2. The Siglo I size is very convenient, so “if” I didn’t like it; I would just leave it aside to die with no big loss ($$ wise).

As you can see that I did cut of a little bit more that I was supposed to, so the draw became a little lose but not so bad

Date of production:

sorry but I wasn’t able to get it, but it was the last stick in a SLB of 25 and it spent a month in my humidor; so it seems to be old enough

Accompanying drink:

Ahmed Tea: English tea No. 1

Construction and wrapper:

Firm construction and bounces back if pinched at the foot. Medium colored wrapper with oily shine (as you see) and no visible defects.

Aroma at cold and draw:

Had a sweet raw-licorice like aroma and the smell of really good tobacco. The initial draw had the same taste as the aroma but also left that sweet licorice taste on my lips; a bit salty but enjoyable

Opening:

As I started to roast it slowly it emitted that good smell that you get at the first 2 mm of every cigar; nothing special.

1st third:

the first third was amazing; the taste was round, smooth and creamy. The smoke was thick although it is a small gauge cigar. It tasted like fine tobacco mixed with Swiss-chocolate flakes. That aroma I always smell at the beginning of cigars but never tasted it; this Siglo tasted exactly like it.

2nd third:

as I started to enter the second phase, it started to get bolder. The chocolate/tobacco taste got stronger and tended to taste like Swiss dark chocolate (Lindit 65%). Half way it started to burn unevenly but I corrected it twice. The combination between the tea and its taste was delightful; it was like every sip is an extension to the cigar’s draw with a sweet finish.

3rd third:

entering the last phase the same taste continued but with one other addition; a spicy menthol like feeling started to evolve on my tongue which was really enjoyable. The finish was very good with no bitterness but with a very pleasant aftertaste. As everybody else I also burned my finger refusing to put this cigar down, it is really hard to say goodbye to it.

Final judgment: (must try)

A very good starter for newbies as it is medium bodied and small; just enough to make you want MORE. I still taste it every time I see these pictures

[hoyopr]

That is one great review and your photos are very nice. The Siglo 1 was the first Cuban that really set me on the path.

Thanks for taking the time and photos.

[CanuckSARTech]

Nice review and great pics - I like how you got the smoke in there in your second last shot. Well done.

[tugboat]

Well done!

Thanks

[#2 man]

Great review and fantastic pictures !!!

[investandprosper]

Great review, love the pictures. I've been debating picking up a box of these. I just might have to

[hddeucebrad01]

Good review. Try the Siglo II also.

[hakamo0o]

Thanks to all, you are encouraging me to write a review for every Cigar I try

Nice review and great pics - I like how you got the smoke in there in your second last shot. Well done.

To be honest; that was pure luck

see you next review.

[Squali]

Had my First Siglo l last week . One of the best cubans I've had so far . I really enjoyed it . I've also had a few Siglo ll's . For me personally , the Siglo l was a better fit . Can't wait for more to arrive !

[cigcars]

Thank you for the excellent review. Very thorough, very detailed...Jackohalloran - if you're watchin', be sure and read this, you will be helped in your cigar flavor search!

[rdb6]

Impressive review with wonderful pictures. My first Siglo I, smoked in Jamaica 12 years ago, was the cigar that made me realize that CC's are the only way to go. A great cigar.

[SeanL]

The Siglo I was also my first exposure to the Cohiba marca. The flavour profile isn't necessarily something I would want to experience every time I have a cigar (the variety within the cigar world is a plus!), but it is definitely worth revisiting from time to time as the budget allows. A local store has some Siglo I from 2006 and I managed to obtain some. I am rather looking forward to enjoying them when the mood strikes.

[android]

Luv these little babies in the a.m. with coffee.

[SeanL]

I've never really been keen to pair cigars with anything but water, but I can see the Siglo I going well with coffee. Gotta keep that in mind once spring rolls around and give it a try.

[fred170]

Hey...She had a little life left in her...Keep Puffinn away....

[docbp87]

Siglo I will be my first Cohiba. Looking forward to it. That's a hairy looking wrapper

[thechenman]

Love these little babies for a nice wintertime smoke around the fire pit.

[edjohnb]

Great review. Awesome Pics!

Just want to light up this afternoon.....

[Xikar]

Excellent homework

[Whodat]

I know it's belated, but thanks for a good review.

[stargazer14]

Nice review.

"it spent a month in my humidor; so it seems to be old enough"

I'm surprised Jimmy doesnt that in 80pt type in his sig! : )