These 3⅞" x 24 ring gauge shorties come in boxes of 100 for $223.11 - that's about $2.23 per stick. The Dominican-made machine-rolled cigar sports a Cameroon wrapper darker than your morning espresso, promising 10-15 minutes of quick satisfaction. Let's cut through the Cohiba hype and see what these minis really deliver.
The initial light hits with cedar planks and black pepper - surprisingly bold for a mini. Smoke production's decent though it burns faster than a WhatsApp message. Some uneven spots appear near the band.
Dominican piloto cubano filler shows up as roasted nuts and a bitter cocoa edge. That Cameroon sweetness turns papery halfway through. Had to relight once when ash dropped prematurely.
Mineral tang mixes with charred wood notes. Tight draw emerges in last inch - probably machine bunching issues. Nicotine kick stays mild despite the dark wrapper.
The Indonesian Jember binder feels slightly rough under fingertips. While marketed as premium, the machine production shows in: ① Occasional loose draws ② Uneven burn lines ③ Quick nicotine fade. Decent for airport purchases but not humidor-worthy.
Best suited for: ▫️Cohiba brand enthusiasts wanting affordable entry ▫️Office break smokers needing quick fix ▫️First-timers testing cigar tolerance. Not recommended for: ▫️Hand-roll purists ▫️Flavor chasers ▫️After-dinner relaxation.
