Cuaba

Every Cuaba is made in the distinctive shape known as Double Figurado, (except for the 2008 Piramides Edicion Limitada). The Double Figurado was the style that at the end of the 19th Century was all the rage for Habanos. A century later, in 1996, this rich tradition was revived at the Romeo y Julieta factory where Cuabas are made. Double Figurados are at the pinnacle of the cigar maker's art and for this alone they merit a place in every cigar enthusiast's collection. Cuaba, like Cohiba, is a Taino Indian word dating back to the time of Columbus. It was the word for a highly combustible bush, with which the Indians used to light their 'cohibas'. All sizes contain a blend of leaves from the Vuelta Abajo region and are 'totalmente a mano, tripa larga', totally hand made, long filler.Read more