Expert: James Yee - 12/3/2009

Question
QUESTION: Dear Mr.Yee,
 Have you had occasion to try the new Cohiba Gran Reserva yet? Can that $120 per stick price tag be justified? And do you foresee this cigar eventually being priced within a more affordable range for the rest of us regular folks out here? Thank you!

ANSWER: Hi Janet,

As fantastic as Cohiba cigars are, I still don't think that the Gran Reserva is worth $120.  The price is simply too high while other incredible Cohiba cigars are more affordable so the Gran Reserva is not worth buying.  In regards to a price drop for the Reserva, it's hard to say... the price may drop (or you may find a better price if you shop around) but I wouldn't expect the price drop to be extremely low.

Hopes this answers your question.  As always, if you have any more questions, please feel free to just ask and I will be happy to help.

Regards,
James

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QUESTION: If I may inquire, could you tell us which of the Cohibas in your opinion are "Incredible" as you mentioned? We all would appreciate the benefit of your recommendation. Thank you again. -Janet

Answer
Hi Janet,

The entire Cohiba Siglo line (Siglo I, II, III, etc.) is fantastic and less expensive than the Gran Reserva.  I'm quite fond of the Siglo III and IV cigars myself.  They're reasonably priced plus the cigars are a good size for the money.  Though some of the Siglo Cohiba cigars can be  expensive (ie: Siglo VI), the line does have smaller and more affordable cigars that are worth trying.

The Cohiba robusto and Churchill (Esplendido) have always been excellent cigars but are more expensive due to their size and popularity.  If you wish to splurge on a Cohiba (but not pay $120 for a Gran Reserva), try either the Robusto, Churchill or Siglo VI.

Hopes this helps!  As always, if you have any more questions, please feel free to just ask and I will be ahappy to help.

Rgards,
James