Cohiba Macassar

Cohiba Macassar stands as one of the most extravagant and sophisticated releases in the portfolio of General Cigar Dominicana. Formulated under the guidance of Master Blender Daniel Nunez, this extraordinary line is named after the rare Indonesian Macassar ebony wood, famous for its deep, striking grain and luxury status. Hand-rolled in Santiago, Dominican Republic, this blend represents a bold departure from traditional aging methods, combining rare tobaccos from four distinct growing regions to deliver an unmatched level of refinement.

When you light up, the tasting notes present a warm, dark flavor profile driven by a proprietary Connecticut Habano wrapper leaf grown exclusively for this release. The smoke coats the palate with prominent layers of dark cocoa, rich espresso, leather, and a subtle cedar sweetness. Each leaf used in this blend undergoes an initial four-year aging process, finishing with a final year spent inside aromatic Dominican rum barrels. This extra barrel-aging period imparts a distinct aroma and smooth undertone that softens the edges of the blend while amplifying its natural complexity.

This blend is highly sought-after by connoisseurs because every single component, from the Connecticut Broadleaf binder to the rich Dominican and Nicaraguan filler tobaccos, reflects intense selection standards. A fun fact about this release is that the box design features genuine Macassar ebony wood accents, mirroring the exotic aesthetic of the cigar itself. To guarantee that those delicate rum-barrel aromas and natural leaf oils remain pristine, we ship every order directly from our Dominican aging room. Our factory-fresh approach and strict 70/70 climate control mean your cigars arrive in prime smoking condition, ready for your humidor.

More Blend Details

Origin: Dominican Republic

Factory: General Cigar Dominicana

Available Sizes: Double Corona (7 1/2 x 54), Gigante (6 x 60), Toro Grande (6 x 54) 

Packaging: Boxes of 10

Ratings: Cigar Aficionado awarded Cohiba Macassar with multiple 84+ point ratings.

Pairing & Recommendations

To bring out the sweet, woody, and barrel-aged nuances of this cigar, we recommend pairing it with a glass of dark Dominican rum served neat or a cask-strength single malt scotch. If you prefer non-alcoholic pairings, a dense ristretto or a dark roast drip coffee matches the cocoa and leather notes beautifully. This is a celebratory, slow-burning cigar best enjoyed in the evening when you have plenty of time to sit back and appreciate its flavor trajectory.

Given the substantial ring gauges and silky Connecticut Habano wrapper, clip the head carefully using a sharp double-guillotine cutter to secure an optimal draw without splitting the leaf. Toast the foot thoroughly with a soft butane torch flame, taking care not to scorch the wrapper. Draw slowly and steadily to allow the rum-barrel influence to open up, maintaining a cool burn that preserves the intricate balance of the ligero and seco leaves straight down to the nub.