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The corona cigar
The traditional benchmark size: balanced, elegant and wrapper-forward.
Size at a glance
| Length | about 5.5 inches |
|---|---|
| Ring gauge | 42–44 (16.7–17.5 mm) |
| Smoke time | about 42–68 minutes |
| Shape | Parejo (straight sides) |
How it smokes
The traditional benchmark size: balanced, elegant and wrapper-forward. Thinner cigars have proportionally more wrapper, so the wrapper's character comes through more. It suits smokers who want flavour detail in under an hour.
Choosing one
Most cigar lines come in several sizes, and the same blend can taste noticeably different from one size to another. Start with a line you already like, and try it as a corona. Use the cigar matcher or our database to find a blend first.
Common questions
What size is a corona cigar?
Typically about 5.5 inches long with a 42–44 ring gauge (16.7–17.5 mm across).
How long does a corona take to smoke?
Roughly 42 to 68 minutes at a relaxed pace of about one puff a minute.
Who is a corona best for?
It suits smokers who want flavour detail in under an hour.
