“Cigar makers have different names to specify the length, diameter and shape of their cigars. These ‘modules’ also give you an idea of how long the cigar takes to smoke, as well as the strength of the cigar”, explains Terry Pomerantz.
Terry then adds: “For example, a Panatela module describes a thin and long cigar (140 to 175 mm) with a 14.5 mm diameter and takes between 15 and 20 minutes to smoke. The Corona is shorter (150 mm), fatter (15,5 mm diameter) and lasts up to 60 minutes. With a 170 to 185 mm length and a 19 mm diameter, the Churchill will yield an intense flavour and will last around 90 minutes.”
What is a Robusto cigar?
Originally, the Corona cigar was the most popular cigar size. With time, the Robusto took its place. A Robusto is 20 mm in diameter and 120 mm long. The Robusto cigar lasts around fifty minutes and yields a generous amount of smoke and a wide array of flavours.
What are the best Robusto cigars sold in Canada?
Among the best Robusto cigars, Terry Pomerantz has a soft spot for:

- The Cohiba Robusto has a high-quality assembly that creates the perfect balance between strength and complex flavours of cedar, aged wood and cocoa.
- The Romeo y Julietta Linea de Oro Hidalgos gives off undertones of roasted coffee. This Robusto blends tobacco leaves that were carefully selected from the Vuelta Abajo region.
- The Montecristo Robusto is a high-end cigar, rolled by hand at the Tabacalera de García workshop in Romana, in the Dominican Republic. The wrapper is made from a Connecticut tobacco leaf. It yields very smooth roasted almond and coconut flavours.


- The Gurkha Pure Evil Robusto. This Robusto has a Nicaraguan tobacco filler, an equatorial wrapper and Mexican tobacco binder. The Gurkha Robusto is a strong-flavoured cigar with intense black chocolate and spice undertones.
- Very elegant and with a smooth wrapper, the Hoyo de Monterrey is a Small Robusto module with complex pepper, wood, hay and leather flavours.
- Davidoff Robusto Dominican cigars will seduce any cigar aficionado with rich oak and leather undertones.

- Established in the city of Esteli in Nicaragua, the Fabrica de Tabacos company of Nicaragua hand rolls Flor de Nicaragua cigars. The Robusto module yields spice, herb and wood undertones.
- The Ernesto Perez-Carrillo Robusto combines Nicaraguan and Dominican tobaccos, wrapped in a Connecticut tobacco wrapper.
How much do Robusto cigars cost in Canada?
Depending on current sales taxes in the Canadian province where you are purchasing your Robusto, you can expect to pay around:
- $ 100 for a Cohiba
- $ 95 for a Romeo y Julieta Linea de Oro Hidalgos
- $ 45 for a Hoyo de Monterrey Small Robusto
- $ 45 for a Davidoff
- $ 425 for a box of 25 Montecristo Robusto cigars
- $ 315 for a box of 25 Gurkha Pure Evil Robusto cigars
- $ 285 for a box of 20 Ernesto Perez-Carrillo New Wave Reserva cigars
- $ 120 for a box of 20 Flor de Nicaragua Robusto cigars.
What Terry thinks of Robusto cigars
“Robusto cigars are the ideal size when you want to experiment with stronger flavours. The type of tobacco used for the filler and the size of the cigar also slightly increase the intensity of the flavour.” Terry Pomerantz adds: “I still believe that the best cigars in the world are Cuban cigars like the Cohiba, followed very closely by Dominican cigars like Montecristo, Davidoff and Gurkha cigars. I you want to take full advantage of all that a Robusto has to offer, treat yourself to a cigar made by one of these brands. Yes, Cuban cigars can be very pricey. However, Dominican and Nicaraguan cigars are much more affordable.”
A cigar enthusiast, Terry Pomerantz shares his expert advice on the different brands, types of cigars, and essential accessories to have. Immerse yourself in his recommendations to magnify your experience with each cigar, which you can enjoy in good company, an invitation to take the time to live each moment to the full.