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What Is a Corona Cigar?
The Corona is the blender's litmus test. At 4 to 5.5 inches with ring gauges spanning 38 to 44, this format sits in the sweet spot where wrapper leaf makes up a higher proportion of the blend than in a Robusto or Toro. A 44-ring Corona has roughly 20% less filler tobacco than a 50-ring Robusto of similar length, meaning the wrapper and binder assert themselves more forcefully on the palate. The narrower gauge also creates a tighter draw, concentrating smoke and intensifying flavor delivery per puff. Length matters too: a 5.5 x 44 Corona burns cooler and longer than a 4 x 38 Petit Corona, allowing the blend to evolve through distinct phases. The 4.5 x 42 size splits the difference, offering a slightly more open draw while retaining the format's characteristic intensity. Compared to a Robusto, the Corona delivers sharper transitions and more pronounced wrapper character, though it demands a slower cadence to avoid overheating.
This format rewards the deliberate smoker who wants a focused, 30-to-50-minute experience without committing to a Churchill. If you tend to puff quickly, a Corona will turn harsh; if you sip slowly, it rewards you with clarity and nuance. The 601 Green Label Corona showcases how the 5.5 x 44 size lets a full-bodied blend breathe without losing its edge, while the Acid Blondie at 4 x 38 delivers a concentrated, quick-hitting infusion experience ideal for a short break. Reach for a Corona when you want the blend's full voice, not a diluted version.
Corona Cigars in AshMap (60)
- 601 Green Label Corona — 5.5 x 44
- Acid Atom Maduro — 4.5 x 38
- Acid Blondie — 4 x 38
- Acid Nasty — 4.5 x 42
- Acid Toast — 4.5 x 42
- Acid 1400cc Atom Maduro — 4.0 x 42
- Acid Blondie Blondie Corona — 4.5 x 42
- Acid Blondie Blondie Petit Corona — 4.0 x 38
- Acid Blondie Blondie Robusto — 4.0 x 38
- Acid Kuba Kuba Atom Maduro — 5.0 x 54
- Acid Kuba Kuba Kuba Kuba — 5.0 x 54
- Acid Kuba Kuba Mini Kuba Kuba — 4.0 x 42
- Air Bender Corona — 5.5 x 42
- Air Bender Petit Corona — 4.5 x 42
- Aksum Corona — 5.5 x 42
- Aksum Petit Corona — 4.5 x 42
- Alec & Bradley Gatekeeper Corona — 5.5 x 46
- Alec & Bradley Gatekeeper Petit Corona — 4.5 x 44
- Alec Bradley American Sun Grown Corona — 5.5 x 42
- Alec Bradley American Sun Grown Petit Corona — 4.5 x 42
- Alec Bradley Black Market Esteli Black Market Esteli Corona — 5.5 x 44
- Alec Bradley Black Market Esteli Black Market Esteli Petit Coro — 4.5 x 46
- Alec Bradley Magic Toast Magic Toast Corona — 5.5 x 44
- Alec Bradley Magic Toast Magic Toast Petit Corona — 4.5 x 42
- Alec Bradley Maxx Maxx Nano — 4.0 x 38
- Alec Bradley Mundial Mundial Corona — 5.5 x 44
- Alec Bradley Mundial Mundial Petit Corona — 4.5 x 42
- Alec Bradley Prensado Prensado Corona Gorda — 5.625 x 46
- Alec Bradley Prensado Prensado Petit Corona — 4.5 x 46
- Alec Bradley Prensado Lost Art Prensado Corona Gorda — 5.625 x 46
- Alec Bradley Project 40 Corona — 5.5 x 40
- Alec Bradley Project 40 Petit Corona — 4.5 x 40
- Alec Bradley Tempus Tempus Corona — 5.5 x 46
- Alec Bradley Tempus Tempus Petit Corona — 4.5 x 42
- Allegiance Corona — 5.5 x 42
- Allegiance Petit Corona — 4.5 x 42
- Andalusian Bull Corona — 5.5 x 44
- Andalusian Bull Petit Corona — 4.5 x 50
- Antaño Gran Reserva Corona — 5.5 x 46
- Antaño Gran Reserva Petit Corona — 4.5 x 46
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Corona cigar?
A Corona is a traditional cigar format typically ranging from 4 to 5.5 inches in length with ring gauges between 38 and 44. Common sizes include 5.5 x 44, 4.5 x 38, 4 x 38, 4.5 x 42, and 4.0 x 42.
How long does a Corona cigar take to smoke?
At a normal cadence, a 4 x 38 Petit Corona takes about 25–35 minutes, a 4.5 x 42 takes 30–40 minutes, and a 5.5 x 44 Corona takes 40–55 minutes. The 4.5 x 38 falls in the 30–40 minute range.
What ring gauge is a Corona?
Corona ring gauges typically range from 38 to 44. The sizes found in this encyclopedia are 5.5 x 44, 4.5 x 38, 4 x 38, 4.5 x 42, and 4.0 x 42.
What are the best Corona cigars?
Notable examples include the 601 Green Label Corona (5.5 x 44) for a full-bodied, peppery experience, the Acid Blondie (4 x 38) for a concentrated infused smoke, and the Acid Kuba Kuba Atom Maduro for a sweeter, maduro-wrapped take on the format.
Is a Corona good for beginners?
Yes, particularly the smaller sizes like the 4 x 38 or 4.5 x 38. The shorter smoke time (25–35 minutes) makes it less intimidating, and the narrower ring gauge delivers concentrated flavor without the overwhelming smoke volume of a 50+ ring cigar. However, the tighter draw requires a slower cadence to avoid overheating.