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robinsont62
Sep 2026
★★★☆☆
Burned inefficiently, but good flavor and velvety smoke. Would smoke it again.
From the catalog · Nicaragua
Java Red
Medium strengthShort Panatela · 4.5" × 38Corojo wrapper · Nicaragua$10-$15
Java presents Java Red as a medium line from Nicaragua. The line spans 8 sizes from 4.5 to 6 inches with ring gauges between 38 and 58. Format options include Toro, Petit Corona, Short Panatela, Robusto, Corona, and Gordo. Corojo leaf is generally associated with fuller wrapper-driven body. Medium strength keeps things versatile across most sessions. Nicaraguan cigars often feature assertive filler blends and varied wrapper options.
At a glance
Spec sheet
Brand
Java
Line
Red
Wrapper
Corojo
Origin
Nicaragua
Strength
Medium
Price range
$10-$15
Vitolas
8
The wrapper
Corojo
- Candela
- Claro
- Colorado Claro
- Colorado
- Colorado Maduro
- Maduro
- Oscuro
A Corojo wrapper typically sits at Colorado Claro to Colorado on the scale. Shade varies with the harvest and the box, and it describes color, not strength. How wrapper shades work →
Vitolas
Every size, side by side
8 formats in the catalog.
Short Panatela4.5 × 38
Corona5 × 42
Petit Corona5 × 42
Gordo5 × 58
Toro5 × 58
Robusto5.5 × 50
Toro6 × 50
Toro6 × 52
| Shape | Length | Ring gauge |
|---|---|---|
| Short Panatela | 4.5" | 38 |
| Corona | 5" | 42 |
| Petit Corona | 5" | 42 |
| Gordo | 5" | 58 |
| Toro | 5" | 58 |
| Robusto | 5.5" | 50 |
| Toro | 6" | 50 |
| Toro | 6" | 52 |
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FAQ
Common questions
How strong is the Java Red?
The Java Red is logged in the catalog as a medium-strength Nicaragua cigar.
Where is the Java Red made?
The catalog lists the Java Red with an origin of Nicaragua.
What wrapper does the Java Red use?
The Java Red uses a Corojo wrapper.
What sizes does the Java Red come in?
The catalog records 8 vitolas spanning 4.5 to 6 inches and ring gauges 38 to 58 for the Java Red.
How much does the Java Red cost?
Typical retail for the Java Red falls in the $10-$15 range. Cigarista doesn't sell cigars, we track them.