EGM Media Coronas

The EGM Media Coronas is the ideal cigar if you want to experience genuine premium enjoyment in a short space of time – elegant, hand-rolled and with astonishing depth of flavour despite its compact size. EGM describes the origins of this vitola as a tribute to an English gentleman’s quest for the ‘perfect smoke’ on his carriage rides to the theatre: short, stylish and yet fully satisfying. It continues to deliver precisely this experience to this day – a sophisticated smoke for in between, without compromising on quality or character.

Half Corona: small in size, big on enjoyment

At 90 mm in length and a ring gauge of 44, the Media Coronas hits the sweet spot for an enjoyable break. The Half-Corona format is known for reaching ‘temperature’ quickly and revealing its flavours early on – perfect for a morning coffee, a short afternoon break or as an elegant finish after a meal. Despite its compact size, it does not feel ‘fleeting’, but rather pleasantly dense and well-balanced.

Dominican craftsmanship from the Cibao Valley

The Media Coronas are crafted entirely by hand (Totalmente a Mano) in the Dominican Republic. According to the manufacturer, the blend uses selected, aged long-filler tobaccos from the renowned Cibao Valley – a region prized for its aromatic clarity and excellent fermentation. The flavour profile is described as ‘medium to full’: noticeably present, but not harsh – rather, round, smooth and very approachable.

Stylish presentation – perfect for the humidor and everyday use

EGM supplies the Media Coronas in a classic, unvarnished wooden box of 20 – simple, high-quality and ideal for storage. This makes it suitable both as a reliable ‘daily premium’ cigar for the humidor and as a small treat for guests who wish to enjoy a shorter but serious cigar. Anyone looking for boutique quality in a practical format will find a real favourite here.

Tasting Report

Cigar appearance: Silky, slightly oily, compact
Cigar interior: Neatly rolled, good draw
Smoke: Creamy , slightly sweet, medium smoke volume
Flavour: Opens with cedarwood and subtle roasted notes, accompanied by nutty undertones and a hint of cocoa. As it develops, subtle spicy nuances, a pleasant tobacco sweetness and a light, elegant earthiness emerge – dense, harmonious and with a long finish for this size.
Burn: Generally straightforward and steady; even puffing is rewarded with a consistent burn and clean ash.