Esteban Carreras Hawaiian Breeze Maui Black Petit Corona

Esteban Carreras Hawaiian Breeze Maui Black brings a real holiday feeling to the humidor: a pleasantly mild, hand-rolled cigar from Nicaragua, designed for relaxed enjoyment. The ‘Hawaiian Breeze’ range is designed to be a light, easy smoke – ideal with your morning coffee, for a sundowner on the terrace, or simply as an uncomplicated daily smoke. The ‘Maui Black’ variant represents the slightly darker, more aromatic option within the range – smooth, well-rounded and with a subtle, pleasant flavouring (also marketed as ‘flavoured’ depending on the batch or market).

A mild blend with an aromatic twist

A hallmark of Hawaiian Breeze is its soft base structure: a Connecticut wrapper (listed as USA Connecticut Shade) envelops a Dominican binder, whilst the filler combines Dominican and Nicaraguan tobaccos. This blend delivers a creamy texture and mild strength, against which the subtle flavouring comes across particularly harmoniously. The result is not a ‘perfumed’ smoke, but a pleasantly sweet, relaxed character that beginners will also find very enjoyable.

Two sizes: Petit Corona & Corona

With the Petit Corona and Corona, you have two perfect ‘everyday sizes’ to choose from: the Petit Corona (HB 544) is compact and delivers plenty of creamy enjoyment in a short space of time – ideal for a quick break. The Corona (HB 6×45 / 645) smokes more gently and for slightly longer, often feels even smoother on the draw and allows the flavours to unfold more fully. Both sizes are designed to be straightforward: a pleasant draw, creamy smoke and a relaxed, even burn.

Tasting Tips & Pairings

The Maui Black pairs perfectly with cappuccino, latte or mild rum – anything that brings out its creamy, sweet side. If you prefer non-alcoholic options, try black tea or cola-flavoured drinks. Tip: smoke slowly – this keeps the smoke cooler and allows the delicate, sweet nuances to come through most clearly.

Tasting Report

Cigar exterior: Light brown , smooth, subtly glossy
Cigar interior: Neatly rolled, firm
Smoke: Creamy , slightly sweet, medium smoke volume
Flavour: Cream , mild spice, soft tobacco, subtle sweet aromas
Burn: Generally even, uncomplicated