Chogüí (often written Chogui) is a boutique Dominican cigar brand owned by Victor Nicolás and made at the Manufactura Rivas factory in the Dominican Republic. After the brand stopped production in 2018, Cigar Aficionado reported in April 2022 that it had returned with the Dos77 Corojo, an all-Dominican blend with a sun-grown Dominican Corojo wrapper, made in one 5 1/2 x 50 robusto called the Rogusto Extra. halfwheel’s June 2022 review found it medium-plus in strength and medium-full to full in body, with earthy, peppery notes early that turn toward nuttiness, creaminess, wood and bread; its 2024 revisit tasted leather, soft woods, cereal and creaminess at a somewhat milder strength. Treat these as typical notes, since cigars vary. We are not recommending a specific Chogüí cigar here; check the Chogui Cigars category page for current availability.
Chogui Cigars
Chogui Cigars is a boutique Dominican brand created by Victor Nicolás and made at Manufactura Rivas, the factory halfwheel says was nicknamed the “Top Secret Nest.” Known for its Dos77 line, the brand’s current Dos77 Corojo pairs a sun-grown Dominican Corojo wrapper with Dominican filler that includes medio tiempo leaf.
Frequently asked questions about Chogui Cigars
Who makes Chogui cigars and where are they made?
Chogüí (often written Chogui) is a boutique Dominican brand owned by Victor Nicolás. The cigars are made in the Dominican Republic at Manufactura Rivas, the factory of Francisco "Chico" Rivas. Nicolás stopped production in 2018, and Cigar Aficionado reported in April 2022 that the brand had returned, with Venture 1492 handling distribution at that time. halfwheel reported in June 2024 that Chogüí had since left Venture 1492 and gone back to Pospiech, Inc., its long-time US distributor.
How strong are Chogui cigars?
halfwheel's June 2022 review of the Dos77 Corojo Rogusto put its strength at medium-plus, reaching medium-full in some cigars, with a body of medium-full to full. Its June 2024 revisit found it milder, starting mild-medium and ending around medium to medium-plus. Strength can vary from cigar to cigar, so treat these as typical rather than guaranteed.
What is the Chogui Dos77 Corojo?
The Dos77 Corojo is the cigar the brand relaunched with in 2022, replacing the original Dos77 after Nicolás could not find its Dominican wrapper. Cigar Aficionado describes it as an all-Dominican blend with a sun-grown Dominican Corojo wrapper and a filler that includes medio tiempo tobacco from a Piloto Cubano varietal, using leaf from grower Leo Reyes. It came in one robusto size, the Rogusto Extra (5 1/2 x 50), in 20-count boxes. halfwheel found earthy, black-pepper notes early that moved toward nuttiness, creaminess and bread later, though notes vary by cigar.
Where can I buy Chogui cigars?
Oxford Cigar Company lists Chogui Cigars on its category page when in stock: https://oxfordcigarcompany.com/chogui-cigars/. Free US shipping on orders $50+.