by Richard on Wednesday 01 October, 2025
The Inka Secret Blend Blue Petite Corona bundle of 25 offered an interesting smoke for me, especially as someone still at the early stages of getting to know different regions and blends. Being a Peruvian cigar, it stood out right away since most of my experiences so far have been Cuban or Nicaraguan. On the cold draw, there was a light earthiness and a hint of sweetness, almost like dried fruit. Once lit, the first third opened with smooth, mellow flavors—cedar, toast, and a touch of creaminess. It felt very approachable, which I appreciated.
As it developed, I started picking up more herbal notes mixed with nuts, and a little black pepper spice crept in to give it some character. The smoke was medium-bodied overall, not too light but not overpowering either. The construction was decent: the draw was consistent, though the burn line wavered here and there, requiring a minor touch-up. Midway through, there was a slightly bitter edge that came and went, but when it mellowed, the cigar returned to a balance of wood, earth, and soft sweetness.
It’s not the most complex cigar I’ve tried, but it offered enough shifts to keep me engaged. I’d call it a solid everyday option—affordable, flavorful enough, and a good way to experience Peruvian tobacco. Not a standout, but certainly enjoyable.
Rating: 7/10
by Richard on Wednesday 01 October, 2025
The Inka Secret Blend Blue Petite Corona Bundleof 10 offered an interesting smoke for me, especially as someone still at the early stages of getting to know different regions and blends. Being a Peruvian cigar, it stood out right away since most of my experiences so far have been Cuban or Nicaraguan. On the cold draw, there was a light earthiness and a hint of sweetness, almost like dried fruit. Once lit, the first third opened with smooth, mellow flavors—cedar, toast, and a touch of creaminess. It felt very approachable, which I appreciated.
As it developed, I started picking up more herbal notes mixed with nuts, and a little black pepper spice crept in to give it some character. The smoke was medium-bodied overall, not too light but not overpowering either. The construction was decent: the draw was consistent, though the burn line wavered here and there, requiring a minor touch-up. Midway through, there was a slightly bitter edge that came and went, but when it mellowed, the cigar returned to a balance of wood, earth, and soft sweetness.
It’s not the most complex cigar I’ve tried, but it offered enough shifts to keep me engaged. I’d call it a solid everyday option—affordable, flavorful enough, and a good way to experience Peruvian tobacco. Not a standout, but certainly enjoyable.
Rating: 7/10
by Richard on Wednesday 01 October, 2025
The Inka Secret Blend Blue petite corona was an interesting smoke for me, especially as someone still at the early stages of getting to know different regions and blends. Being a Peruvian cigar, it stood out right away since most of my experiences so far have been Cuban or Nicaraguan. On the cold draw, there was a light earthiness and a hint of sweetness, almost like dried fruit. Once lit, the first third opened with smooth, mellow flavors—cedar, toast, and a touch of creaminess. It felt very approachable, which I appreciated.
As it developed, I started picking up more herbal notes mixed with nuts, and a little black pepper spice crept in to give it some character. The smoke was medium-bodied overall, not too light but not overpowering either. The construction was decent: the draw was consistent, though the burn line wavered here and there, requiring a minor touch-up. Midway through, there was a slightly bitter edge that came and went, but when it mellowed, the cigar returned to a balance of wood, earth, and soft sweetness.
It’s not the most complex cigar I’ve tried, but it offered enough shifts to keep me engaged. I’d call it a solid everyday option—affordable, flavorful enough, and a good way to experience Peruvian tobacco. Not a standout, but certainly enjoyable.
Rating: 7/10
by Stuart on Wednesday 10 September, 2025
The Inka Secret Blend Blue Petit Corona really impressed me. It’s very mild, produces loads of smoke, and I even enjoyed it first thing in the morning with a coffee on an empty stomach with no ill effects at all. The flavour is smooth and balanced, lasting me around 45 minutes, which is great for its size. For the price, it’s excellent value and has quickly become one of my new favourites. Definitely one I’ll be buying again and again.
by pal on Wednesday 23 April, 2025
Really impressed by this one. It’s a bold little stick with earthy, woody notes and a nice peppery kick. The draw was smooth, and construction solid all the way through. Great value for something so unique—I’d happily pick this up again.