Corrida – Cigars and Cigar Accessories

Corrida: A Colorful World

One band, several colors. That’s the concept behind Corrida. Each color represents the “respective country of origin” of the different lines. This interesting concept isn’t exclusive to the brand owned by Swiss importer Villiger; it’s a common practice in the industry – just think of Camacho. After being acquired by Oettinger/Davidoff, the look of the label got a major upgrade. A bold scorpion now gives it a trendy edge, and the countries of origin are marked by different colors.

The One With the Bull – Cigars by Corrida

Corrida, on the other hand, doesn’t go with a scorpion – but a “bull.” By the way, *corrida* is the Spanish word for “run,” but in connection with the emblem, it refers not to fleeing a raging bull but to the second meaning: “bullfight.” The motto “Anything but gentle” speaks to a confident identity rather than timid restraint.

Just to round things out: colloquially, *corrida* is also used in another, more vulgar context related to masculinity. It has absolutely nothing to do with the cigars, but if you’re eager to brush up on your Spanish… well, you know what to do.

And no – you don’t need to be a fan of bullfighting to enjoy a Corrida cigar. Other than the logo, the cigars have “nothing in common” with the sport, which is rather controversial in these parts.

Corrida Cigars: Four Lines, Four Countries

There are “four distinct lines” in total, giving Corrida a wide reach. That means the brand likely has something for nearly every aficionado. The Dominican line is on the milder side. With filler entirely from the Caribbean republic and an Indonesian binder, you get a smooth, well-balanced smoke. Not much stronger, but with a slightly bolder character, is the Brazilian Corrida. Its Arapiraca wrapper delivers that signature regional sweetness.

Fuller in strength and with a straight-up tobacco flavor, the Honduran line appeals to those who enjoy bold character. But that’s not the end of the line. The strongest cigars, of course, come from Nicaragua. Their intense profile is rich in chocolatey notes with hints of wood and earth.

The Agony of Choice

If you can’t decide, the sampler makes it easier: it includes one cigar from each line in the Toro format. And as we all know, there’s only one cure for option paralysis: “One of everything, please – and make it a generous helping!”