Before Cohiba and Montecristo, There Was La Corona (The Forgotten King)

Before Cohiba. Before Montecristo. Before Romeo y Julieta dominated every cigar bar menu on the planet — there was La Corona. "The Crown." One of the oldest and most prestigious cigar factories in all of Havana, producing some of the finest tobacco the world had ever seen for over a century. And then the Cuban Revolution changed everything. In this episode of The Forgotten Cigars, we go deep into the true story of the original La Corona — its 1800s origins, its golden age as the crown jewel of Cuban cigar production, how corporate consolidation cracked its foundation, how revolution and exile shattered its identity, and why the name that exists today is only a shadow of what La Corona once truly was. If you love cigar history, lost brands, and stories the industry doesn't talk about anymore — subscribe, because every week we uncover another forgotten legend. #CigarHistory #LaCorona #CubanCigars #ForgottenCigars #CigarLore #LuxuryCigars #CigarCollecting #VintageCigars #CigarCulture #CigarDocumentary Disclaimer: This video is for educational and historical purposes. Always check your local laws regarding tobacco products. This is affiliate link if you shop using my link I will get 5% commission. Shop Cigars Accessories here https://refinedtraditions.com/?ref=th...