Abstract: In order to study the sensory characteristic changes of cherry-red tobacco during the aging process, using Zhusha2 as the object, the sensory characteristic changes of cherry-red tobacco during 0-24 months of aging were analyzed through sensory evaluation and chemical analysis. The results showed that: 1) during the aging period of 18 months, the "glutinous and sweet aroma index" of cherry-red tobacco gradually increased, and the glutinous and sweet aroma style gradually manifested. The glutinous and sweet aroma style remained relatively stable between 6 to 18 months. 2) The aroma characteristics of the upper leaves of cherry-red tobacco reach their best around 12 months of aging, while the middle leaves reach their best around 18 months of aging. During the aging process, the smoke characteristics of cherry-red tobacco continued to improve, and the smoothness and softness of the smoke gradually increased. 3) The taste characteristics of cherry-red tobacco remained relatively stable within 12 months of aging, gradually improved after 12 months, with reduced irritation and dryness, and a better aftertaste. 4) After about 12-18 months of aging, the total amount of aroma components in cherry-red tobacco reached its maximum. The increase of reducing sugar, total aroma components, and nornicotine content is beneficial for improving the sensory quality of cherry-red tobacco. Based on the analysis of style characteristics, quality characteristics and aroma components, the suitable aging period for cherry-red tobacco should be around 12-18 months.