COHIBA BEHIKE 54 (10)
COHIBA- Flavor: intense tobacco, woody, dry, with slightly bitter, earthy, and spicy tips, which is accompanied by light mineral touches with a creamy background.
- Strength: medium to medium-strong, due to the large stocks, which softens the strength in the first third.
- Coat: brown color that can range from natural to mature, with red tints, very fine, shiny, silky.
- Shot: excellent.
- Combustion: combustion is exceptional, as well as very even and homogeneous throughout the smoke.
- Aroma: intense tobacco, dry, woody, with vegetal, toasted and sweet notes, leaving memories of cedar, nuts, leather, vanilla, molasses and a light touch of coffee.
Storage Instructions
The Cohiba Behike 54 (10) is a top tier Cuban cigar that deserves careful storage to preserve its complex flavor and delicate wrapper. Store these cigars in a well maintained humidor set to 68% to 70% relative humidity and a temperature around 70°F (21°C). Use a calibrated hygrometer and a reliable humidification system to avoid wild swings in moisture. Keep the cigars away from direct sunlight and sources of heat or cold. Because the Behike line incorporates rare Medio Tiempo leaves the blends can be sensitive to excess moisture and to rapid humidity changes, so avoid over humidifying and give the humidor time to stabilize after adding humidification. If you must transport them use a quality travel humidor or a sealed container with a small humidification pack to maintain steady conditions for short periods.
Care Tips
Handle Cohiba Behike 54 (10) with clean dry hands and avoid excessive rolling or squeezing to protect the wrapper and cap. After purchase allow fresh imports to acclimate in your humidor for at least one to two weeks before smoking and aim for four to eight weeks for the flavors to fully integrate if you prefer a more settled profile. The 54 ring gauge rewards a gentle light and an even toast to bring out the subtle oils from the wrapper. Store these cigars separately from heavily flavored or infused cigars to prevent aroma transfer. For collectors the Behike profile can develop with age so consider aging select sticks from one to five years or longer to explore evolving complexity. Finally rotate cigars occasionally within the humidor to ensure even humidity exposure and check your hygrometer regularly to maintain consistent conditions.
Reviews and Ratings
The Cohiba Behike 54 has attracted steady attention from both critics and enthusiasts. Major publications that cover the Behike series, including Cigar Aficionado and Halfwheel, have praised the line for its refinement and complexity, and tasting notes commonly highlight creamy texture, cedar, subtle honey sweetness, and a restrained spice. While reviews that focus exclusively on the 54 vitola are fewer than those for the 52, commentary from experts and forum tastings consistently place the 54 alongside its sibling sizes for balance and depth. Retailer tastings and collector feedback also report high satisfaction and strong ratings, with many smokers noting a smooth draw and a long, elegant finish. As with many small batch luxury cigars, occasional box variability is mentioned, so purchasing from a trusted source or sampling first is recommended.
History and Heritage
Cohiba is one of the most recognizable names in premium cigars, known for careful blending and a strong reputation for quality. The Behike line was created as a luxury extension of the Cohiba range to showcase rare leaves and meticulous craftsmanship. A distinguishing feature of the Behike series is the use of Medio Tiempo leaf in the filler, a top-of-plant leaf that contributes to the line’s unique richness. Each Behike is hand rolled by experienced torcedores, using aged tobaccos to produce a refined and layered smoking experience. The Behike 54, presented here in a box of 10, leverages its broader ring gauge to emphasize creaminess and concentrated flavors, making it appealing to collectors and seasoned smokers looking for a plush, sophisticated smoke.
Tasting Notes
The Cohiba Behike 54 (10) offers a sumptuous, medium-to-full bodied experience that unfolds with remarkable balance and depth. Opening with a creamy, honeyed cedar sweetness and subtle floral top notes courtesy of the Behike’s prized Medio Tiempo leaf, it soon reveals rich layers of dark cocoa, espresso, and toasted almond. Midway the smoke grows more complex, leather and gentle black pepper spice intertwine with a smooth, nutty backbone and faint mineral earthiness. The finish is long and refined, leaving lingering notes of bittersweet chocolate, warm tobacco oak, and a whisper of spice on the palate.
Pairing Suggestions
Aged Caribbean rum (12–18 years): The deep caramel, vanilla and molasses tones in an añejo rum mirror the Behike 54’s cocoa and honeyed notes while its warmth lifts the cigar’s spicy finish. Espresso or Italian ristretto: A concentrated espresso sharpens the cigar’s chocolate and coffee facets and provides a clean, invigorating contrast to the Behike’s creamy richness. Aged tawny port or mature Cognac: These fortified wines/spirits bring dried fruit, toasted nuts and gentle oxidative sweetness that amplify the cigar’s nutty, leathery layers and prolong a velvety, elegant finale.
Processing & Delivery
Orders are processed within 1–3 business days. Delivery is guaranteed until the shipment reaches destination customs. Lost parcels confirmed by the courier may be reshipped once or refunded. Parcels seized by customs are non-refundable.
Damaged Items & Returns
Any issue must be reported within 7 days of delivery. Returned items must be unused and in original packaging. Return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility.
Cigars are handmade natural products. Variations in draw, appearance or flavor are normal and not grounds for return.
Refunds
Refunds may be requested within 15 days of delivery in cases of confirmed loss or damage. To ensure a smooth and secure return process, return shipping and handling costs apply. These costs will be deducted from the refund amount where applicable.
If you prefer your order to be reshipped instead of refunded, a standard reshipping and handling fee applies and will be requested prior to shipment.
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