Cohiba Behike 52 Cigar – Single

The Cohiba Behike 52 Cigar – Single incorporates the rare ‘Medio Tiempo’ tobacco leaf for the first time, sourced exclusively from the two top leaves of sun-grown Cuban plants. Its filler combines Volado, Seco, and Ligero leaves harvested from Cuba’s Vuelta Abajo region. This 133mm cigar features a 52-ring gauge and uses Ligero leaves aged for optimal flavor development.

Construction & Physical Specifications

Handcrafted with a focus on combustion consistency, the Cohiba Behike 52 Cigar – Single measures 5 1/4 inches (133mm) with a 52-ring gauge. The binder and wrapper utilize sun-grown Cuban tobacco leaves, selected for their oil content and combustion properties. Construction techniques ensure even burn characteristics and predictable smoke output.

Flavor Components

• Primary Notes: Leather, cedar wood, unsweetened cocoa
• Mid-Smoke Development: Vanilla bean, roasted almonds, dried apricot
• Final Third: Black pepper, mineral undertones, honeyed oak

Recognition & Usage Context

The Cohiba Behike 52 Cigar – Single received the 2010 Cigar of the Year award from Cigar Aficionado magazine. Production quantities remain undisclosed but are confirmed by Habanos S.A. to be strictly limited. Designed as a standalone format, it serves both as an introductory premium cigar experience and a collector’s item for aging potential analysis.