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CubanAficionadosCohiba Behike BHK 54
The middle Behike and the one many call the sweet spot — Cohiba's rare Medio Tiempo Cuban blend in a generous, slow-burning format.
The short answer
The Cohiba Behike BHK 54 is a bold, full-bodied cigar — a Cuban grueso (laguito no. 5) with a Cuban (Medio Tiempo) wrapper. Expect cocoa, espresso, and cedar. Critics rate it 95/100.
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2013
95/100
Scores as published by each reviewer. Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings; we don't score cigars ourselves.
The verdict
The Cohiba Behike BHK 54 is a bold, full-bodied cigar from Cohiba's Behike line. It's a Cuban grueso (laguito no. 5) wrapped in Cuban (Medio Tiempo) at 5.7 in × 54.
On the palate, expect cocoa, espresso, and cedar, leaning sweet. Plan on roughly 70 minutes from light to nub.
It's well regarded: Cigar Aficionado rated it 95/100 in 2013. It pairs naturally with espresso, aged rum, and single malt. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
If the BHK 52 is the compact version, the Behike BHK 54 is the size a lot of smokers reach for first. The extra length and ring gauge give the rare medio tiempo blend more room to breathe, and the burn time stretches well past an hour. It's the middle of the three-cigar Behike line and, for many, the ideal balance.
What it tastes like
This is a full-bodied Havana through and through: cocoa, espresso, and leather, layered over cedar and earth, with a firm pepper spine. The signature honeyed sweetness from the medio tiempo leaf threads through it all and keeps it from ever feeling harsh. It evolves noticeably from first third to last.
Who it's for
Reserve this one for experienced palates and unhurried evenings. It rewards slow smoking, ideally with an espresso, an aged rum, or a smoky single malt. Curious how Cuba's bold style stacks up against Nicaragua? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan.
Because Behikes are heavily counterfeited, buy from a source you trust — and keep them at proper humidity, since a dried-out Behike is a waste. Track the ones worth repeating in your humidor with the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Cohiba Behike BHK 54 — frequently asked
- Is the Cohiba Behike BHK 54 a good cigar for beginners?
- Not as a first cigar. Full-bodied smokes are intense and high in nicotine — save it until you're comfortable with strength.
- How strong is the Cohiba Behike BHK 54?
- The Cohiba Behike BHK 54 is Full-bodied — bold and high in nicotine. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the Cohiba Behike BHK 54 taste like?
- Expect cocoa, espresso, and cedar, leaning sweet. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What is the Cohiba Behike BHK 54's rating?
- Published critic scores: Cigar Aficionado 95/100 (2013). Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings and doesn't score cigars itself.
- What pairs well with the Cohiba Behike BHK 54?
- It pairs well with espresso, aged rum, and single malt. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Cohiba Behike BHK 54?
- Plan on about 70 minutes for the grueso (laguito no. 5) — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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