Admittedly, this one had me scratching me head a bit. Don’t get me wrong, I love Bahia. They’re easily one of the best bargain brands in the business and I always keep a bundle or two around the house. But as I stared down these delicious-looking morsels nestled beneath a plexiglass lid, I was shocked with the steps that Bahia was making. These things look awesome! But as we know in the cigar business, looks only get you so far…

Starting off, Bahia Vintage hits you with a wave of spice. Ok, I’ve been here before; nothing special. But after that first wave, the blend progresses into a deep, rich espresso base. Notes of cedar, spice and almonds complement that base and make for one of the finest blends I’ve had in a long time. Bahia Vintage isn't overly complex but delivers a ton of flavor and is prefect with a strong cup of coffee. Bahia’s next step up is well worth it.