Intemperance BA XXI Avarice

The Intemperance BA XXI Avarice opens with a dense medium-to-full-bodied profile, delivering immediate notes of dark chocolate, espresso, and earthy leather, accented by a subtle molasses sweetness that adds depth. Early retrohales bring a lively black pepper spice layered with hints of roasted almond, dried fig, and a faint touch of smoked paprika, creating a complex and engaging introduction. As the cigar progresses into the second third, richer flavors of charred oak, cocoa powder, and caramelized sugar emerge, with the pepper softening into a more integrated background presence. In the final third, the profile crescendos with concentrated espresso crema, bittersweet chocolate, and a trace of anise, leaving a long, warm finish that balances strength and sweetness.

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Construction is excellent, featuring a dark, oily Brazilian Arapiraca wrapper seamlessly applied over an Indonesian binder and Nicaraguan filler blend. The robusto format is firmly packed yet offers a smooth, effortless draw, producing dense, aromatic smoke in generous volumes. The burn line remains sharp and consistent throughout, while the ash forms tight, marbled gray stacks that hold well between taps, reflecting skilled craftsmanship.

A perfect whisky pairing for this cigar is the GlenDronach 15 Year Revival, whose sherried richness, dried fruit depth, and warm spice complement the Avarice’s cocoa, espresso, and molasses-driven core while enhancing its subtle earthy undertones.

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This cigar offers solid aging potential of 5–7 years, during which its spice will mellow, its sweetness will round out, and its darker flavors will integrate into a more harmonious profile.

The Intemperance BA XXI Avarice is a bold yet balanced smoke, delivering an evolving flavor journey that rewards those who appreciate strength supported by nuanced complexity.