Baccarat

Baccarat

• Strength: 1 /  5
• Size: 6 x 52
• Origin: Honduras
• Price (local): $4.50
• Wrapper: Many, mostly Connecticut
• Flavor Text:

Always a safe bet

I’ve never had Lady Luck on my side when it comes to playing cards, but at least I know that in the cigar world I can count on a ‘W’ when I go for a few rounds of Baccarat. One of our best-selling Connecticut-wrapped offerings, Baccarat is an extraordinary experience for the money. But don’t just take my word for it – over 600 members of CI Nation have given this handmade a well-deserved 4.5 out of 5 rating. 

The secret? Havana-seed Honduran long-fillers. Meld those together with a beautiful Mexican binder and you’ve got a recipe for success – a slightly sweet, coffee taste comes through on each puff, staying cool to the end. Baccarat comes in both Connecticut and Maduro wrapper varieties, but whichever one you go for, you’re going to come out on top.

NOTE: Baccarat Candela returns after a nearly 5-year hiatus. This unique variation of the legendary, top-selling Baccarat line adds an interesting, but delicious twist to a mellow, slightly sweet iconic blend. Limited to only 700 total boxes, this annual release will be gone as quickly as it came. 

Now, a Baccarat is not something I'd ever smoke. But that is not because it's a bad cigar. It's important to identify that the Baccarat is not your usual cigar: it is sweet. Not overbearing sweet like a Fat Bottom Betty, but there is some sugar you can taste. It's also made with a very mild tobacco, so you get next to no harshness from the Honduran tobacco blend these are made with. I don't have much time today, but if you are looking for a "starter" cigar as a newbie, this is 100% the place to start. It makes an excellent gift for someone looking to get into the hobby, and if you want something very unaggressive and harmless, then this is the cigar for you. It's the most mild blend on the market, and it tastes sweet, so it's good for after a heavy meal or after a few drinks. You will love this cigar if you have minimal experience smoking and don't want to go straight for something that is just pure tobacco. Try this if you're looking to get into the hobby, or buying some cigars for a night out and have a few non-smokers in tow. You'll be glad you did.

Happy smoking! CB