The Intemperance BA XXI A.W.S. IV is a limited edition release that belongs to the Intemperance BA XXI line. It was re-released in small quantities back in 2019.
BA stands for Brazilian Arapiraca, which is the name of the varietal used for the wrapper. The cigars are made by Roma Craft Tobac at their NicaSueño factory in Esteli, Nicaragua. They are sold in 12-ct boxes.
The cigar is rolled in a Maduro-colored wrapper that has a bit of tooth to it. Construction is excellent, and the filling is uniform.
- Country of Origin: Nicaragua
- Size: 44 x 165 mm (6 1/2″)
- Wrapper: Brazil
- Binder: Indonesia
- Filler: Dominican Republic, Nicaragua
- Price: $ 8.75 | € –
Intemperance BA XXI A.W.S. IV: the cold draw reveals aromas of clean tobacco with a hint of spice. Once lit, the cigar opens with black pepper and leather notes.
The first third is dominated by black pepper and leather, with earth and wood notes coming through right behind them. Strength is a solid medium (3/5).
A mineral nuance is added to the ample profile in the second third and the strength increases, becoming medium-full (4/5).
The last third remains unchanged in terms of the profile, except for the black pepper note that becomes spicier towards the end. Strength increases slightly (4.5/5).
Overall, the Intemperance BA XXI A.W.S. IV is a bold and flavorful smoke with a well-defined profile, and, despite the strength level, it is still quite balanced. The evolution is instead contained, but it makes up for it in flavor intensity.