Alec Bradley Cigars

Alec Bradley Fine & Rare BCN 143 Limited Edition Size: Churchill 7″ × 50 Box‑pressed Vitola: Churchill Wrapper: Honduran Trojes Criollo ’98 Binder: Honduran Trojes Criollo ’98 and Nicaraguan Estelí Criollo Fillers: Seven tobaccos from Honduras and Nicaragua including Jamastran, Trojes and Jalapa Criollo and Corojo leaves Strength: Medium‑Full Flavor Notes:Earth cedar leather pepper coffee cream toasted bread mineral cocoa subtle fruit Pairing Notes:Espresso salted caramel dark chocolate single malt whisky peppered nuts Manufacturer: Alec Bradley (manufactured by Raíces Cubanas in Honduras) Privada Storytelling Complexity shaped in refined tradition The Fine & Rare BCN‑143 continues Alec Bradley’s flagship legacy of ten‑leaf blends in an exclusive Churchill release. Starts with earthy leather, cedar and pepper, developing through cream and cocoa mid‑smoke, and finishing with mineral accents, toast and gentle fruit. Its box‑pressed form enhances texture and flavor unfolding. It carries medium‑full strength with elegance and depth—a signature blend refined under new stewardship. This is crafted complexity in classic shape. Flavor Journey • First third opens in earth, cedar and leather balanced by pepper and mineral tones• Middle third builds layers of coffee, cream, toasted bread, cocoa and soft fruit• Final third closes with mineral accents, lingering pepper and sweet leather finish Draw is generous and evenBurn is clean and steady though occasional touch‑ups may be neededSmoke is thick, textured, and evolving with medium‑full progression Why It Belongs in Privada BCN‑143 is a Privada standout for its marriage of complexity, boutique form, and storytelling. It carries Alec Bradley’s ten‑leaf tradition into a Churchill with clarity and coherence. A bridge between legacy and evolution, it rewards contemplative enjoyment and collector focus. Layered strength sculpted by seed and shape.

Read more less

Alec Bradley Post Embargo Blend Code B15 Size: Robusto 5″ × 52 Vitola: Robusto Wrapper: Honduran Criollo Binder: Honduran Criollo and Corojo Fillers: Honduran and Nicaraguan long fillers Strength: Medium Flavor Notes:Bitter oak, red pepper, roasted nuts, fig, espresso, leather, cocoa, citrus, floral spice, toasted bread Pairing Notes:Dark roast coffee, salted caramel, bourbon, chocolate stout, almond cake, leather aged rum Manufacturer: Alec Bradley Privada Storytelling Heritage revived through balance and complexity Blend Code B15 is a reimagining of Alec Bradley’s Post Embargo concept, created to honor a future of open borders and shared craftsmanship. This cigar opens with bold oak and pepper, quickly shifting into rich espresso, toasted bread, and nutty depth. A fig-like sweetness rides under layers of cocoa and floral spice. The smoke is contemplative and controlled, designed to evolve gradually, revealing complexity at every turn. A quiet but firm statement of unity through tobacco. Flavor Journey The first third introduces bitter oak, red pepper, and toasted earthThe second third softens into bourbon sweetness, fig, espresso, and roasted cocoaThe final third brings leather, citrus, and gentle floral spice with a cocoa finish Draw is initially snug, then opens smoothlyBurn stays steady with clean ashSmoke is medium in texture with a soft progression from spice to richness Why It Belongs in Privada This cigar belongs in Privada as a reflection of how traditional Honduran and Nicaraguan tobacco can be shaped into something restrained, reflective, and completely modern. For collectors who enjoy flavor development and balance without overwhelming power, Blend B15 offers a timeless experience steeped in purpose. A blend that speaks in subtleties and rewards attention.

Read more less

Alec Bradley Double Broadleaf Size: Toro 6″ × 52 Vitola: Toro Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro Binder: Honduran Habano Fillers: Honduran and Nicaraguan long fillers Strength: Medium‑Full Flavor Notes:Dark chocolate, espresso, cedar, roasted nuts, leather, sweet molasses, black pepper Pairing Notes:Dark roast coffee, bittersweet chocolate, aged rum, toasted pecan pie, rich porter Manufacturer: Alec Bradley Privada Storytelling Broadleaf boldness meets blend restraint The Double Broadleaf merges a dark Connecticut broadleaf wrapper with hearty Honduran core tobaccos. It opens with rich chocolate and espresso, followed by warm cedar and roasted almond. Mid‑smoke layers of leather and molasses emerge before a finishing kick of black pepper. Strength is full without shouting, offering nuanced depth paced for thoughtful enjoyment. This is power shaped by balance. Flavor Journey • The first third delivers chocolate, espresso, and cedar• The second third reveals roasted nuts, leather, and sweet molasses• The final third closes in black pepper, lingering cocoa, and cedar warmth Draw is smooth and broadBurn stays even with firm ashSmoke is rich and structured, building through thirds Why It Belongs in Privada Double Broadleaf is a Privada smoke for collectors who value high-quality wrapper impact without losing seed-driven nuance. Robust yet refined, it brings depth in every puff—an assertive but considerate expression of broadleaf elegance. Bold wrapper, balanced core.

Read more less

Alec Bradley The Medalist Toro Size: Toro 6″ × 54 Vitola: Toro Wrapper: Honduran shade-grown Connecticut Binder: Honduran Fillers: Honduran and Nicaraguan long fillers Strength: Mild to Medium Flavor Notes:Graham cracker, cream, cedar, vanilla, stone fruit sweetness, subtle oak, black pepper Pairing Notes:Light roast coffee, creamy latte, almond pastry, honeyed tea, sweet rum Manufacturer: Alec Bradley Privada Storytelling Balanced approachability shaped with nuance The Medalist Toro was crafted to reconnect Alec Bradley with fans of milder cigars by blending a creamy Honduran Connecticut wrapper over a Honduran core and Nicaraguan fillers. From the first puff its profile unfolds in graham bread sweetened by cream and cedar, followed by gentle vanilla and fruit notes. Mid‑smoke reveals light oak and aromatic spice, giving depth without overpowering. In the final third black pepper and stone fruit notes linger, rounding the experience with quiet complexity  This cigar is an invitation to return to tobacco via measured refinement. Flavor Journey • First third brings graham cracker sweetness with cream and cedar• Second third transitions into vanilla, fruit brightness, subtle oak• Final third closes elegantly with black pepper and stone fruit amidst lingering sweetness Draw is smooth and easyBurn remains even with consistent ashSmoke is creamy and balanced, delivering gradual nuance and quiet finish Why It Belongs in Privada The Medalist Toro exemplifies Privada values by offering seed‑driven elegance in an accessible format. It balances creamy sweetness, light complexity, and mild strength—ideal for collectors seeking calm clarity over raw intensity. It’s a return to tobacco crafted for reflection, not bravado. Gentle complexity with broad appeal.

Read more less

Alec Bradley Coyol Sizes: Robusto 5″ × 52, Toro 6″ × 52, Gordo 6″ × 60, Double Churchill 7″ × 58, Petit Lancero 6½″ × 41, Belicoso 5½″ × 58 Vitola: Parejo and ejecutivo formats depending on size Wrapper: Honduran Trojes (estate-grown Coyol farm leaf) Binder: Honduran and Nicaraguan (Trojes and Jalapa) Fillers: Honduran Trojes with Nicaraguan (Estelí, Condega) tobaccos Strength: Medium to Medium‑Full Flavor Notes:Leather, cedar, roasted nuts, nutmeg, cinnamon, black pepper, espresso, cocoa, earth, floral spice Pairing Notes:Dark roast coffee, nut pastry, spiced rum, bittersweet chocolate, aged whiskey Manufacturer: Alec Bradley (handmade at Raíces Cubanas factory in Honduras) Privada Storytelling Estate essence captured in diverse expression Coyol is a tribute to the fields of La Vega Coyol in Honduras. Every leaf—from wrapper through binder to filler—features seed sourced directly from that farm. Across sizes the cigar offers a consistent profile rooted in leather and cedar underpinned by roasted nuts and spice. Floral accents and creamy cocoa deepen through the second third. Full body remains balanced, evolving to rich earthy tones without overpowering intensity. This is farm‑to‑ash clarity shaped for both nuance and consistency. Flavor Journey • The first third delivers leather, cedar, roasted nuts and pepper spice• The second third evolves through nutmeg cinnamon, creamy espresso and floral sweetness• The final third finishes in cocoa, earth, black pepper and subtle leather warmth Draw is smooth and balancedBurn stays steady with firm ashSmoke is layered and medium‑full, building through thirds Why It Belongs in Privada Coyol exemplifies seed‑driven lineage in boutique form. It honors terroir while maintaining thoughtful harmony in strength and flavor. For collectors seeking farm‑centric consistency, complexity, and clarity—this blend speaks to roots without sacrificing refinement. Estate pedigree shaped by purpose.

Read more less

Alec Bradley Kintsugi Sizes: Robusto 5″ × 50, Corona Gorda 5⅝″ × 46, Toro 6″ × 52, Gordo 6″ × 60 Vitola: Parejo Wrapper: Honduran Habano (Trojes) Binder: Honduran and Nicaraguan Fillers: Honduran and Nicaraguan long fillers Strength: Medium to Medium‑Full Flavor Notes:Peppercorn spice, cedar, milk chocolate, toasted almond, cashew, sandalwood, wildflower honey, espresso, creamy nougat, citrus peel Pairing Notes:Bourbon, dark roast coffee, hazelnut pastries, vanilla tea, aged rum Manufacturer: Alec Bradley at Raíces Cubanas factory in Honduras Privada Storytelling Tales of union and refinement Kintsugi is named after the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold—a metaphor for unity in the cigar world. Wrapped with Honduran Habano and filled from dual Honduran and Nicaraguan origins, it begins with peppercorn and cedar notes that soften into milk chocolate, almond, cashew, and sandalwood. Wildflower honey sweetness and espresso richness emerge in the second half, transitioning to creamy nougat and citrus peel before ending in an earthy cocoa‑tinged finish. This is a medium‑body smoke brought together by balance and tradition. Flavor Journey • The first third ignites with peppercorn spice and cedar• The second third softens into chocolate, nuts, honey, espresso and nougat• The final third finishes in sundried cedar, earthy coffee, creamy chocolate and citrus peel Draw is smooth and creamyBurn is even with stable ash retentionSmoke is medium‑full, evolving in layered richness Why It Belongs in Privada Kintsugi embodies Privada values through its blend of craftsmanship, seed lineage, and purposeful complexity. It’s approachable yet layered, rewardingly structured—crafted to reflect connection and clarity in every puff. A collector’s cigar at heart. Seed tradition, balanced evolution.

Read more less

Alec & Bradley Gatekeeper Robusto Size: Robusto 5" × 50 Vitola: Robusto Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Habano Fillers: Dominican Republic and Nicaraguan long fillers Strength: Medium to Full Flavor Notes:Cedar, roasted nuts, leather sweetness, red and black pepper snap, nougat or caramel richness, espresso, subtle spice Pairing Notes:Caramel latte, aged bourbon, dark roast coffee, pecan pie, spiced nuts Manufacturer: Alec & Bradley (blend by Alec and Bradley Rubin working with Tabacalera La Alianza) Privada Storytelling A Bridge Between Generations Gatekeeper marks the debut of Alec & Bradley Rubin as creators—not just names. Blended with guidance from a master craftsman, it embodies a legacy rewritten. Its Ecuadorian Habano wrapper and Nicaraguan-Dominican core result in a sophisticated medium-plus smoke—bold where it should be, balanced where it counts. The first draw greets the palate with smooth cedar and roasted cashews layered with leather sweetness. Midway through, notes of red and black pepper fuse with nougat-like caramel. Subtle espresso and spiced oak emerge toward the nub, keeping the profile rich without overwhelming. This cigar isn’t a statement—it’s a declaration. Flavor Journey The first third opens with cedar backbone, nut butter, and sweet leatherThe second third introduces dual pepper spikes, caramel sweetness, and woody nuanceThe final third finishes with espresso warmth, savory oak, and lingering spice Draw is refined with perfect tension. Burn is clean and consistent. Smoke is plush and evolving—creamy yet defined. Why It Belongs in Privada Gatekeeper represents the convergence of legacy, youth, and serious tobacco craft. It signals promise without pretension. For Privada collectors, it belongs because it marks both arrival and intention—a cigar built to prove that the next generation is already writing its own story.

Read more less

Alec Bradley Magic Toast Toro Size: Toro 6″ × 52 Vitola: Toro Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro Binder: Honduran Fillers: Honduran and Nicaraguan long fillers Strength: Medium‑Full Flavor Notes:Toasted bread, cocoa, black pepper, oak, roasted almond, cinnamon, coffee grounds, sweet vanilla Pairing Notes:Dark roast coffee, cocoa nibs, cinnamon bun, aged rum, almond biscotti, black tea Manufacturer: Alec Bradley Privada Storytelling Bold flavor wrapped in nostalgic warmth Magic Toast Toro blends rich Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro with Honduran core tobaccos to deliver a sensory walk through warm bakeries at dawn. It opens with toasted bread and cocoa, shifting into oak and roasted almond mid‑smoke. Cinnamon spice and coffee ground notes emerge in the second third, finishing with sweet vanilla and lingering warmth. Its medium‑full strength is balanced by creamy texture and measured spice. This is comfort and intensity shaped with purpose. Flavor Journey • The first third brings toasted bread, cocoa and black pepper• The second third introduces roasted almond, oak and cinnamon warmth• The final third wraps up with coffee grounds, sweet vanilla and residual spice Draw is smooth and evenBurn maintains steady ashSmoke is creamy, layered, and structured for paced enjoyment Why It Belongs in Privada Magic Toast Toro aligns with Privada values by blending nostalgic flavor with craft focus. It offers dessert tones in a structured medium‑full format without gimmicks. Ideal for collectors seeking flavor that resonates but remains balanced and purposeful. Sweet warmth with tobacco clarity.

Read more less