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Alec Bradley

Black Market Estelí Diamond

Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua. It pairs Nicaraguan Habano (Estelí) wrapper; Nicaraguan binder; Nicaraguan filler. It comes in one listed size, 6 × 52.

Maker
Alec Bradley
Wrapper
Nicaraguan Habano (Estelí)
Binder
Nicaraguan
Filler
Nicaraguan
Country
Nicaragua
Strength
full
Sizes
1 · 6 × 52

Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond uses a Nicaraguan Habano (Estelí) wrapper. Habano-seed wrappers tend toward pepper, cedar, leather and baking spice. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar.

How to smoke it

rules of thumb
  • Time: plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 min for a 6-inch size.
  • When: A full-strength cigar is best after a full meal and never on an empty stomach; keep water nearby and slow down if you feel the nicotine.
  • Pair with: bourbon, rye whiskey, or a black coffee.
  • Pace: about a puff a minute keeps it cool and lets the flavors change from third to third. Do not inhale.
  • Before lighting: cut just above the cap line, toast the foot evenly, and take a cold draw to check it.
How to cut a cigarWhere the cap line is, and which cut suits this size›How to light a cigarToast the foot for an even burn, with a guided timer›
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Sizes

1 in the catalog
Torpedo6 × 52 · Nicaraguan Habano (Estelí)›

What to try next

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From the desk

reads and news on Alec Bradley
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Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond questions

What does Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond taste like?

Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond uses a Nicaraguan Habano (Estelí) wrapper. Habano-seed wrappers tend toward pepper, cedar, leather and baking spice. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar; log a smoke in CigarMind to record your own.

How strong is Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond?

Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond is listed as full strength. A full-strength cigar is best after a full meal and never on an empty stomach; keep water nearby and slow down if you feel the nicotine.

Is Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond good for beginners?

It is a stronger cigar. Most newer smokers are better served starting milder and working up to it. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.

Where is Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond made?

Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond is made in Nicaragua, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond use?

Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond uses a Nicaraguan Habano (Estelí) wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder, with Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Torpedo (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond?

For a 6-inch size, plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 min. That is a rule of thumb of 10 to 15 minutes per inch at a relaxed pace, a puff about once a minute.

What drink goes with Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond?

With a habano wrapper, common pairings are bourbon, rye whiskey, or a black coffee. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.

What cigars are similar to Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí Diamond?

Cigars with a similar build include Tatuaje Cojonu, Padrón 1926 Serie and 601 by Espinosa La Bomba. They share habano wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.

Smoking one?

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