Alec Bradley
Tempus
Alec Bradley Tempus is a medium-full strength cigar made in Honduras at Fabrica de Tabacos Raices Cubanas. It pairs Honduran Criollo 98 (Trojes) wrapper; Honduran Criollo 98 and Indonesian binder; Honduras and Nicaragua filler. The catalog lists 8 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 7 × 49.
- Maker
- Alec Bradley
- Wrapper
- Honduran Criollo 98 (Trojes)
- Binder
- Honduran Criollo 98 and Indonesian
- Filler
- Honduras and Nicaragua
- Country
- Honduras
- Factory
- Fabrica de Tabacos Raices Cubanas
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 8 · 5 × 50 to 7 × 49
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsAlec Bradley Tempus uses a Honduran Criollo 98 (Trojes) wrapper. Criollo wrappers tend toward earth, cedar, cinnamon and a dry, spicy finish. 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: Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
- Pair with: bourbon, an amber ale, or 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.
Sizes
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What does Alec Bradley Tempus taste like?
Alec Bradley Tempus uses a Honduran Criollo 98 (Trojes) wrapper. Criollo wrappers tend toward earth, cedar, cinnamon and a dry, spicy finish. 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 Tempus?
Alec Bradley Tempus is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is Alec Bradley Tempus 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 Tempus made?
Alec Bradley Tempus is made in Honduras at Fabrica de Tabacos Raices Cubanas, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Alec Bradley Tempus use?
Alec Bradley Tempus uses a Honduran Criollo 98 (Trojes) wrapper over a Honduran Criollo 98 and Indonesian binder, with Honduras and Nicaragua filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Alec Bradley Tempus come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 8 sizes: Genesis (5½ × 42), Churchill (7 × 48), Centuria (7 × 49), Terra Novo (5 × 50), Robusto (5 × 52), Medius (6 × 52), Toro (6 × 52) and Magnus (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Alec Bradley Tempus?
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 Tempus?
With a criollo wrapper, common pairings are bourbon, an amber ale, or 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 Tempus?
Cigars with a similar build include Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar 10th Anniversary, Joya de Nicaragua Cuatro Cinco and Gurkha Cellar Reserve 15 Year. They share criollo wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Honduras. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.