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The Story About Alec Bradley Black Market

Black Market began with a shipment of Panamanian tobacco, a rare leaf with a flavor so intriguing we couldn’t let it go. For more than a year, we built and smoked our way through 18 test blends, chasing the profile that would unlock the tobacco’s full potential. Each version got us closer, until one finally revealed the depth, spice and quiet sweetness we’d been searching for.

About Alec Bradley Black Market Blend Breakdown

  • Body: Medium to Full
  • Wrapper: Nicaraguan
  • Binder: Sumatran
  • Filler: Panamanian, Honduran

Ratings for Alec Bradley Black Market

#6 CIGAR OF 2022 — CIGAR AFICIONADO (94 Points)

Available Sizes for Alec Bradley Black Market

  • Smalls — 4 X 36
  • Chunk — 4 X 60
  • Punk — 4 ¼ X 42
  • Robusto — 5 ¼ X 52
  • Toro — 6 X 50
  • Gordo — 6 X 60
  • Torpedo — 6 ⅛ X 54
  • Toro Tubes — 6 ½ X 52
  • Churchill — 7 X 50

Alec Bradley Black Market Tasting notes

Spice & Pepper: Opens with warm spice and pepper that set the tone for a bold, balanced smoke.

Cocoa & Earth: The Panamanian tobacco adds a deep cocoa sweetness layered over earthy richness.

Herbal Sweetness: Finishes with a subtle, lingering sweetness that’s unique to Black Market’s blend.

Drink Pairings for Alec Bradley Black Market

High-Rye Bourbon: The spice and sweetness complement the cigar’s peppery open and cocoa core.

Aged Dark Rum: Rich molasses and caramel deepen the cigar’s natural sweetness and roundness.

Cold Brew Coffee: Its bold, clean profile amplifies Black Market’s chocolate and earthy notes.