Fine & Rare ANB-228 (2025)
The Story About Alec Bradley Fine & Rare ANB-228
Fine & Rare has always been our chance to explore the outer edges of what cigar craftsmanship can be. For its 14th release, ANB-228 (2025) brings together ten distinct tobaccos, each selected for a specific role in the final experience. Meticulously balanced and produced in limited quantity, it’s a cigar built on patience, precision, and respect for the craft. Only 1,500 boxes exist — each one a reminder that rarity isn’t claimed, it’s earned.
About Alec Bradley Fine & Rare ANB-228 Blend Breakdown
- Body: Medium
- Wrapper: Trojes C-98 (Honduran)
- Binder: Trojes C-99 (Honduran) & Estelí C-98 (Nicaraguan)
- Filler: Jamastran C-99 (Honduran), Jamastran C-98 (Honduran), Jalapa C-98 (Nicaraguan), San Andrés (Mexico), Dominican Criollo (DR), Jalapa C-99 (Nicaraguan), Estelí C-99 (Nicaraguan)
Available Sizes for Alec Bradley Fine & Rare ANB-228
- Toro — 7 ¼ X 50
Alec Bradley Fine & Rare ANB-228 Tasting notes
Hazelnut & Cream: Opens smooth and rounded, with a rich nuttiness softened by a creamy texture that sets an elegant pace.
Cinnamon Spice: A gentle warmth builds through the middle, adding depth and intrigue without overpowering the balance.
Dark Chocolate: Finishes with a layered cocoa richness that lingers, tying together the cigar’s refined character.
Drink Pairings for Alec Bradley Fine & Rare ANB-228
Single Malt Scotch Whisky: The malt depth and subtle smoke complement the cigar’s nutty and chocolate-forward notes.
Espresso: Bold and focused, it sharpens the creaminess while highlighting the cigar’s natural sweetness.
Cognac: Its velvety body and dried-fruit undertones echo Fine & Rare’s warmth and complexity.