Alec Bradley Blind Faith

It’s easy enough to trust that any Alec Bradley cigar is going to be delicious, but perhaps we should take a closer look at the Alec & Bradley Blind Faith. That little ampersand is meaningful and refers to Alec and Bradley Rubin, the eponymous sons behind Alan Rubin’s illustrious cigar company that has grown from a small two-man outfit into the juggernaut of longleaf it is today. Following in their father’s footsteps, the brothers collaborated to create this small batch blend, a truly inspired work of art. Beneath the dusky Honduran wrapper sits dual binders of Honduran and Nicaraguan origin, selected as much for flavor as their ability to contain the abundance of Nicaraguan Criollo ’98 and Corojo ’99 tobaccos that dwell beneath. (Shop all Alec Bradley cigars) Them Rubin boys must be living right because these are some fantastic sticks to hold in hand. Sure, the wrapper beneath the black, white, and silver band with its television motif is a bit mottled and carries a few noticeable veins, but the Trojes-grown leaf has been seamlessly applied to a solidly constructed barrel that displays no hint of soft spots or other blemishes. The aroma of an unlit Alec and Bradley Blind Faith is of pure, sweet, well-aged tobacco with a floral touch that blooms to life with a steady flame. The tastes of white pepper, earthy minerals, and dark chocolate-covered almonds first hit the palate simultaneously, while baking spices, shortbread, rich cream, and leather lie in wait to reveal themselves a just the right time. A hearty Medium in strength yet full of flavor and body, a selection of Alec and Bradley Blind Faith vitolas belong in your humidor alongside fan-favorite sticks like the La Galera Maduro or Curivari Reserva Limitada. The Rubin brothers have learned their father’s lessons well, but if you’re still on the fence remember that we guarantee your satisfaction so going on faith alone, blind or otherwise, is not required.