Alec Bradley Cigar Co. has announced that the long anticipated limited edition Black Market Estelí Diamond cigars will begin shipping to tobacconists this week. Originally scheduled for a June 2020 release, the importation of the 1500 sixteen-count boxes was halted due to Covid-19 related concerns. Alec Bradley pre-sold the entire production to tobacconists in March 2020.
The Black Market EstelÍ Diamond is the follow-up to the popular and critically acclaimed Nica Puro Diamond Rough-Cut which was first introduced in 2014. In 2020 the Black Market EstelÍ Diamond will be replacing the Nica Puro Diamond Rough-Cut. The proprietary diamond shape pays homage to Trilogy, a triangular shaped cigar created by Alec Bradley’s founder, Alan Rubin.
Due to the unique shape, the Black Market Esteli Diamond requires extra care in the manufacturing process. The base Black Market Esteli blend is rolled with an extra filler leaf of Ligero Habano from Nicaragua and then carefully pressed to its diamond shape before going into aging.
Alec Bradley Director of Sales & Marketing, Jonathan Lipson noted:
“We’re delighted to finally ship the Black Market Esteli Diamonds. Although inadvertent, the extra time in the aging room allowed the tobaccos to marry even longer, bringing out even richer flavor notes. Not only is this a limited edition, this is now an extra special release!”
The 1500 boxes of Black Market EstelÍ Diamond are now shipping to tobacconists worldwide. The medium to full bodied Diamond blend is described as:
- Wrapper – Nicaragua (dark natural)
- Binder – Honduran and Nicaraguan
- Filler – Nicaragua
Black Market EstelÍ Diamonds are being presented in 16 count diamond shaped boxes and will retail in the US, before any applicable taxes, for $9.85 per cigar. Alec Bradley Black Market Esteli Diamond cigars are produced at Plasencia Cigars Nicaragua.
About Alec Bradley Cigars
Founded by Alan Rubin in 1996, Alec Bradley has been acknowledged as one of the world’s leading producers of fine, handmade premium cigars. Alec Bradley has received the cigar industry’s highest critical acclaim for its Prensado, Tempus, MAXX and Black Market premium cigars, to name a few. Their commitment to satisfying enthusiasts worldwide is demonstrated by their passion for excellence, creativity and the highest quality standards.
