Alec Bradley Black Market Robusto

Black Market is one of Alec Bradley's most popular blends, known for its four-country recipe: a Nicaraguan wrapper, a Sumatran binder, and filler from Honduras and Panama. Handmade in Honduras, the Robusto at roughly 5.25 x 52 is a crowd-pleasing everyday size.

What it tastes like

The appeal here is balance. The smoke comes across smooth and creamy, with cedar and a touch of sweetness up front, then a measured pepper spice and an earthy core. It sits around medium to medium-full — flavorful and interesting without demanding too much. Construction is reliably good, with an even burn.

Who it's for

Black Market is a great all-rounder: enough complexity to keep experienced smokers engaged, but approachable enough for someone still building toward fuller cigars. If you're calibrating, the cigar strength guide is a handy reference. The Nicaraguan-wrapped, multi-origin blend also pairs well with the Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars discussion.

Track it in your humidor and rate it with the Casa DNC app. Want more smoke time? The Alec Bradley Black Market Toro is the same blend in a longer format.