Alec Bradley · Tempus Nicaragua
New WorldExperiencedAlec Bradley Tempus Nicaragua Toro
The all-Nicaraguan version of Alec Bradley Tempus in a 6 x 52 Toro — a Jalapa-wrapped puro with cedar, cocoa and pepper, rich and full-flavored.
The short answer
The Alec Bradley Tempus Nicaragua Toro is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Nicaragua toro with a Nicaraguan (Jalapa) wrapper. Expect cedar, cocoa, and pepper.
The verdict
The Alec Bradley Tempus Nicaragua Toro is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from Alec Bradley's Tempus Nicaragua line. It's a Nicaragua (New World) toro wrapped in Nicaraguan (Jalapa) at 6 in × 52.
On the palate, expect cedar, cocoa, and pepper, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 70 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with espresso, aged rum, and porter. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
Tempus is one of Alec Bradley's core families, and the Tempus Nicaragua takes the name in an all-Nicaraguan direction. This is a puro: wrapper, binder, and filler are all Nicaraguan, with the wrapper grown in the Jalapa Valley and filler drawn from Condega, Esteli, and Jalapa. The Toro is the classic 6 x 52.
What it tastes like
Expect a richer, earthier profile than the Honduran Tempus. The Jalapa wrapper brings cedar and cocoa, while the Nicaraguan core layers in leather, espresso, and a firm pepper backbone. It's medium-full in body, with the depth Nicaraguan tobacco is known for and a smooth, even burn.
Who it's for
This is a smoke for someone who likes Nicaraguan character — earthy, peppery, full of flavor. If you're comparing it against other origins, our Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars guide is a good companion read. Newer smokers may want the cigar strength guide first, since this one has some punch.
Log it and rate it in your humidor with the Casa DNC app. For a smoother, more cedar-forward Tempus, try the Alec Bradley Tempus Natural Toro.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Alec Bradley Tempus Nicaragua Toro — frequently asked
- Is the Alec Bradley Tempus Nicaragua Toro a good cigar for beginners?
- Ease into it. The fuller body can be a lot for a first-timer, so it's better once you've built up a little tolerance.
- How strong is the Alec Bradley Tempus Nicaragua Toro?
- The Alec Bradley Tempus Nicaragua Toro is Medium-Full-bodied. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the Alec Bradley Tempus Nicaragua Toro taste like?
- Expect cedar, cocoa, and pepper, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Alec Bradley Tempus Nicaragua Toro?
- It pairs well with espresso, aged rum, and porter. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Alec Bradley Tempus Nicaragua Toro?
- Plan on about 70 minutes for the toro — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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