The Alec Bradley Magic Toast is one of the newly introduced lines from the Alec Rubin brand. The name is due to a particularly good harvest that was visited at night and with the help of an electric torch. They toasted to the great harvest and at that moment the idea of this line was born.
• Country of Origin: Honduras
• Size: 52 x 127 mm (5″)
• Wrapper: Honduras
• Binder: Honduras, Nicaragua
• Filler: Honduras, Nicaragua
• Price: €8
The wrapper comes in a Maduro shaded color, that is slightly rough to the touch. The construction is flawless.
Alec Bradley Magic Toast Robusto: unlit, it presents hints of cocoa. The opening brings cocoa and wood to the palate.
The first third releases notes of cocoa and white pepper, with nuances of balsamic herbs in the background. Strength is medium (3/5).
In the middle section, the intensity of the flavors increase and the base becomes slightly sweet. Aromas of wood, cocoa, white pepper, with nuances of hazelnut are outlined. Strength grows slightly (3.5/5).
In the last third, the smoke turns to notes of walnut, supported by cocoa in the background. Balsamic herbs are added towards the end. Strength remains constant (3.5/5).
Overall, the Alec Bradley Magic Toast Robusto releases a smoke with a good intensity and a discreet evolution. The cigar is balanced and the last third is the most performing, thanks to a wider and more structured range of flavors.
Rating: 88