August 2025 Estelí, Nicaragua: Alec Bradley Cigars invites you to experience a new expression of craftsmanship and philosophy with the release of Kintsugi Wabi Sabi a limited-edition follow-up to one of the brand’s most celebrated blends. Inspired by the ancient Japanese aesthetic that finds beauty in imperfection, this release is as much about storytelling as it is about tobacco.
“Wabi Sabi isn’t about flaws,” says Bradley Rubin, Brand Ambassador for Alec Bradley. “It’s about authenticity, honoring the character of the materials and the narrative they create. We didn’t chase perfection; we created a cigar with soul.”
A Philosophy in Every Draw
Handcrafted by master blender AJ Fernandez in Estelí, Nicaragua, Kintsugi Wabi Sabi is built on the belief that the natural variations of high-quality tobacco can be just as beautiful as uniform perfection. The blend features:
* Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
* Binder: Mexican
* Filler: Nicaraguan
Together, these components deliver a medium to medium-plus profile that’s balanced, expressive, and deeply reflective, with every draw offering subtle shifts in flavor and strength just as time and nature intended.
Presentation & Availability
* Vitola: 6 x 52 Toro
* Box Count: 16 cigars
* MSRP: $12.49 per cigar
* Release Date: Shipping begins August 4, 2025
* Total Production: Only 1,500 boxes available worldwide
The box design echoes the Kintsugi art form, which repairs broken pottery with gold, transforming cracks into strength and beauty. This symbolic craftsmanship mirrors the blend’s intention—embracing every tobacco’s uniqueness rather than masking it.
Why Kintsugi Wabi Sabi?
In a world obsessed with flawless perfection, Kintsugi Wabi Sabi offers a refreshing counterpoint: a cigar that celebrates depth, honesty, and flavor rooted in reality, not replication. It’s a statement piece in any humidor and a contemplative experience for those who appreciate cigars with heart and heritage.
Find beauty in the real. Discover Kintsugi Wabi Sabi at your local Alec Bradley retailer beginning August 4.
For more information, visit alecbradley.com
