Alec Bradley Pryme Gold Series

**ashauler** · 11-09-2008, 12:49 PM

This smoke was gifted to me by a BOTL here, and I must give a super hardy THANK YOU.

Size: Toro
Wrapper: Ecuador (ligero)
Binder: Mexican
Filler: Mixed Ligeros from Mexico, Honduras, Nicaragua, Dominican Republic

The packaging of this stick is very nice, cedar sheath printed with Gold Series, ribbon at the foot and a very large, detailed band. The first thing I noticed after stripping this baby was the beautiful coloration and sheen of the wrapper. Almost looked like a rosado.

The construction was excellent, no soft spots or ugly veins, well filled with a nicely cut foot and well applied cap. Cut and light were effortless.

The first third was very earthy, and most definitely lands on the full side of medium. Very complex flavor, ranging from coffee to earth to pepper and an intermingling of all together in a very nice fashion.

As I moved to middle of the stick, the flavors seemed to tame down a bit, and the smoke production really increased. A soft and subtle flavor that I couldn't quite put my finger on made an appearance and seemed to round out the smoke very nicely.

Towards the end the flavors moved away from the coffee/earth profile and more pepper/spice came into play. The strength picked up a notch for me as well, don't think it quite made it to full, but definitely on the full side of medium. Burn was straight and the ash was tight and well formed throughout this smoke, no touch-ups were required.

I nubbed this baby and would recommend this stick for someone looking for a nice med/full, complex and enjoyable smoke. This one is definitely a weekend treat when you have time to concentrate on the complexity of this stick. I will most definitely be picking up a 5er for further investigation as soon as the budget allows.

Thanks again, my brother, for a very nice experience.

**derivation** · 11-09-2008, 04:15 PM

Nice Review, I had been wondering about these.

**Silencei2** · 11-09-2008, 07:07 PM

Great review. I think I'm going to have to pick up some of these now... my mouth is watering after reading this.

**logan37** · 11-09-2008, 07:59 PM

Thanks ash. Nice review. I've been reading good things about this smoke, and other Alec Bradley's. I have to start investigating this brand when I get my next allowance.

**ggiese** · 11-09-2008, 08:48 PM

When these first came out, I was HUGELY disappointed. The cost was premium, and the cigars were (in a word) "blah".

Now that they've aged a bit, they've turned into quite a smoke. I very much enjoy them now.

If you're gonna get them - you better make it quick. This was a limited production cigar. If you find them in stock, the retail on them is pretty high end (~$9.00+ each).

Cigars International has them on closeout ---> Alec Bradley Pryme

At that price (better than 50% off) - they're quite a deal...

**ggiese** · 11-09-2008, 08:49 PM

...oops - double post...

**cigarsarge** · 11-09-2008, 10:00 PM

Box Split anyone???

**ashauler** · 11-10-2008, 09:12 AM

Originally Posted by cigarsarge

Box Split anyone???

I'm in for a 5er......more if needed to make it happen.

**DeeDubya** · 11-10-2008, 09:35 AM

These are rolled in Mexico?
If they're good, why would they be discontinued?

**derivation** · 11-10-2008, 09:57 AM

Originally Posted by cigarsarge

Box Split anyone???

I'd be game.

**ashauler** · 11-10-2008, 10:19 AM

Originally Posted by DeeDubya

These are rolled in Mexico?
If they're good, why would they be discontinued?

It was a limited release of 1,500 boxes.

**DeeDubya** · 11-10-2008, 10:42 AM

Originally Posted by ashauler

It was a limited release of 1,500 boxes.

OK, I just ordered a box of the 200X 6.1x50. I'll share.

**ashauler** · 11-10-2008, 10:47 AM

Originally Posted by DeeDubya

OK, I just ordered a box of the 200X 6.1x50. I'll share.

Then I think Ken has first dibs since he offered a split up first. I'll take some of the left overs if available.

If you don't like 'em DW, I'll work something out with you.

**cigarsarge** · 11-10-2008, 03:00 PM

Just worked out a deal with logan37...

**ashauler** · 11-10-2008, 03:57 PM

Looks like we're on DW.....PM me the details and we'll see what we can work out.

**DeeDubya** · 11-10-2008, 04:27 PM

Okie Dokie

**fredriko** · 11-10-2008, 08:23 PM

I just had one of these, not realizing they were made by alec bradley. I thought it was a good smoke, that I will probably smoke on occasion. Nothing I would put away for a special occasion. Otherwisw it was enjoyable and burned well.

**heftysmokes** · 11-10-2008, 08:32 PM

I just now caught this thread. I'm up for a split if anyone wants in. Or if anyone wants to get an add'l 5er of their hands I'm game.

**DeeDubya** · 11-10-2008, 08:56 PM

Originally Posted by heftysmokes

I just now caught this thread. I'm up for a split if anyone wants in. Or if anyone wants to get an add'l 5er of their hands I'm game.

Well, as you see I've got a box coming so I can share some. Mr. Hauler has first dibs and unless he wants half the box you can have some too. I will smoke a few and hord some since they are limited. Fair?

**heftysmokes** · 11-10-2008, 09:13 PM

Absolutely. You and Ashauler get your split figured out you can let me know how many you're willing to part with. I'll take as many as you want to let go.

Thanks!