Alec Bradley MAXX The Culture

I was gifted with one of these and let it sit in my humidor to even out a bit. The cigar was well made, burned evenly, and had a nice draw. This is not a bad cigar in any way, but the flavor did not change throughout. If you look at the size of these things, to have the same flavor from start to finish is far from exciting. I found it to be much too mild for my liking. It didn't taste bad or bitter, but it just didn't deliver what I expect from a cigar. Give this a try and see what you think. The flavor just failed to impress me enough to go out and buy a box.

I'm not sure what all the bad reviews are for. I bought two of these at my local shop and sat them in the humi for about 4 months. I smoked one last night by a camp fire, and boy, the spices woke me up and the aroma of the smoke was toasty, dark, and abundant! Very powerful but not harsh and no bite. The finish was a bit eh, but 3/4 was good. Both of mine were tunnel free, and put out a nice 1.5 in of ash before it fell off by itself. Don't write this 'gar off...

Judging from the reviews, there must be some inconsistencies in this cigar but I havenÂ’t found them. IÂ’m on my third box and all have been very good. This cigar is full bodied with cider and cocoa spice. Like the Medalist, the burn can be a bit erratic but not uncontrollable. I like this cigar better than the Medalist for itÂ’s consistency on the finish.

I bought a Box of the Culture pretty cheap on an auction. I was not to fond of the first one I had the day they arrived. I let them age for about a month in a good humi. and i'm glad I gave them another shot, the second was amazing. I usually smoke a Partagas Black or an A Fuente I would say this is pretty comparable however it is not as hard hitting as the Partagas Blk.

I'm pretty sure this is the WORST Cigar I've Ever had! I'm no beginner and I love full flavored cigars, but this just tasted horrible. You want full flavor go for the RP The Edge Corojo, the RP Rosado or the Alec Bradley Medalist and stay the hell away from this thing!!!

Gary Aptaker of CA nailed this cigar to a tee. Just a bad all-around smoke. I wonder how many he gave away? My friends weren't interested.

Bad burn, funky taste, tough draw...not one of my favorites. But the free lighter works great!
G.-California

I would put these up against ANY cigar at as much as twice the going price. They are robust, yet smooth, and burn very slowly, with a perfect ash.

Bought a box of these for my brother. He liked them so much he immediated ordered more for himself.

My wife and I attended you MAXX event on 01/20/07. I tried the free Culture that you gave out. It starts out tame and then takes off. This is a fabulous bold cigar not for the timid. Thank you for the enjoyable smoke and kind hospitality. I bought a box of the Curve. I can't wait to light one up.