E.P. Carrillo
Allegiance
E.P. Carrillo Allegiance is a medium-full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Oliva Cigar Co.. It pairs Ecuadorian Sumatra (8th priming, Quevedo) wrapper; Nicaraguan binder; Nicaraguan filler. The catalog lists 5 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 6⅞ × 54.
- Maker
- E.P. Carrillo
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Sumatra (8th priming, Quevedo)
- Binder
- Nicaraguan
- Filler
- Nicaraguan
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- Oliva Cigar Co.
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 5 · 5 × 50 to 6⅞ × 54
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsE.P. Carrillo Allegiance uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra (8th priming, Quevedo) wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild sweetness. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar.
How to smoke it
rules of thumb- Time: plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 min for a 6-inch size.
- When: Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
- Pair with: cognac, a brown ale, or coffee.
- Pace: about a puff a minute keeps it cool and lets the flavors change from third to third. Do not inhale.
- Before lighting: cut just above the cap line, toast the foot evenly, and take a cold draw to check it.
Sizes
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What does E.P. Carrillo Allegiance taste like?
E.P. Carrillo Allegiance uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra (8th priming, Quevedo) wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild sweetness. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar; log a smoke in CigarMind to record your own.
How strong is E.P. Carrillo Allegiance?
E.P. Carrillo Allegiance is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is E.P. Carrillo Allegiance good for beginners?
It is a stronger cigar. Most newer smokers are better served starting milder and working up to it. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is E.P. Carrillo Allegiance made?
E.P. Carrillo Allegiance is made in Nicaragua at Oliva Cigar Co., according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does E.P. Carrillo Allegiance use?
E.P. Carrillo Allegiance uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra (8th priming, Quevedo) wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder, with Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does E.P. Carrillo Allegiance come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 5 sizes: Sidekick (5 × 50), Confidant (6 × 52), Confidant (6 × 52), Wingman (6⅞ × 54) and Chaperone (6¼ × 58). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke E.P. Carrillo Allegiance?
For a 6-inch size, plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 min. That is a rule of thumb of 10 to 15 minutes per inch at a relaxed pace, a puff about once a minute.
What drink goes with E.P. Carrillo Allegiance?
With a Sumatra wrapper, common pairings are cognac, a brown ale, or coffee. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.
What cigars are similar to E.P. Carrillo Allegiance?
Cigars with a similar build include Drew Estate Undercrown Sun Grown, Crowned Heads Four Kicks and Nat Sherman Panamericana. They share Sumatra wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.