E.P. Carrillo
Endure
E.P. Carrillo Endure is a medium strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Alianza. It pairs Cameroon (Meerapfel) wrapper; Nicaraguan Habano and Criollo '98 binder; Nicaraguan (Condega, Esteli, Jalapa) filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 5 × 52 to 6 × 52.
- Maker
- E.P. Carrillo
- Wrapper
- Cameroon (Meerapfel)
- Binder
- Nicaraguan Habano and Criollo '98
- Filler
- Nicaraguan (Condega, Esteli, Jalapa)
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- Tabacalera La Alianza
- Strength
- medium
- Sizes
- 2 · 5 × 52 to 6 × 52
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 Endure uses a Cameroon (Meerapfel) wrapper. Cameroon wrappers tend toward a toothy, sweet spice with notes of nuts and cedar. 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 strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
- Pair with: a single malt, cognac, or black tea.
- 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 Endure taste like?
E.P. Carrillo Endure uses a Cameroon (Meerapfel) wrapper. Cameroon wrappers tend toward a toothy, sweet spice with notes of nuts and cedar. 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 Endure?
E.P. Carrillo Endure is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
Is E.P. Carrillo Endure good for beginners?
Usually, yes. Medium strength is manageable for most newer smokers who smoke slowly after eating. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is E.P. Carrillo Endure made?
E.P. Carrillo Endure is made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Alianza, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does E.P. Carrillo Endure use?
E.P. Carrillo Endure uses a Cameroon (Meerapfel) wrapper over a Nicaraguan Habano and Criollo '98 binder, with Nicaraguan (Condega, Esteli, Jalapa) filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does E.P. Carrillo Endure come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 2 sizes: Robusto (5 × 52) and Toro (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke E.P. Carrillo Endure?
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 Endure?
With a Cameroon wrapper, common pairings are a single malt, cognac, or black tea. 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 Endure?
Cigars with a similar build include Arturo Fuente Hemingway, La Flor Dominicana 2000 Series and La Galera Imperial Jade. They share Cameroon wrapper, medium strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.