E.P. Carrillo
New Wave Reserva
E.P. Carrillo New Wave Reserva is a mild-medium strength cigar made in Dominican Republic. It pairs Ecuadorian Connecticut (Reserva priming) wrapper; Nicaraguan binder; Nicaraguan, Dominican filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 6 × 52.
- Maker
- E.P. Carrillo
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Connecticut (Reserva priming)
- Binder
- Nicaraguan
- Filler
- Nicaraguan, Dominican
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Strength
- mild-medium
- Sizes
- 2 · 5 × 50 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 New Wave Reserva uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut (Reserva priming) wrapper. Connecticut shade wrappers tend toward cream, cedar, nuts and a light, smooth finish. 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: Mild to medium: an easy daytime smoke and a gentle step up from a first cigar.
- Pair with: coffee with cream, a light beer, or a sparkling wine.
- 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 New Wave Reserva taste like?
E.P. Carrillo New Wave Reserva uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut (Reserva priming) wrapper. Connecticut shade wrappers tend toward cream, cedar, nuts and a light, smooth finish. 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 New Wave Reserva?
E.P. Carrillo New Wave Reserva is listed as mild-medium strength. Mild to medium: an easy daytime smoke and a gentle step up from a first cigar.
Is E.P. Carrillo New Wave Reserva good for beginners?
Yes. It is listed as mild to mild-medium, which is where most smokers start. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is E.P. Carrillo New Wave Reserva made?
E.P. Carrillo New Wave Reserva is made in Dominican Republic, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does E.P. Carrillo New Wave Reserva use?
E.P. Carrillo New Wave Reserva uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut (Reserva priming) wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder, with Nicaraguan, Dominican filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does E.P. Carrillo New Wave Reserva come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 2 sizes: Robusto (5 × 50) and Toro (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke E.P. Carrillo New Wave Reserva?
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 New Wave Reserva?
With a Connecticut shade wrapper, common pairings are coffee with cream, a light beer, or a sparkling wine. 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 New Wave Reserva?
Cigars with a similar build include Ashton Cabinet Selection, Diamond Crown Classic and Cuesta-Rey Centenario. They share Connecticut shade wrapper, mild-medium strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.