E.P. Carrillo
Pledge of Allegiance
E.P. Carrillo Pledge of Allegiance is a medium-full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Alianza. It pairs Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper; Ecuadorian Habano binder; Nicaraguan (Condega, Jalapa), Pennsylvania P41, Havana-seed Connecticut filler. The catalog lists 3 sizes, from 6 × 54 to 6⅜ × 58.
- Maker
- E.P. Carrillo
- Wrapper
- Connecticut Broadleaf
- Binder
- Ecuadorian Habano
- Filler
- Nicaraguan (Condega, Jalapa), Pennsylvania P41, Havana-seed Connecticut
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- Tabacalera La Alianza
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 3 · 6 × 54 to 6⅜ × 58
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 Pledge of Allegiance uses a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy 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: port, stout, or a sweet bourbon.
- 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 Pledge of Allegiance taste like?
E.P. Carrillo Pledge of Allegiance uses a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy 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 Pledge of Allegiance?
E.P. Carrillo Pledge of 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 Pledge of 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 Pledge of Allegiance made?
E.P. Carrillo Pledge of Allegiance is made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Alianza, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does E.P. Carrillo Pledge of Allegiance use?
E.P. Carrillo Pledge of Allegiance uses a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper over an Ecuadorian Habano binder, with Nicaraguan (Condega, Jalapa), Pennsylvania P41, Havana-seed Connecticut filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does E.P. Carrillo Pledge of Allegiance come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 3 sizes: Toro (6 × 54), Toro (2026) (6 × 54) and Rockets (6⅜ × 58). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke E.P. Carrillo Pledge of 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 Pledge of Allegiance?
With a broadleaf wrapper, common pairings are port, stout, or a sweet bourbon. 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 Pledge of Allegiance?
Cigars with a similar build include Crowned Heads Le Careme, La Aurora 107 USA and Henry Clay Classic. They share broadleaf wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Dominican Republic, same factory. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.