E.P. Carrillo
Seleccion Oscuro
E.P. Carrillo Seleccion Oscuro is a full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Alianza. It pairs Mexican San Andres (Oscuro) wrapper; Nicaraguan binder; Nicaraguan filler. The catalog lists 3 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 6 × 60.
- Maker
- E.P. Carrillo
- Wrapper
- Mexican San Andres (Oscuro)
- Binder
- Nicaraguan
- Filler
- Nicaraguan
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- Tabacalera La Alianza
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 3 · 5 × 50 to 6 × 60
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 Seleccion Oscuro uses a Mexican San Andres (Oscuro) wrapper. Oscuro wrappers, the darkest shade, tend toward espresso, dark chocolate and earth. 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: A full-strength cigar is best after a full meal and never on an empty stomach; keep water nearby and slow down if you feel the nicotine.
- Pair with: espresso, stout, or an aged rum.
- 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 Seleccion Oscuro taste like?
E.P. Carrillo Seleccion Oscuro uses a Mexican San Andres (Oscuro) wrapper. Oscuro wrappers, the darkest shade, tend toward espresso, dark chocolate and earth. 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 Seleccion Oscuro?
E.P. Carrillo Seleccion Oscuro is listed as full strength. A full-strength cigar is best after a full meal and never on an empty stomach; keep water nearby and slow down if you feel the nicotine.
Is E.P. Carrillo Seleccion Oscuro 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 Seleccion Oscuro made?
E.P. Carrillo Seleccion Oscuro is made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Alianza, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does E.P. Carrillo Seleccion Oscuro use?
E.P. Carrillo Seleccion Oscuro uses a Mexican San Andres (Oscuro) 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 Seleccion Oscuro come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 3 sizes: Robusto (5 × 50), Toro (6 × 52) and Gordo (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke E.P. Carrillo Seleccion Oscuro?
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 Seleccion Oscuro?
With an oscuro wrapper, common pairings are espresso, stout, or an aged rum. 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 Seleccion Oscuro?
Cigars with a similar build include Arturo Fuente Fuente Fuente OpusX Oro Oscuro, Hiram & Solomon Master Mason and Apostate Moroni's Trumpet. They share oscuro wrapper, full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.