E.P. Carrillo Allegiance
Introducing the E.P. Carrillo Allegiance, a premium cigar that embodies sophistication, craftsmanship, and bold flavors. This collaboration between E.P. Carrillo and Oliva Cigar Co. delivers a medium to full-bodied smoking experience that is both complex and satisfying. Handcrafted in Nicaragua, Allegiance features impeccable construction and a harmonious blend of tobaccos that will captivate seasoned aficionados and newcomers alike.
Key Features
- Strength: Medium-Full Bodied
- Country of Origin: Nicaragua
- Wrapper Origin: Ecuador
- Wrapper Leaf: Sumatra Seed
- Binder: Nicaraguan
- Filler: Nicaraguan
- Box Count: 20
The Blend
The E.P. Carrillo Allegiance is crafted with precision using carefully selected tobaccos:
- Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra – A rich, 8th priming wrapper from Quevedo, Ecuador, offering bold spice and sweetness.
- Binder: Nicaraguan – Adds structure with earthy undertones.
- Filler: Nicaraguan – Provides depth with notes of cedar, espresso, and subtle spices.
A Flavorful Journey
The Allegiance cigar offers a dynamic flavor profile that evolves throughout the smoking experience:
- First Third: Bold notes of pepper, earth, and wood dominate with hints of milk chocolate and caramel. Subtle musk and pecan add complexity.
- Second Third: Rich chocolate takes center stage, complemented by caramel, pecan, spice, and sweet brown sugar. The retrohale enhances the experience with nutmeg and cocoa notes.
- Final Third: A bold finish featuring creamed coffee, chocolate, caramel, and pecan with touches of brown sugar and spice.
The Smoking Experience
The E.P. Carrillo Allegiance offers a luxurious smoking session with flawless construction ensuring an even burn and smooth draw. Its medium to full-bodied strength caters to those seeking complexity without overpowering intensity. The box-pressed design provides a comfortable feel in hand while delivering clouds of creamy smoke.
A Collaborative Masterpiece
This cigar is the result of a brilliant partnership between Ernesto Perez-Carrillo Jr. and Oliva Cigar Co., combining their expertise to create a blend that showcases the finest Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper paired with premium Nicaraguan tobaccos. The Allegiance pays tribute to excellence in every puff.
Add to Your Collection Today
If you’re looking for a cigar that combines bold flavors, impeccable craftsmanship, and a touch of elegance, the E.P. Carrillo Allegiance is an ideal choice. Elevate your smoking experience with this exceptional creation today!
Justin White (verified owner) –
Ernesto always puts out quality cigars, but some are not as good as some publications say they are. Nothing against the Pledge, but I found it to be a bit of a pepper bomb without a ton of complexity or nuance. The Encore is a very solid cigar, but again not what I would pick for cigar of the year. La Historia is similarity good, but not especially so in my humble opinion. All that aside however, I really really enjoyed the Allegiance. The wrapper is beautiful and chock full of oils. I was expecting a huge amount of pepper from this, and while it definitely plays it’s part in the profile, the pepper component was nowhere near what I expected. There is a lovely sweetness to the cigar, tons of chocolate and warm dark rye bread notes, a little salt and a beef broth umami flavor. The construction was phenomenal, with a perfect draw, tons of smoke output, and an absolutely razor sharp burn line. I absolutely loved this cigar, and if it’s in the running next year I will be totally unsurprised. Ernesto just seems to keep getting better with age.
Upvote if this was helpful (2) Downvote if this was not helpful (0) Watch Unwatch Flag for removal
Ysofockup (verified owner) –
This cigar (the 6×52 Confidant) recently earned a 92 rating from Cigar Journal and it’s easy to see why. The burn was great with plenty of smoke and a sharp burn line. The profile overall struck me as light yet with an amazing amount of complexity. There was some cedar and pepper, just enough to keep things interesting. Highly recommended.
Upvote if this was helpful (0) Downvote if this was not helpful (0) Watch Unwatch Flag for removal