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E. P. Carrillo

EP Carrillo Endure Announced for January 2025

MIAMI, FL – E.P. Carrillo Cigars proudly introduces EP Carrillo Endure, the inaugural offering in the Perez-Carrillo Premier Collection. This masterfully crafted blend is a testament to the convergence of two families’ enduring legacies, celebrating resilience, heritage, and unwavering character—values that have been at the heart of E.P. Carrillo since its inception. Drawing inspiration from the Perez-Carrillo family’s journey from Cuba to America, Endure honors the pivotal role of the Meerapfel family in saving the […]

December 4, 2024 by Dave

E.P. Carrillo 15 Year Anniversary Limited Edition Announced

Miami, FL – E.P. Carrillo proudly announces the release of its 15 Year Anniversary Cigar, a cigar crafted to celebrate the brand’s remarkable journey since its inception. This 6 1/2 x 54 Gran Toro represents the expertise, dedication, and passion that have defined E.P. Carrillo over the last 15 years. Showcasing extra-aged tobaccos, this cigar stands as a true testament to the brand’s craftsmanship and innovation. The E.P. Carrillo 15 Year Anniversary Cigar is a […]

October 25, 2024 by Dave

E.P. Carrillo 2024 TAA Exclusive Cigar Announced

Miami, FL – E.P. Carrillo, internationally acclaimed for their masterful craftsmanship and exceptional premium cigars, is proud to announce the release of their latest creation: the E.P. Carrillo 2024 TAA Exclusive. The E.P. Carrillo 2024 TAA Exclusive series is a distinguished blend crafted exclusively for members of the Tobacconist’s Association of America (TAA). This year’s blend features a carefully selected Ecuadoran Habano wrapper, complemented by a Nicaraguan binder and fillers from the USA and Nicaragua. […]

October 25, 2024 by Dave

EPC Encore Noir Arrives At Two Guys Smoke Shop

EPC Encore Noir has arrived in the US to launch at Two Guys Smoke Shop. Crafted with precision and passion, Encore Noir embodies the artistry of tobacco blending, drawing from the rich soils of Ecuador, Nicaragua, and the Dominican Republic. This unique blend builds upon the legacy of the E.P. Carrillo Encore, which was awarded Cigar Aficionado’s #1 Cigar of the Year in 2018 and features an Ecuadoran wrapper, Nicaraguan binder, and a curated mix of fillers sourced from Nicaragua and the […]

August 2, 2024 by Dave

VODCast: Boom! New Firecracker Cigar with Ernesto Perez-Carrillo

This week on The Cigar Authority, broadcasting live from the Toscano Sound Stage in Salem, New Hampshire… Welcome to our annual special edition of TCA for Father’s Day. This year, the Godfather of Boutique Cigars Ernesto Perez-Carrillo and his daughter Lissette join us LIVE as we launch the EPC Pledge Firecracker. In the first hour we light up EPC Pledge Firecracker. In the second hour we fire up a the EPC Inch Nicaragua No. 60 […]

June 16, 2023 by The Cigar Authority

Press Release: E.P. Carrillo Pledge Firecracker On-Sale Monday!

Previously revealed in January, the E.P. Carrillo Pledge Firecracker is now shipping to United Firecracker Retailers. In 2007, the Firecracker line was born. The first cigar on the market with a long piece of tobacco at the head shaped like a ‘wick’ or ‘fuse’ to capture its name; Firecracker. After a few years on the market, the limited release Firecrackers came to life as United Cigars collaborated with a new manufacturer every year to create a […]

June 13, 2023 by The Cigar Authority

Pre-Release: E.P. Carrillo Short Run 2016 Cigar Review

Yesterday I had a chance to sit down with David Spirt and Taylor Hall from E.P. Carrillo who stopped by Two Guys Smoke Shop while in New Hampshire. During the course of the visit, I was gifted a pre-release of the Short Run 2016 which is scheduled to ship to retailers in early May. There are a few things new about this year’s release and the most noticeable is the band which is the first […]

April 8, 2016 by The Cigar Authority