E.P. Carrillo Encore
A Nicaraguan puro made from extensively aged tobacco.
Blend and specs
| Brand | E.P. Carrillo |
|---|---|
| Made in | Dominican Republic |
| Maker | Casa Carrillo (formerly Tabacalera La Alianza) |
| Wrapper | Nicaraguan |
| Binder | Nicaragua |
| Filler | Nicaragua |
| Strength | Medium–Full |
| Wrapper family | Sun grown (bold, earthy) |
| Shape | Mostly round (parejo) and figurado sizes |
| Brand type | Independent / family |
Specs come from published maker and retailer information. Tobacco origins can change between production runs; check the box or band for the cigar you're buying.
What reviewers and smokers say
Reviewed on: blindmanspuff.com, cigar-coop.com, cigaraficionado.com, cigardojo.com, developingpalates.com, halfwheel.com, kohnhed.com, leafenthusiast.com. Counts come from Google results collected in November 2026; scores are those quoted in review snippets. See what the data shows.
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Common questions
What wrapper does the E.P. Carrillo Encore use?
The E.P. Carrillo Encore uses a Nicaraguan wrapper, with a Nicaragua binder and Nicaragua filler.
How strong is the E.P. Carrillo Encore?
It's generally rated medium to full in strength (4 on our 5-point scale).
Where is the E.P. Carrillo Encore made?
In Dominican Republic.
If I like the E.P. Carrillo Encore, what else should I try?
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