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Pledge

“I will never stop working with the best tobaccos and bringing new and innovative blends to you.” – Ernesto Perez-Carrillo.

From the legendary brand that brought you La Historia and Encore, E.P. Carrillo proudly presents the Pledge. This bold expression from the master himself has earned its place as an instant classic, achieving the highest honor as Cigar Aficionado’s Cigar of the Year for 2020 with an impressive 98-point rating.

The E.P. Carrillo Pledge is a testament to Ernesto Perez-Carrillo’s dedication to excellence and innovation in cigar crafting. This full-bodied masterpiece is crafted with the finest tobaccos, delivering a rich and complex flavor profile that has captivated cigar enthusiasts worldwide.

Awards
  • Prequel: 2020 No. 1 Cigar of the Year – Cigar Aficionado rated 98
  • Prequel: Tobacco Business Best Dominican Cigar of 2021
  • Prequel: Cigar Journal Best Dominican Cigar of 2021
  • Prequel: Cigar Dojo Cigar of the Year 2020
  • Sojourn: Rated 91 by Cigar Aficionado Magazine
  • Apogee: Rated 93 by Cigar Aficionado Magazine

Taste – Full-Flavored

Our boldest expression in a cigar that is full of rich complex flavors. Expect a powerhouse of flavors with the Pledge. From the first draw, you’ll experience noticeable spice and robust wood notes, balanced by a hint of sweetness. The complexity of flavors is enhanced by its aromatic quality, making each puff an indulgent experience. The smooth coffee finish rounds off the profile, leaving a lasting impression on the palate.

Strength – Full

Sizes

  • Prequel: 5 X 50
  • Sojourn: 6 X 52
  • Apogee: 6 1/4 X 58

Tobaccos

  • Origin: Dominican Republic
  • Wrapper: USA
  • Binder: Ecuador
  • Filler: Nicaragua

Reviews

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Amazingly smooth and delicious!

Rated 5.0 out of 5
9 October, 2024

Amazingly smooth and delicious! My daughter bought me one of these as a birthday present. The moment I lit it I realized this was a very special cigar! I hope to buy more if they are affordable.

John

Best of the best

Rated 5.0 out of 5
30 August, 2024

My all time favourite. Always keep some handy. Best flavour of any cigar.

Paul buckley

Ripe Creamy Enjoyment

Rated 5.0 out of 5
30 August, 2024

I loved this one a little more than the encore and a little less than the encore black series. It’s more profound in it’s nutty, sweet and leathery flavor. One of my top 10s for sure!

Stefan Gligorijevic

Pledge

Rated 5.0 out of 5
30 August, 2024

This cigar is one of the best I’ve ever smoked. The flavor change to apple pie blew me away

C

Amazing!

Rated 5.0 out of 5
28 August, 2024

Greatest cigar I have ever smoked!

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Traditions are the roots that keep culture thriving. EP Carrillo embodies this foundation through family, quality, and character in the creation of each premium cigar. For four generations, our family has cultivated and refined this practice through heritage, precision, and craft.

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Achievements like this are the confluence of skill, talent and experience. In his 50-year career, Perez-Carrillo has owned factories big and small, worked for a major corporation, and has been making cigars on his own terms for the last decade. Now a two-time Cigar of the Year recipient, the man who’s done it all in the cigar business has just done it again.

GREGORY MOTTOLACigar Aficionado