{"product_id":"e-p-carrillo-encore-cigar","title":"E.P. Carrillo Encore Majestic Cigar - EP Carrillo - 2018 No. 1 Cigar of the Year","description":"\u003ch2\u003eE.P. Carrillo Encore\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe E.P. Carrillo Encore is a masterclass in Nicaraguan craftsmanship — a full-bodied cigar that delivers a rich, complex smoking experience from first light to final draw. Blended by the legendary Ernesto Perez-Carrillo, the Encore is a celebration of bold, layered flavour with remarkable consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark chocolate and espresso on the cold draw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich earth and cedar on the palate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle sweetness with a long, satisfying finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-bodied with a smooth, creamy smoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCigar Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaragua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWrapper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ecuadorian Habano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaraguan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiller:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaraguan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA premium choice for the discerning aficionado seeking depth, complexity, and an unforgettable smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhiskey Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevate your experience with one of our curated whiskey samples — each chosen to complement the Encore's bold, complex character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackpoolbourbon.com\/products\/buffalo-trace-experimental-collection-peated-malt-straight-bourbon-whiskey-45-abv-30ml-sample?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=Buffalo+Trace+Experimental+%E2%80%93+Peated+Malt+Straight+Bourbon\u0026amp;_psid=a6e341f31\u0026amp;_ss=e\" title=\"Buffalo Trace Experimental – Peated Malt Straight Bourbon\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Experimental – Peated Malt Straight Bourbon\u003c\/a\u003e (45% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Smoky complexity mirrors the Encore's earthy depth. A bold, adventurous match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackpoolbourbon.com\/products\/van-winkle-family-reserve-rye-13-year-old-2023-release-47-8-abv-30ml-sample?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=bf26926b0\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"PAPPY Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13 Year\"\u003ePAPPY Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13 Year\u003c\/a\u003e (47.8% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rye spice and aged sweetness complement the Encore's full body beautifully. A premium pairing for a premium cigar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackpoolbourbon.com\/products\/makers-mark-bourbon-whisky-30ml-sample?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=68af8d57f\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Maker's Mark Bourbon \"\u003eMaker's Mark Bourbon \u003c\/a\u003e(45% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Caramel and vanilla softness balances the Encore's intensity. A classic, approachable pairing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackpoolbourbon.com\/products\/catoctin-creek-barrel-select-rye-whisky-madeira-cask-southport-whisky-club-68-5-abv-30ml-sample?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=9a3b63f8c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Catoctin Creek Barrel Select Rye – Madeira Cask\"\u003eCatoctin Creek Barrel Select Rye – Madeira Cask\u003c\/a\u003e (68.5% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Dried fruit and wine cask richness plays off the Encore's dark chocolate notes. A complex, adventurous pairing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAwards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMajestic:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2018 No. 1 Cigar of the Year – \u003cem\u003eCigar Aficionado\u003c\/em\u003e rated 96\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize \/ Vitola\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5⅜″ (5.375″) × 52 ring gauge – Robusto\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBox-pressed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium (some reviews note medium+ or medium-to-full)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWrapper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNicaraguan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNicaraguan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNicaraguan (Estelí, Condega \u0026amp; Jalapa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDominican Republic (Tabacalera La Alianza)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlend Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNicaraguan puro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"E.P. 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