If the Majestic is the award winner, the E.P. Carrillo Encore Celestial Toro (6 1/8 x 50) is its longer, slower sibling. Same all-Nicaraguan blend, same box press, rolled in the Dominican Republic, and the same recipe Cigar Aficionado named its No. 1 Cigar of 2018 (96) in the Majestic size.
The extra length gives the blend time to unfold: cedar and sweet earth first, then baking spice and a creamy, nougat-like sweetness in the second half. Medium-full throughout. At about 70 minutes, it is a Weekend Warrior on the Burn Clock.
Save it for a reflective evening or the back half of a weekend. Small-batch bourbon or a spiced rum in the glass, or a strong black tea. Boxes of 20. Explore more bourbon pairing cigars and medium-full cigars.
