Casa Carrillo will introduce Ascend at PCA 2026 this weekend in New Orleans. Manufactured at the Casa Carrillo Cigar Factory in Santiago, Dominican Republic, Ascend features an Ecuador Habano wrapper, a Nicaraguan binder from Estelí, and Nicaraguan fillers selected for their richness, structure, and layered complexity. The blend was developed to create a smoking experience that evolves gradually, allowing each stage to reveal new dimensions of the tobacco’s character.
- Wrapper: Ecuador Habano
- Binder: Nicaragua (Estelí)
- Filler: Nicaragua
- Saddle (5 x 50) – $12.75 MSRP
- Ridge (6 x 52) – $13.75 MSRP
- Peak (6 1/4 x 58) – $14.95 MSRP
“Smokers today have many choices, and we approach that with humility and dedication,” said Ernesto Perez-Carrillo. “Our goal is always to continue refining our craft so that each cigar offers balance, depth, and an experience that develops from beginning to end.”
Ascend takes its place within the Perez-Carrillo Series alongside acclaimed releases like Pledge, Allegiance, La Historia, and Encore—each blend representing a defining chapter in the Carrillo legacy. Where those cigars have earned recognition for their depth, character, and consistency, Ascend builds on that foundation with a focus on progression, offering a more deliberate, evolving experience that reflects the next step in the series’ continued pursuit of excellence.
Casa Carrillo is set to debut Ascend in twenty-count boxes at the PCA Convention & International Trade Show in New Orleans. Pre-orders will open during the show, with shipping to retailers scheduled to begin in late May/early June.
