E.P. Carrillo has announced an addition to its Essence Series, the E.P. Carrillo Honduras. As the third blend in this series, following the Sumatra and Maduro, the E.P. Carrillo Honduras marks a significant milestone by being the first Essence Series creation crafted outside Casa Carrillo, exclusively at the renowned Plasencia Honduran factory.
“Two years ago, our journey took us beyond the Casa Carrillo factory, leading to the creation of the acclaimed INCH Nicaragua in collaboration with Plasencia’s Nicaragua facility. Today, we’re thrilled to unveil the next chapter of our partnership, diving into the heart of Central America with the E.P. Carrillo Honduras. This blend embodies the rich heritage and unparalleled expertise of both our families,” says Ernesto Perez-Carrillo III, who led this ambitious project.
Featuring a meticulous two-year fermentation process that imparts a dark, oily sheen OSA wrapper, a binder from Honduras and the fillers from Honduras & Nicaragua.
The E.P. Carrillo Honduras will be available in three sizes—Robusto (5×50), Toro (6×52), and Gordo (6×60)—with an MSRP ranging from $9.25 for the Robusto, $10 for the Toro and $10.75 for the Gordo, packaged in 24-count boxes. Pre-orders begin in September, with shipments slated for late September.
The Essence Series will expand with six distinctive blends over the next few years, each distinguished by its unique wrapper. Following the debut of the E.P. Carrillo Sumatra at the 2024 PCA and the Maduro, the Essence Series will welcome the Honduras in late September, with Connecticut, Nicaragua, and Cameroon blends to follow.
