E.P. Carrillo · INCH
New WorldExperiencedE.P. Carrillo INCH No. 62
A short, fat 5 x 62 gordo from E.P. Carrillo's INCH line, with an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper packing earthy, peppery, full flavor into a stubby format.
The short answer
The E.P. Carrillo INCH No. 62 is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Dominican Republic gordo with a Ecuador Sumatra wrapper. Expect earth, black pepper, and cedar.
Flavor profile
Earthy · Spice · Roast
The verdict
The E.P. Carrillo INCH No. 62 is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from E.P. Carrillo's INCH line. It's a Dominican Republic (New World) gordo wrapped in Ecuador Sumatra at 5 in × 62.
On the palate, expect earth, black pepper, and cedar, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 70 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with coffee, bourbon, and stout. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The INCH No. 62 is the short-and-fat option in the line, a stubby 5 x 62 gordo. It packs the INCH blend into a wide, quick-to-light format that delivers a lot of smoke in under an hour.
What it tastes like
The blend is the line standard: an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder, with Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers including Piloto Cubano, Corojo, and Criollo '98. Despite the oversized ring gauge, INCH is no mild giant. Expect an earthy core with black pepper, cedar, coffee, and leather, and a cool, generous draw thanks to all that filler. The body holds in the medium-full range, and the shorter length means the flavors arrive quickly and stay concentrated.
Who it's for
A good match for experienced smokers who want a big-ring, full-flavored cigar but do not have time for a long toro. Our cigar strength guide explains where medium-full lands if you are working up to it.
Prefer a longer smoke, or a maduro wrapper? Try the INCH No. 60 or the INCH Maduro No. 64. Log and rate it in the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
E.P. Carrillo INCH No. 62 — frequently asked
- Is the E.P. Carrillo INCH No. 62 a good cigar for beginners?
- Ease into it. The fuller body can be a lot for a first-timer, so it's better once you've built up a little tolerance.
- How strong is the E.P. Carrillo INCH No. 62?
- The E.P. Carrillo INCH No. 62 is Medium-Full-bodied. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the E.P. Carrillo INCH No. 62 taste like?
- Expect earth, black pepper, and cedar, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the E.P. Carrillo INCH No. 62?
- It pairs well with coffee, bourbon, and stout. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the E.P. Carrillo INCH No. 62?
- Plan on about 70 minutes for the gordo — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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