E.P. Carrillo · INCH
New WorldExperiencedE.P. Carrillo INCH No. 64
The namesake 6 1/8 x 64 of E.P. Carrillo's INCH line — a full inch thick, with an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper and bold, earthy, peppery flavor.
The short answer
The E.P. Carrillo INCH No. 64 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. 64 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 6.125 in × 64.
On the palate, expect earth, black pepper, and cedar, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 85 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 No. 64 is the cigar that gave the INCH line its name: at a 64 ring gauge it measures a full inch across. This 6 1/8 x 64 gordo is the biggest size in the range and the flagship of E.P. Carrillo's big-ring experiment.
What it tastes like
The blend wraps an Ecuadorian Sumatra leaf around a Nicaraguan binder and a filler of Nicaraguan and Dominican tobacco, including Piloto Cubano, Corojo, and Criollo '98. INCH set out to prove a huge ring gauge could still be bold, and it succeeds: earthy and robust, with black pepper, cedar, coffee, and leather. The enormous draw stays cool and the smoke pours out, while the body sits medium-full from start to finish. It is a slow, substantial cigar.
Who it's for
Built for experienced smokers who love a true one-inch ring gauge and want flavor to match the size. If you mostly smoke thinner Cuban shapes, this is a different experience entirely; see Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Want the same size in a dark maduro wrapper? Try the INCH Maduro No. 64, or step down to the INCH No. 60. Track it in the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
E.P. Carrillo INCH No. 64 — frequently asked
- Is the E.P. Carrillo INCH No. 64 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. 64?
- The E.P. Carrillo INCH No. 64 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. 64 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. 64?
- 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. 64?
- Plan on about 85 minutes for the gordo — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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