E.P. Carrillo · New Wave Connecticut
New WorldBeginnersE.P. Carrillo New Wave Connecticut Brillantes
E.P. Carrillo's mellow Connecticut robusto — a 5 x 50 with a golden Ecuadorian wrapper offering cream, cedar, and almond in a smooth, easygoing smoke.
Flavor profile
Creamy · Earthy · Roast · Spice
The Brillantes is the 5 x 50 robusto in E.P. Carrillo's New Wave Connecticut, the line that shows off Ernesto Perez-Carrillo's softer, breakfast-cigar side. It is a golden, mellow smoke and one of the more beginner-friendly cigars in the brand's catalog.
What it tastes like
A silky Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper covers a Nicaraguan binder and Dominican-Nicaraguan fillers. The profile is classic Connecticut shade: cream and cedar, toasted almond, mild coffee, and a touch of white pepper for definition. There is more body here than a typical Connecticut, but it stays comfortably in the mild-medium range, with a smooth, even burn that makes the robusto an easy daily smoke.
Who it's for
A solid entry point for beginners and anyone who wants a relaxed morning cigar without much spice or strength. If you are deciding between a pale Connecticut like this and a dark maduro, our maduro vs Connecticut guide explains the difference.
New to lighting and cutting? Start with how to cut a cigar. For a longer version of this blend, see the New Wave Connecticut Divinos toro. Log it in the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Maduro vs Connecticut wrappers.
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