E.P. Carrillo · Pledge
New WorldExperiencedE.P. Carrillo Pledge Sojourn
The toro of E.P. Carrillo's award-winning Pledge line — a box-pressed 6 x 52 with cocoa, espresso, and black pepper over a longer, more relaxed smoke.
The short answer
The E.P. Carrillo Pledge Sojourn is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Dominican Republic toro with a Connecticut Havana seed wrapper. Expect black pepper, cocoa, and espresso.
Flavor profile
Spice · Sweet · Roast · Earthy
The verdict
The E.P. Carrillo Pledge Sojourn is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from E.P. Carrillo's Pledge line. It's a Dominican Republic (New World) toro wrapped in Connecticut Havana seed at 6 in × 52.
On the palate, expect black pepper, cocoa, and espresso, leaning spice. Plan on roughly 70 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with espresso, aged rum, and neat whiskey. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Sojourn takes the blend that made E.P. Carrillo's Pledge the #1 Cigar of 2020 and stretches it into a box-pressed 6 x 52 toro. If you loved the Prequel robusto but wanted more time with it, this is the size to reach for.
What it tastes like
The dark Connecticut Havana-seed wrapper, Ecuadorian binder, and aged Nicaraguan fillers deliver the same core profile: black pepper and spicy oak up front, giving way to dark cocoa, espresso, and cedar with a baking-spice finish. The extra length lets the flavors develop more gradually, and the box press concentrates the smoke for a chewy, full-flavored draw. Body sits in the medium-full range from the first third on.
Who it's for
Best for experienced smokers with an hour or more to spare, since the toro burns longer than the robusto. The dark, maduro-like wrapper and rich sweetness make it a natural for fans of fuller cigars; see how that compares in our maduro vs Connecticut breakdown.
Prefer a shorter version of the same smoke? The Pledge Prequel robusto is the original award winner. Track your humidor and rate this one in the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Maduro vs Connecticut wrappers.
E.P. Carrillo Pledge Sojourn — frequently asked
- Is the E.P. Carrillo Pledge Sojourn 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 Pledge Sojourn?
- The E.P. Carrillo Pledge Sojourn 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 Pledge Sojourn taste like?
- Expect black pepper, cocoa, and espresso, leaning spice. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the E.P. Carrillo Pledge Sojourn?
- It pairs well with espresso, aged rum, and neat whiskey. 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 Pledge Sojourn?
- Plan on about 70 minutes for the toro — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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