E.P. Carrillo New Wave Connecticut Brillantes

Today we have the E.P. Carrillo New Wave Connecticut Brillantes.  This cigar has a light tan wrapper with no visible veins and a slightly visible seems.  It comes in at 5 X 50.  After lighting, the draw is perfect, producing a large amount of smoke output.  The draw flavors are a fairly spicy black pepper and earth.  A semi sweet, and creamy textured cedar dominate the finish with the black pepper flavor and tingle sensation come in towards the end.  The body is at a mild to medium and the flavors fade away fairly quickly.  The burn through the first inch is razor sharp.

Just over 2 inches down and not much has changed.  The cedar and black pepper spice is still the initial flavors through the draw.  The finish is still a creamy textured and now creamy flavored cedar.  A sweet tobacco note has also come in and is a nice complement to the cream and cedar.  The flavors are all melting together nicely.  The cigar is very smooth and is a delightful experience.  The body is holding at a medium and the flavors are starting to stay on the palate longer.  The burn remains razor sharp.

With just over an Inch left, the draw flavors remain the same.  The finish is seeing a warm leather note come in.  The black pepper flavor and tingle sensation is starting to become harsh. The body is still at a medium and the burn remains razor sharp.  I sat the cigar down for the last time at the 1 hour and 2 minute mark. Overall, this cigar was one of the better Connecticut's I have ever smoked.  It had just enough to keep it interesting and keep my attention.  Another great thing about this cigar is that it delivers a great smoking experience for all palates. It also as a $4.49 price tag, which is an amazing deal!

Price: $4.49

Appearance: 10/10

Draw: 20/20

Burn: 20/20

Flavor:  16/20

Complexity: 15/20

Burn Time: 10/10

Overall Score:  91 / Great Cigar