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La Historia

Every cigar tells a story, and La Historia by Casa Carrillo is a deeply personal narrative of the Perez-Carrillo family, paying homage to the women who have inspired the master blender himself, Ernesto Perez-Carrillo. This exceptional cigar is more than just a blend; it’s a heartfelt tribute to Ernesto’s mother and daughter, depicted on the band, symbolizing the rich heritage and enduring legacy of the Perez-Carrillo family.

The artwork on the band is a poignant representation of Ernesto’s inspirations: his mother in the tobacco fields of Cuba and his daughter in his home of Miami, FL. These images encapsulate the journey of the Perez-Carrillo family from Cuba to the United States, symbolizing resilience, tradition, and the pursuit of excellence.

Awards
  • E-III: 2014 No. 2 Cigar of the Year – Cigar Aficionado rated 95
  • El Senador: Rated 93 by Cigar Aficionado
  • Parientes: #1 Dominican Cigar of 2021 by Cigars Lovers Magazine
  • Dona Elena: Rated 93 by Cigar Aficionado

Taste – Full-Flavored

This full-flavored cigar exudes richness and complexity, presenting a harmonious blend of cocoa and coffee undertones that promise to captivate your senses. Its robust and gratifying conclusion leaves a subtle sweetness lingering on the palate, making it an ideal selection for those with a penchant for premium cigars. The well-rounded amalgamation of spice and earthy notes ensures that each draw is a moment to relish, allowing you to fully appreciate the intricate flavor profile of this cigar.

Strength – Medium Full

Sizes

  • El Senador: 5 3/8 X 52
  • Doña Elena: 6 1/8 X 50
  • E-III: 6 7/8 X 54
  • Regalias D’ Celia Piramides: 5 7/8 X 58

Tobaccos

  • Origin: Dominican Republic
  • Wrapper: Mexico
  • Binder: Ecuador
  • Filler: Nicaragua

Reviews

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Best torpedo ever.

1 April, 2026

This cigar in torpedo is absolutely exquisite. Hints of mesquite with a fantastic retrohale on the second third and throughout. Glorious.

Victor Montilla

Super complex!

17 March, 2026

Supper coffee tastes and very creamy and silky! Not bitter at all and you could definitely taste that there was a lot of complexity in making this cigar right from the beginning!

David Ponce de Leon

The One

17 March, 2026

La Historia is the first blend I ever tried from Casa Carrillo. It did not disappoint. It checked every box in what I look for in a cigar. A cigar that’s bold, spicey, with a sweetness on the finish that remained all the way through. Amazing notes of black coffee, slight chocolate, and a peppery retro hale. I fell in love with it. For me it’s a blend I could enjoy any time of the day that will leave me satisfied and never disappoint.

Colby

ONE OF MY FAVORITES

17 March, 2026

I LOVE San Andres wrappers and this one delivers hands down. Chocolate, espresso and nuttiness. Delicious!!!

Adrian Z

Great breakfast cigar

17 March, 2026

I was looking for a good Carrillo cigar to pair well with in the morning that had loads of great baking notes. I did a cigar search on this website to help select one and the La Historia came up. Can’t say enough about this cigar but excellent cinnamon, bready and sweet chocolate notes that completed my morning craving!

Devin Hall

Just tried this one and it’s a winner!

17 March, 2026

I usually go for pledge but recently tried La Historia and was so happy to add another cigar into rotation!

JC Avayu

Tried It Once, Ordered a Box

17 March, 2026

The first time I smoked the E.P. Carrillo La Historia, I knew right away I’d be ordering more. It only took one cigar to convince me. The flavor was incredible, rich, bold, and beautifully balanced with deep notes that kept me engaged the entire smoke.

Nikita P

Great smoke

17 March, 2026

This cigar is great for an everyday smoke.

Gideon steinhour

Outstanding experience.

23 January, 2026

Rich, tasty, well layered complexity, just a beautiful cigar for an outstanding experience.

Jay Venakki

Ohhh Wow!!!

23 January, 2026

As an intermediate beginner in cigars I am searching for my favorite palate in flavor and build quality. This one here hits all the right notes! Very nice draw, good even burn.

Medium to strong…instant coffee and earth flavor….slight cacao in the back…smooth as silk and instant feel of a premium cigar…

It’s a Wow factor for me and a sure thing that I will be enjoying this cigar some more in the near future!!!

James

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Traditions are the roots that keep culture thriving. EP Carrillo embodies this foundation through family, quality, and character in the creation of each premium cigar. For four generations, our family has cultivated and refined this practice through heritage, precision, and craft.

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Achievements like this are the confluence of skill, talent and experience. In his 50-year career, Perez-Carrillo has owned factories big and small, worked for a major corporation, and has been making cigars on his own terms for the last decade. Now a two-time Cigar of the Year recipient, the man who’s done it all in the cigar business has just done it again.

GREGORY MOTTOLACigar Aficionado