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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

4.8
4.8 out of 5 stars (based on 207 reviews)
Excellent86%
Very good13%
Average0%
Poor0%
Terrible1%

Terrific Cigar

18 June, 2025

I’m not sure how many cigars I’ve smoked, but it’s a lot! La Historia rates as one of my personal top 3! I’ve got multiple boxes…El Senador, Donna Elena, E-111. It doesn’t matter which size you choose, all are terrific!

Mike Sapienza

A must have in the humidor!

18 June, 2025

My first cigar from EP Carrillo was the encore, I was very impressed and started looking into their history. I know keep atleast 2 of each in my humidor (Pledge, Encore, La Historia, and the inch) La Historia is a great cigar with great flavors, I have given many to newbie cigar smokers and they enjoy it as well. Can’t go wrong with anything from Casa Carrillo!

Gabriel Martinez

La Historia

18 June, 2025

La Historia offers a rich, balanced burn with notes of cedar, spice, and earthy undertones. The Dominican tobacco provides smoothness, complemented by the Mexican wrapper’s sweetness and the Nicaraguan filler’s boldness. A refined, flavorful experience suitable for both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers seeking complexity in every puff.

Ricky Jimenez

Excellent

18 June, 2025

There are few cigars I would label as “excellent,” but this is one of them. A nice medium- to full flavor with complex notes. Extremely enjoyable!

Ross Forrester

First of many

18 June, 2025

This was my first experience with EPC as it was given to me a gift. Great smoke that started my love for all EPC blends!

Chad Zimmerman

Flavor Forward!

18 June, 2025

Coffee and cocoa with the right amount of spice! The flavors are strong and balanced well.

Joshua Wright

Review

18 June, 2025

Love the homage to history designed in the cigar band. Look forward to leaving a more detailed review when I try my first one. Oh as a graphic designer… Love the rebranding.

Tilden Jones

Great Cigar

18 June, 2025

Love the more rectangular box press shape on this one with notes of coffee and cedar and chocolate. Great smoke

Michael Washell

Beautiful cigar

18 June, 2025

Very tasty treat.

Frank

Favorite LGC

18 June, 2025

Still the best of the bunch in my opinion. All are good, but this one has been one of my box purchase favs.

John B

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TRADICION

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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Don't take our word for it

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