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Pledge

“I will never stop working with the best tobaccos and bringing new and innovative blends to you.” – Ernesto Perez-Carrillo.

From the legendary brand that brought you La Historia and Encore, Casa Carrillo proudly presents the Pledge. This bold expression from the master himself has earned its place as an instant classic, achieving the highest honor as Cigar Aficionado’s Cigar of the Year for 2020 with an impressive 98-point rating.

The Casa Carrillo Pledge is a testament to Ernesto Perez-Carrillo’s dedication to excellence and innovation in cigar crafting. This full-bodied masterpiece is crafted with the finest tobaccos, delivering a rich and complex flavor profile that has captivated cigar enthusiasts worldwide.

Awards
  • Prequel: 2020 No. 1 Cigar of the Year – Cigar Aficionado rated 98
  • Prequel: Tobacco Business Best Dominican Cigar of 2021
  • Prequel: Cigar Journal Best Dominican Cigar of 2021
  • Prequel: Cigar Dojo Cigar of the Year 2020
  • Sojourn: Rated 91 by Cigar Aficionado Magazine
  • Apogee: Rated 93 by Cigar Aficionado Magazine

Taste – Full-Flavored

Our boldest expression in a cigar that is full of rich complex flavors. Expect a powerhouse of flavors with the Pledge. From the first draw, you’ll experience noticeable spice and robust wood notes, balanced by a hint of sweetness. The complexity of flavors is enhanced by its aromatic quality, making each puff an indulgent experience. The smooth coffee finish rounds off the profile, leaving a lasting impression on the palate.

Strength – Full

Sizes

  • Prequel: 5 X 50
  • Sojourn: 6 X 52
  • Apogee: 6 1/4 X 58

Tobaccos

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

Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 stars (based on 322 reviews)
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Top of its Class

21 August, 2026

Excellent cigar

Never disappoints

Excellent burn and excellent draw

Full of flavor

HOVIK TAYMOORIAN

Can't beat it

10 July, 2026

I love the cigar and I buy it buy two or three boxes at a time because that’s how much I like to smoke them

Susan

Wonderful

10 July, 2026

Great cigar with perfect construction. A must for any cigar lover.

Joe Galvez

Amazing cigar!

10 July, 2026

Love this cigar…one of my favorites to end the day with

Derek Jordan

Bold

10 July, 2026

Flavor bomb

Carlos Carrillo

Great cigar

10 July, 2026

This is just a beautiful smoke… Everyone should try it.

Giuliano

Great Cigar

10 July, 2026

First Casa Carrillo I tried and so far my favorite

Radames Serrano

The OG Pledge

10 July, 2026

The Pledge is well constructed, full bodied, and enjoyable smoke. Only my regular rotation

Jason Bedisky

Incredible

10 July, 2026

Awesome flavor great burn!

Juan Avayu

Perfection!!!

10 July, 2026

Sweet, savory, chocolate perfection.

Warren Simmons

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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