Let's cut straight to the chase - the EP Carrillo Pledge Prequel wraps serious muscle in its 5"x50 frame. This box-pressed Nicaraguan puncher comes packing Connecticut Habano wrapper magic over Ecuadorian binder leaves, delivering what seasoned smokers call "flavor napalm" in a $216/20ct package. The prequel's dense smoke output will coat your palate like liquid asphalt within the first inch.
The initial punch brings black pepper crusted espresso beans and bitter cocoa nibs. Expect visible oil droplets forming on the triple-cap wrapper within 5 minutes. Smoke density hits 8/10 on the volume scale - enough to leave ceiling stains if you're indoor smoking.
At the 25-minute mark, charred oak and licorice root emerge through the Nicaraguan volcanic soil undertones. Watch for uneven burn lines - we had to correct twice using butane touch-ups. The nicotine kick starts creeping up your neck muscles around this stage.
The last act unleashes smoked meat savories with molasses sweetness fighting through tar buildup. Most smokers tap out at 55-minute mark due to nic-stomach. Hardcore enthusiasts report roasted cashew aftertaste lingering 90+ minutes post-smoke.
Dry-box for 48 hours pre-light to mitigate wrapper splitting. Pair with flat Coca-Cola to counteract the nicotine wallop. Stock multiple cutters - the box-press shape chews through standard guillotine blades.
