Let's talk about the chunky EP Carrillo INCH Nicaragua No.62 - this 5x62 parejo comes in boxes of 24 sticks priced at $225.72. The fattest offering in the INCH series packs 100% Nicaraguan tobacco from three growing regions, rolled at Plasencia's Esteli factory. First puff feels like getting hugged by a tobacco farmer wearing a leather apron.
First Third: Immediate black pepper kick (think fresh-ground Tellicherry) melds with damp earth and burnt molasses. Smoke output could shame a steam locomotive - dense plumes with acidic tingle on retrohale.
Middle Third: The Jalapa sweetness emerges through espresso grounds and charred cedar. Noticeable nicotine buildup - not quite "cigar sweats" but demands slow pacing. Ash holds solid 1.5 inches before dropping.
Final Third: Leather tannins dominate with roasted cashew undertones. Smoke turns creamy but watch that heat - the 62 ring gauge demands expert puff control to prevent bitter notes.
The oily maduro wrapper feels like worn saddle leather. Triple-seam cap survives multiple cuts. Burn line stays even without touch-ups - impressive for such thick gauge. Final smoke time clocks 85-90 minutes.
Nicaraguan puro lovers wanting maximum flavor payload. Not ideal for newbies - the 62 ring magnifies every blending imperfection. Best enjoyed after heavy meals with black coffee or añejo tequila. Let rest 6+ months if you prefer smoother transitions between flavor phases.
