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Back in the olden times, cigar makers did many things differently. They used candela wrappers everywhere. They loved Criollo above all. And they hired someone to read the newspaper in the factory.

But those days are gone.

Some things, however, can still be revived. All is not lost. Certain sizes and shapes of cigars have been brought back. And certain methods, too, can be picked up out of storage and put to good use once more. CAO Pilón cigars in particular pay homage to the fermentation methods of old.

A pilón is a stack of tobacco leaves piled high for the purpose of fermentation. This isn’t alcohol fermentation, where microorganisms turn sugar into booze. Instead, leaves are heated and wetted, causing them to release undesirable compounds like ammonia. The leaf turns darker and darker and becomes the familiar earthy and sweet Maduro we all know and love.

A modern pilón can be huge – 20 feet long, in some cases. An older pilón was smaller and more circular. Because of the reduced size, it takes longer to properly ferment the tobacco. This can result in a more complete fermenting and a different flavor profile. It is this method that the CAO Pilón was built around.

Using a luscious Nicaraguan long-filler blend and a painstakingly aged Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, the whole blend comes together beautifully. This wrapper leaf was prepared for smoking with more care than the average, resulting in a smoking experience that is quite enjoyable. Get it lit and take a draw for a leading flavor of pepper, carried on a cedar plank. Continue on for notes of maple coffee, and a thick, creamy smoke that really makes itself known. This ain’t no thin, wispy piece of puff – this is a dense cloud that you can totally sink your teeth into.

Sometimes, the old way is the best way.

Please browse our selection of CAO Pilón cigars at your leisure.

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CAO Pilon FAQ'S

What are the flavors like?

Pepper, cedar, maple coffee
What’s the strength level?

Medium-Full
Who is this cigar for?

CAO Pilón cigars are for people who want a lovely set of flavors from a perfectly fermented leaf.
Will I want to smoke it to the nub?

Oh yes.
What’s a good pairing with it?

This is great with some scotch. Pour a Speyburn Arranta Casks Single Malt, which is finished in bourbon barrels for a bit of “Americanized” flair.
What’s the best time/place to smoke this cigar?

When modern methods are pissing you off, and you want a return to the old ways (Caution: think too much on it and you might want to trudge off into the woods to build a log cabin and never return.)
Any flaws/downsides?

Some examples are milder than expected.

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CAO Pilon FAQ'S

What are the flavors like?

What’s the strength level?

Who is this cigar for?

Will I want to smoke it to the nub?

What’s a good pairing with it?

What’s the best time/place to smoke this cigar?

Any flaws/downsides?