If you are one of many avid cigar smokers having a large collection of cigars, you probably already know what a cigar humidor is. Otherwise, you should understand that cigars degrade over time if you do not store them in the right conditions. A humidor is any container with humidity […]
Cigar lovers will tell you about different factors contributing to every cigar smoking experience with each unique type of cigar. While cigar brands and types matter, a wide range of cigar accessories, such as cutters and humidors, are also important. Regardless of what quality cigar you smoke, using a cutter […]
Of all the coffee pairings that would come to mind, a good cigar is one of the most understated. Even with millions of coffee lovers, only a cigar enthusiast can tell you that cigars and coffee have complementary flavor profiles. Both carry a hint of acid, spice, complex flavors, and […]
With the rich culture surrounding cigars, you’re probably wondering why some have hefty price tags. Cigar lovers will tell you of the special experience they get from each exquisite cigar they cross out from their bucket list. If you just developed a taste in smokes, you’re most certainly interested in […]
An arc lighter has many uses at home, but can you light a cigar with an arc lighter? Understandably, this is a question only asked by those who enjoy smoking a cigar once in a while. To answer that question and understand how doing so affects your cigar, you first […]
Cohiba has been around since 1968, but the people involved in its creation have been rolling the best cigars for several years prior. Eduardo Ribera, a Cuban roller for one of Fidel Castro’s bodyguards, was the one who came up with the Cohiba cigar blends. With a history as rich […]
Whether you’re celebrating a precious milestone or just trying to calm your nerves after a rough day, lighting up a cigar definitely does the trick. To take it one step further, do as other gentlemen do and pour yourself a glass of cognac. That said, you will need to find […]
If you know how it feels to hold a freshly-cut cigar between your fingers, you also know how to savor life’s most significant moments. That said, the quality of the cigar you’re smoking matters. Whether you want to upgrade your cigar experience or looking for something new, you should check […]
The V-shaped cutter is one of the classic tools for getting a premium cigar ready to be smoked. The iconic v-cut style is gaining popularity among cigar aficionados who are constantly exploring new blends and flavor profiles looking for a more concentrated smoke delivery. Besides the v-cut, there are also […]
One of the first things you learn in the cigar world is that cigars should be kept in a controlled environment at all times. That will allow them to mature, become tastier, and age slower. Not using a premium cigar humidor can ruin your stogies. The same can be said […]
If you’re out enjoying a round of golf with your friends, you want to have all the right cigar gear on hand such as a great cigar cutter, lighter, and maybe even a cigar case. But, if you’re prone to smoking thick, long cigars, then the odds are when it’s […]
Cigar humidifiers are produced for a single reason – to keep the relative humidity (RH) of your humidor box relatively stable around a certain level so your tasty cigars stay fresh. That stable RH will allow your cigars to develop their natural taste properties and be stored for quite some […]
Depending on the type of smoker you are, chances are that you go through at least a few good cigars per week. This might not create a ton of leftover ash but it can be annoying having to dispose of it separately. But what if there is a way to […]
One of the most overwhelming parts of the cigar world is just how many cigars there are out there. If you’re just now starting to get into cigars, the sheer number of different options you can try can quickly become too much. This is why knowing how to taste a […]
When you enter the world of cigars, the first thing you will notice is that different cigars taste completely different from one another. Some might have a fruity flavor to them, while others might taste like cinnamon with notes of black pepper or cocoa. Learning all these cigar tasting notes […]
In the world of cigar humidors, there are quite a lot of cheap, medium-priced, and expensive options for you to choose from. One of the main differences between cheaper and premium boxes is that the budget humidors hardly manage to keep their relative humidity in check. In most cases, this […]
Cigar humidors come in all sizes and shapes. The accessories that come with them also vary from model to model. This is why setting up a new humidor box isn’t always as straightforward as one would hope. Some models will come with their hygrometer unassembled (and uncalibrated), while others will […]
Smoking your favorite cigar after a long and successful day at work is one of the most enjoyable experiences out there. When you are just getting started in the cigar world, however, there will be plenty of information you will have to absorb. One of the most important aspects of […]
While smoking cigars is the father of all hobbies, properly storing them and keeping them well-protected is a craft of its own. Most stogie smokers will own humidors and almost all modern cigar humidors come with a hygrometer, either digital or analog. These measuring units often tend to be inaccurate […]
Cuban cigars have held their dominance over the market for centuries. But with the US embargo in place and with other countries claiming a stake in the cigar industry, Cuban cigar prices tend to be put under question. So, why are Cuban cigars so expensive? And do other cigars from […]
During the entirety of cigar history, cigars have been counterfeited and sold for more than their worth. This was done to fool beginner smokers with premium brands at a bargain price. The reality was (and still is) that there are cigars made from worse and cheaper tobacco leaves that are […]
If you’re a cigar aficionado and you’re planning a long trip or a vacation, the first question that will pop into your head will be how to travel with cigars. Moreover, how to do it without having issues with the TSA at the airport or ruining the cigar’s freshness in […]
While the current trade embargo prohibits the import of any Cuban cigars, there have been a lot of conversations on allowing travelers to return with 100$ worth of cigars in their luggage. Even without having to import them, how would you spend 100$ if you had to buy the best […]
Cigar cellophane wrappers (or cellos) have been around for around a century now. They’ve slowly become an irreplaceable part of cigars and it is hard to find a company that ships their cigars unwrapped. Whether or not you should remove them, however, is a question as old as the wrappers […]
As cigars grow old or are stored improperly, they start showing signs of that same aging process. One of the most common conversations in the cigar world is one of cigar plume vs mold. The reason for that is because beginners often have a hard time telling them apart. But […]
