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Your cigar box may be at risk from a secret predator.
Many cigar aficionados have been shocked and repulsed at finding their treasured cigars infested with Lasioderma Serricorne, also known as tobacco beetles.
This dreaded beetle feeds on your precious cigars. They don’t care if your cigars are tobacconist mass-market brands or imported beauties.
What is the tobacco beetle [...]
If you are not an experienced cigar smoker, you may be wondering why cigar aficionados use humidors.
Humidors are used to store and protect cigars so that they are kept at their peak flavor. A humidor works by keeping a cigar at a constant temperature, somewhere between 68 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit, and about 70-72% humidity.
Many [...]
Everyone knows that Cuban cigars are the most coveted cigars, renowned worldwide for their smoothness and rich flavors. Cuban cigars are so prized that many illegitimate dealers have been known to sell fake Cubans to unsuspecting cigar smokers.
How do you tell if what you have is a fake or the real thing? First, make certain that [...]
Almost everyone has heard about the health risks of smoking both cigars and cigarettes and the dangers of secondhand smoke. But which is worse? Do cigar smokers really have the advantage over cigarettes smokers? The answer is much more complicated than anyone ever thought.
A Matter of Degree
Research from the National Cancer Institute indicates that the [...]
Cigars have long been associated with the rich and powerful, with relaxation and rich flavor.
Cigar aficionados have created a mystique around the art of smoking, assembling various theories and accessories to debate and facilitate smoking. Much like wine tasting, cigar smoking has been seen as a diversion of the upper echelons of society.
It is believed that [...]
What are the basics of cigar smoking?
How do you light a cigar?
How do you draw on the cigar properly?
Do you inhale?
What are the dos and don’ts of cigar smoking?
If you have ever pondered any of these questions, read on. Here is a simple and accessible primer designed to help you gain familiarity with the sometimes [...]
Check the ashtray—the ashes left behind can speak volumes about the quality of your cigar.
Here a few simple tips to determining the quality of your cigar.
First, note how fast your cigar burns. A cigar that seems to burn too quickly or disposes ashes that break apart easily is probably a lower quality cigar.
If the ashes [...]
For new smokers, lighting a cigar can seem as mysterious as learning to choose a good one. Here are some tips to guide you in lighting a cigar for the first time.
Use cedar matches, if possible. If you prefer to use a lighter, make sure it’s butane lighter to avoid strong odors but, in all honesty, it [...]
