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22 Jun

Cuban Cigars: Are They Still Worth the Hype?

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A. JAMES

June 22, 2026

Cuban Cigars: Are They Still Worth the Hype? A Modern Cigar Smoker’s Perspective For decades, Cuban cigars have been viewed as the gold standard of premium cigars. Names like Cohiba, Montecristo, Partagás, and Romeo y Julieta have become legendary among cigar enthusiasts. The mystique of Cuban tobacco, combined with decades of...

20 Cigar Travel Humidor Bundle with V Cut Cutter, Torch Lighter, and Punch

24 May

HUMIDORS

Why Airtight Construction Matters More Than Fancy Humidor Features

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A. JAMES

May 24, 2026

Why Airtight Construction Matters More Than Fancy Humidor Features When shopping for a humidor, it is easy to get distracted by features. Glass tops, digital displays, glossy finishes, built-in lights, hidden drawers, and decorative hardware often grab attention first. While those details can certainly improve appearance and convenience, experienced cigar smokers usually...

Cigar Humidor Colossal Royal 350-400 Limited Edition with electronic humidifier.

20 May

HUMIDORS

How to Choose the Right Humidor Size Without Regretting It Later

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A. JAMES

May 20, 2026

How to Choose the Right Humidor Size Without Regretting It Later One of the most common mistakes cigar smokers make when buying their first humidor is choosing one that is too small. At first, a compact humidor seems perfect. It looks clean on a desk, holds a handful of cigars, and feels...

1-3-5 Rule for cigars keeping you in the loop.

20 May

HUMIDORS

Why Organization Inside Your Humidor Matters More Than Most Smokers Realize

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A. JAMES

May 20, 2026

Why Organization Inside Your Humidor Matters More Than Most Smokers Realize Most cigar smokers spend a lot of time thinking about humidity levels, humidifiers, and cigar selection. But one part of cigar storage often gets overlooked completely, organization inside the humidor itself. At first glance, organization may seem mostly cosmetic. Many people...

Winters Impact Relative Humidity in Your Home and Cigar Humidor

20 May

HUMIDOR HUMIDITY

Why an Airtight Humidor Matters More Than You Think

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A. JAMES

May 20, 2026

Why an Airtight Humidor Matters More Than You Think When people first begin collecting cigars, many focus on appearance. The finish of the wood, the design of the lid, the glass top, or even how impressive the humidor looks on a shelf often becomes the deciding factor. While appearance certainly matters,...

27 Apr

HUMIDOR HUMIDITY

Why Your Humidor Humidity Rises in Spring (And How to Fix It Like a Pro)

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A. JAMES

April 27, 2026

Why Your Humidor Humidity Rises in Spring Spring is great for golf, patios, and firing up a fresh cigar… but your humidor? Not always a fan. If you’ve checked your hygrometer lately and thought, “Why the hell is this creeping up?” — you’re not alone. Spring is one of the most common...

27 Apr

CIGAR TIPS

5 Essential Tips for Traveling with Premium Cigars: Don’t Leave Home Without These

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A. JAMES

April 27, 2026

Best Cigar Cutter For Travel Whether you’re heading to a weekend wedding in Muskoka or flying south for a vacation, your cigars shouldn't have to suffer. A change in altitude, temperature, or humidity can ruin a premium Havana or Nicaraguan blend in hours. To ensure your cigars arrive in the same condition...

22 Mar

HUMIDOR

Old New Stock, Legendary Quality: Inside Cigar Star’s Humidor Vault

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A. JAMES

March 22, 2026

Old New Stock, Legendary Quality: Inside Cigar Star’s Humidor Vault For over two decades, Cigar Star has been quietly building a reputation in Canada for one thing above all else—uncompromising quality. While trends come and go, one principle has remained constant: if a humidor doesn’t meet our exacting standards, it doesn’t...

18 Mar

HUMIDOR

How to Set Up the Perfect 80-Cigar Humidor (Step-by-Step Guide)

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A. JAMES

March 18, 2026

How to Set Up the Perfect 80-Cigar Humidor An 80-cigar humidor set up is the sweet spot—big enough to build a proper collection, but small enough to control perfectly. But most people set it up wrong. If you want cigars that burn perfectly and age beautifully, here’s how to set up your humidor...

18 Mar

CIGARS

How to Smoke Cigars in Cold Weather Without Ruining Them (Complete Guide)

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A. JAMES

March 18, 2026

How to Smoke Cigars in Cold Weather If you live in Canada, you already know—cigar season doesn’t stop just because it’s freezing outside. But cold weather can absolutely destroy a good cigar if you don’t know what you’re doing. Here’s how to smoke cigars in winter without ruining them. ❄️ The Biggest Problem: Temperature...

Can You Bring Back a Dried Cigar If the Wrapper Is Cracked?

18 Mar

CIGAR TIPS

Why cigars crack, split, or burn unevenly and how to fix it fast.

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A. JAMES

March 18, 2026

Why cigars crack, split, or burn unevenly and how to fix it fast. There’s nothing worse than lighting up a premium cigar… only to watch it crack, split, or burn like a disaster. If you’ve ever dealt with a cigar that starts “canoeing” (burning unevenly down one side) or splitting along the...

12 Mar

HUMIDOR HUMIDITY

The Complete Guide to Cigar Humidity: 65% vs 69% vs 72%

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A. JAMES

March 12, 2026

The Complete Guide to Cigar Humidity: 65% vs 69% vs 72% If there is one factor that determines whether a cigar smokes beautifully or tastes terrible, it’s humidity. Too dry and a cigar burns hot and harsh. Too humid and it becomes difficult to draw, burns unevenly, and loses its flavor. For...

12 Mar

CIGAR TIPS

Why Your Cigar Tastes Bitter (And How to Fix It)

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A. JAMES

March 12, 2026

Why Your Cigar Tastes Bitter (And How to Fix It) Cigar smoking is meant to be a relaxing, flavorful experience. But sometimes a cigar that should taste rich and smooth suddenly becomes bitter and unpleasant. If this happens, many smokers assume the cigar is bad. In reality, bitterness is often caused by...

11 Mar

CIGAR TIPS

Why Cigars Burn Unevenly (And How to Fix Canoeing Cigars)

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A. JAMES

March 11, 2026

Why Your Cigars Burn Unevenly (And How to Fix It) Few things are more frustrating for a cigar smoker than watching a premium cigar start to burn unevenly. One side races ahead while the other side struggles to keep up, leaving the cigar looking crooked and the experience less enjoyable. This...

Where to Place a Humidifier Inside a Humidor

08 Feb

CIGAR TIPS, HOW TO VIDEOS

Where to Place a Humidifier Inside a Humidor

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A. JAMES

February 8, 2026

Where to Place a Humidifier Inside a Humidor (Glass Top & Traditional) If you’ve ever asked yourself “Where should I place my humidifier inside my humidor?”—you’re not alone. Proper humidifier placement is one of the most important (and most misunderstood) parts of cigar storage. Whether you’re using a traditional solid-lid humidor or...

Canadian-made full-grain leather cigar case for 6 cigars

05 Feb

CIGAR TRAVEL

Valentine’s Day Cigar Gift Guide

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A. JAMES

February 5, 2026

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Why Cigar Star Aficionado Cigar Cases Make the Perfect Gift That Lasts Forever Valentine’s Day is all about meaningful gifts — the kind that show thought, appreciation, and connection. While chocolates fade and flowers wilt, a premium cigar case is something your partner will use and enjoy...

05 Feb

CIGAR TIPS

Do NOT Store Cigars Like This… (Most People Do!)

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A. JAMES

February 5, 2026

Do NOT Store Cigars Like This… (Most People Do!) If you’re new to cigars, you might think storing them is as simple as tossing them in a drawer, leaving them in the box they came in, or even worse — keeping them on a desk until you’re “ready to smoke them.”...

05 Feb

HUMIDOR

Why Your Humidor Doesn’t Hold Humidity (And How to Fix It)

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A. JAMES

February 5, 2026

Why Your Humidor Doesn’t Hold Humidity. Every cigar smoker eventually faces the same frustrating moment: you check your hygrometer, expecting a perfect 68–70%… and instead it’s sitting at 58%, 54%, or worse. Suddenly your cigars feel dry, your burn quality drops, and the humidor you trusted doesn’t seem to be doing...

05 Feb

CIGAR TIPS

The Truth About Cigar Cellophane: Should You Keep It On or Take It Off?

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A. JAMES

February 5, 2026

Cigar Cellophane If there’s one debate that never dies in the cigar world, it’s this one: cellophane on or cellophane off? I swear, you could put two cigar smokers in a room, ask this question, and suddenly you’ve got a full-blown presidential debate… minus the podiums and plus a cloud of...

How Long Can Cigars Last Without Proper Storage?

04 Dec

HUMIDOR

How to Store Cigars Without a Humidor (The DIY Setup That Actually Works)

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A. JAMES

December 4, 2025

How to Store Cigars Without a Humidor Let’s be honest: not everyone starts their cigar journey with a humidor. Sometimes you’re new to the hobby, sometimes you’re traveling, and sometimes your humidor is just… full. (Hey, it happens to the best of us.) But here’s the good news:You can absolutely store cigars...