Cigar Humidifiers Today we are going to discuss the five main types of humidifiers cigar enthusiast are using their humidors. Cigar humidifiers come in sponge based, crystal gel / beads, Boveda an electronic humidifier. Now we are going to discuss the pros and cons of each one. The main type of humidifier that we see […]
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The Importance of Humidity in a Humidor What is the importance of humidity in a humidor? Humidity or relative humidity is moisture in the air. Relative humidity inside of a humidor is meant to be 65 to 72% relative humidity. This is the ideal relative humidity that cigars and tobacco should be stored at. Keeping […]
How to use a torch lighter. Recently I was at a BBQ with friends and family, as always, I brought a travel humidor full of some good cigars along with my accessories. As my friends grab cigars I silently watched as they cut their cigar and used the torch lighter to light up their cigars. […]
How to Clean a Humidor. One question that comes up quite often is how to clean a humidor? First you might ask yourself why you would even need to clean a humidor? It’s important that you understand cleaning a humidor is as important as cleaning out your cookie jar, fridge, closet, or any area where […]
How to Bring Back Dried Cigars? Did you know that you can smoke a dried out cigar? Although it will change the taste and flavor profile of that cigar? It’s true when a cigar has lost the ability to stay fresh it will drastically change the profile of flavor. Not only that but the cigar […]
What is the Best Cigar Cutting Tool? Today we’re going to discuss the best cutting tools for your cigars. Cutting your cigars an essential part of the cigar experience. There are many styles of cutters available for cigar smokers. Choosing the right cigar cutter is a personal preference. Not to mention one that should be […]
Analog vs Digital Hygrometer: What’s The Best for my Cigar Humidor When choosing a hygrometer for your cigar humidor you may feel that a digital is a better option than an analog hygrometer. We break down the benefits of both. Analog hygrometers have been around for decades. Some have springs on […]
Can you smoke a dried cigar? Should you smoke a dried cigar? As an aficionado, you want your smoke to be a good one, and a dry cigar can definitely impact that experience. Signs of a Dry Cigar Since spotting a good cigar is a sensory experience, the same holds true for recognizing a dry […]
Since Canada legalized recreational cannabis back in 2018, persons over the age of 18 can purchase recreational and medical marijuana. If you fall into this category, you may want to know about the best way to store your weed to preserve its freshness. Cannabis has a shelf life of about a year, and a cannabis […]
For many new cigar enthusiasts lighting a cigar may seem less a task and more a ceremony. For seasoned cigar smokers, it’s a ritual that promises a pleasant smoking experience at its conclusion. In any case, lighting a cigar shouldn’t be difficult, but it’s different than lighting a cigarette and it’s important to know how […]
Enjoying a quality cigar is always a unique, relaxing experience from start to finish. Once you’ve smoked a top-quality cigar, you’ll measure other cigars by its standards. But what are those standards? You may be asking yourself this question if you’re new to cigar smoking or want to present cigars as a gift. Here are […]
Cannabis can be a costly investment, much like the finer cigars and tobacco products you gladly tuck away in a humidor. For the most part, people opt for simplistic cannabis storage solutions. These options include glass stash jars, metal cans with an airtight lid, and even the commercial container the weed was sold in at […]
Whether you’re new to the world of cigars or a seasoned expert, there are several must-have cigar tools and accessories that make for a better smoking experience. Though different cigar accessories have different uses and benefits, it’s never a bad time to take a fresh look at the set of tools you’re working with. Though […]
Lighting a cigar is as much an art form as it is a technical exercise on the best way to enhance your smoking enjoyment. If you’re new to cigar smoking, you may not know that how you light your cigar affects how you experience it. Let’s look at why a butane cigar torch is recommended […]
Good cigars like other finer things in life require special care. Keeping your cigars fresh, flavorful and protected requires more than just placing them in a humidor. Preserving relative humidity is essential to ensure your cigars are fresh and stored in an environment similar to how the tobacco was grown. In other words, your cigars […]
Humidors for Cigars As I am writing this, I just fired up a brand-new Perla Del Mar Corroto from JC Newman cigars because it is exactly the kind of stick that you would keep in a brand-new humidor. Cultivating things at home is natural for most people. People like to get a big glass tank […]
Why should you own a perfect draw tool? Today we put together a quick video on the precision draw tool / perfect draw tool. There is nothing worse than getting a nice premium cigar, give it that perfect cut. Take a pull on it to test the draw only to find it’s just not pulling […]
Precision Draw Tool What is the Precision Draw Tool / Perfect Draw Tool and how can it benefit your cigars? Many of us have experienced a plugged-up cigar that just will not pull or draw properly. Why does the cigar not pull or draw properly? This is easy to answer. First, like any handcrafted item […]
V-Cut Cigar Cutters Have you ever used v cut cigar cutters, also known as a wedge cut cutter? These style of cutter’s seem to have grown in popularity with its unique way of maintaining the cap. The ease of creating and elegant hassle free draw, the new wedge cut for your cigar seems to be […]
Perfect Draw Cigar Tool Have you ever had a cigar that you’ve curated, stored properly and decided it’s time to enjoy, only to find that it’s plugged or has a poor draw? I think every cigar smoker has encountered this problem with a poor draw. There is nothing worse then having to discard one of […]