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26 Sep

Does it really matter what lighter you use to light a premium cigar?

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A. JAMES

September 26, 2023

Does it really matter what lighter you use to light a premium cigar? The short answer is, NO as long as they are butane lighters. Butane burns odorless and flavorless; it burns very clean is detrimental to the blend. The way the manufacturer intended it, there's a reason why aficionados use a...

25 Sep

CIGAR TIPS, CIGARS

The art of cutting a cigar proper etiquette and techniques

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A. JAMES

September 25, 2023

The art of cutting a cigar proper etiquette and techniques Cigar smoking is often seen as a ritual, a moment of reflection and contemplation. One of the most crucial steps in this process is cutting the cigar. Cutting a cigarette properly not only ensures a clean even burn but it also demonstrates...

10 Aug

HUMIDOR

Storing Pipe Tobacco Inside a Cigar Star Humidor

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A. JAMES

August 10, 2023

Storing Pipe Tobacco Inside a Cigar Star Humidor: Best Practices and Considerations Introduction Tobacco enthusiasts, whether they prefer cigars or pipe tobacco, understand the importance of proper storage to maintain the quality, flavor, and aroma of their tobacco products. While cigar enthusiasts often use humidors to preserve their cigars, some may wonder...

10 Aug

CIGAR TIPS

Beginner’s Guide to Selecting the Best Cigars

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A. JAMES

August 10, 2023

Understanding Cigar Basics Before delving into specific recommendations, it's crucial to grasp the basics of cigars. A cigar is a hand-rolled bundle of dried and fermented tobacco leaves, typically wrapped in a tobacco leaf known as the wrapper. The flavor, strength, and aroma of a cigar are influenced by factors such...

04 Jul

HUMIDOR

The Best Cigar Humidor to Buy In Canada?

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A. JAMES

July 4, 2023

The Best Cigar Humidor to Buy In Canada? Best cigar humidor to buy in Canada? When selecting a humidor, it's important to consider factors such as size, capacity, build quality, features, and budget. Here are a few steps you can take to find the best Cigar Star humidor for your needs: Research and...

04 Jul

CIGAR TIPS

What is the ideal relative humidity level you should store your cigars?

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A. JAMES

July 4, 2023

What Humidity Level should You Store Your Cigars? The ideal relative humidity level for storing cigars is generally considered to be around 65-70%. This level of humidity helps to maintain the cigars' moisture content and prevent them from drying out or becoming too moist. Did you know, that each cigar will hold 1.5...

24 Apr

HUMIDOR

Hard Case Travel Humidor The Good And The Bad

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A. JAMES

April 24, 2023

Hard Case Travel Humidor When it comes to traveling with your cigars, it's essential to have the proper storage to ensure they stay fresh and undamaged. A hard case travel humidor with foam inserts made out of ABS plastic is an excellent solution for keeping your cigars safe and secure while...

24 Apr

CIGAR TIPS

What are the Benefits of Smoking a Premium Cigar?

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A. JAMES

April 24, 2023

Premium Cigars Benefits of Smoking Them. There is something special about enjoying premium cigars. It’s not just about the smoke, but the experience that goes along with it. A premium cigar is a luxury item that has been enjoyed for centuries by people all over the world. Whether you’re a seasoned cigar smoker...

20 Apr

CIGAR HUMIDOR HUMIDIFIERS, CIGAR TIPS, HUMIDOR

Boveda inside wood humidors. Things to Consider.

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A. JAMES

April 20, 2023

Boveda inside wood humidors. Things to Consider. Boveda packs are designed to work well inside wooden humidors. They help maintain a stable humidity level for your cigars or other tobacco products. In fact, many cigar enthusiasts use Boveda packs in their wooden humidors to ensure that the humidity stays within the desired...

19 Mar

HUMIDOR

Why is the end of winter good for cigar smokers?

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A. JAMES

March 19, 2023

The end of winter can be a good time for cigar smokers for a few reasons: Warmer weather: As the weather gets warmer, cigar smokers can enjoy their cigars outside without having to worry about the cold and wind affecting the taste and burn of their cigars. Humidity: During the winter months,...

09 Mar

CIGAR TIPS

How to create an even burn on a cigar.

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A. JAMES

March 9, 2023

How to create an even burn on a cigar. We have all been there when the cigar your smoking starts to canoe and creates an uneven burn. Today we will touch some ways to some general tips to achieve an even burn on a cigar: Properly cut the cigar - Use a...

09 Feb

CIGAR TIPS

Should you remove the cellophane from your cigar while storing them?

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A. JAMES

February 9, 2023

Should you remove the cellophane from your cigar while storing them? There is some debate among cigar aficionados about whether to remove the cellophane from cigars before storing them? This question alone can cause a huge debate and opinions can vary. Here are the arguments for both sides: Argument for leaving cellophane on cigars: Protection:...

09 Feb

HUMIDOR

What Makes a Humidor Great?

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A. JAMES

February 9, 2023

What makes a great humidor? A great cigar humidor is one that can effectively regulate and maintain the relative humidity levels and temperature inside the container. Which ensure that cigars are stored in ideal conditions for preservation and aging. Some key features that make a great cigar humidor include: Seal: A tight seal...

09 Feb

CIGAR TIPS, CIGARS

How To Tell If Your Cigar Is too Dry Or Too Moist.

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A. JAMES

February 9, 2023

Can you tell if a cigar is too dry or too moist by examining its appearance and feel? Here are some signs that a cigar may be too dry or too moist: Signs that a cigar is too dry: Appearance: The wrapper may look dull, discolored, or brittle, and may crack or...

27 Jan

CIGAR TIPS

Gifting Smiles: The Perfect Presents for Cigar Lovers Gift

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A. JAMES

January 27, 2023

The Perfect Presents for Cigar Lovers Have you ever wondered what to gift to the cigar lover in your life? Cigars are a good start although once they smoke those cigars the gift is forgotten. How about a leather cigar case, cigar humidor or cutter. These are timeless pieces that will...

26 Dec

CIGAR TIPS

How Different Lighters Affect Your Cigars

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A. JAMES

December 26, 2022

Soft Flame Lighters Starting off with a soft flame lighter To use a soft flame lighter, soft flame meaning a yellow flame as opposed to blue flame it's a lower temperature burn, and it works beautifully. In our opinion it is the best way to light a premium cigar. With a cigar the...

27 Oct

CIGAR HUMIDOR HUMIDIFIERS, CIGAR TIPS

Cigar Humidifiers: The Complete Guide

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A. JAMES

October 27, 2022

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...

30 Sep

HUMIDOR

The Importance of Humidity in a Humidor . What is the right Amount?

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A. JAMES

September 30, 2022

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...

27 Sep

CIGAR TIPS, HOW TO VIDEOS

How To Use a Torch Lighter

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A. JAMES

September 27, 2022

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...

26 Sep

HUMIDOR

How to Clean a Humidor

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A. JAMES

September 26, 2022

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...