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20 Jan

From Classic to Bold: A Journey Through Cigar Vape Flavors

January 20, 2025
By A. JAMES
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For those who enjoy the rich and smoky essence of cigars but prefer a modern twist, cigar vape flavors offer the perfect solution. Whether you’re a seasoned tobacco connoisseur or just beginning to explore the world of vaping, the variety of cigar-inspired vape flavors caters to every palate. From classic,...

18 Dec

CIGARS, HUMIDOR HUMIDITY

How Long Do Cigars Last in a Humidor? A Guide by an Expert Smoker

December 18, 2024
By A. JAMES

How Long Do Cigars Last in a Humidor? A Guide by an Expert Smoker So, how long do cigars last in a humidor? Let’s break it down—and dive into the struggles and joys of aging cigars. As an experienced cigar smoker, I’ve learned one essential truth. The secret to enjoying a great cigar...

10 Dec

HUMIDOR HUMIDITY

What Should Your Hygrometer Read for Cigars? A Guide to Optimal Humidity Levels

December 10, 2024
By A. JAMES

What Should Your Hygrometer Read for Cigars? A Guide to Optimal Humidity Levels For cigar enthusiasts, maintaining the quality and flavor of your cigars is essential, and one key tool that helps achieve this is the hygrometer. In this blog, we’ll explore what your hygrometer should read for cigars. Why the ideal range...

05 Dec

HUMIDOR HUMIDITY

Why Does My Humidity Keep Dropping in My Humidor?

December 5, 2024
By A. JAMES

Why Does My Humidity Keep Dropping in My Humidor? If you’ve noticed that the humidity in your humidor keeps dropping, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common challenges faced by cigar smokers. How to increase humidity in your humidor is critical for keeping your cigars fresh, flavorful, and ready to...

10 Nov

CIGAR TIPS

The Ultimate Guide to Torch Cigar Lighters

November 10, 2024
By A. JAMES

Perfecting Your Cigar Lighting Experience The Ultimate Guide to Torch Cigar Lighters. When it comes to lighting a cigar, a quality lighter can make all the difference. Torch lighters, especially those made for cigars, provide an efficient, precise, and easy-to-control flame that allows you to light your cigar correctly. Furthermore, without ruining its flavor...

22 Oct

CIGAR TIPS, HUMIDOR HUMIDITY

The Journey to Perfecting Relative Humidity Inside a Cigar Humidor

October 22, 2024
By A. JAMES

The Journey to Perfecting Relative Humidity Inside any Cigar Humidor Do you know who has be perfecting relative humidity inside an humidor? Creating the ideal passive polymer crystal cigar humidifier is a meticulous process that involves balancing innovation, design, and functionality. At Cigar Star, we dedicated over a year to refining our cigar...

01 Oct

CIGAR TIPS

5 Cigar Gift Ideas for the Cigar Lover

October 1, 2024
By A. JAMES

5 cigar gift ideas for the cigar lover 2024. Have you ever wondered what to get that cigar lover in your life? We're going to breakdown 5 ideal gifts to get that cigar smoker in your life that will brighten there day. Everybody assumes that cigars make the best gift for the cigar...

10 Jul

CIGAR TIPS, CIGAR TRAVEL

Guide to Smoking Cigars on the water, Enjoying Cigars on a Boat

July 10, 2024
By A. JAMES

Cigars on the Water: A Guide to Smoking Cigars on a Boat Smoking a cigar on the water can be one of life’s great pleasures. Take it from me when I light up my stogie on a boat, it brings such joy. The combination of serene waters, fresh air, and the rich...

09 May

CIGAR TIPS

Elevate Father’s Day with the Best Cigar Tools of 2024

July 8, 2024
By A. JAMES

Father’s Day Best Cigar Gifts / Tools of 2024 Father’s Day is a special occasion to honor the paternal figures in our lives, and what better way to celebrate than by indulging in the timeless pleasure of enjoying a fine cigar? For cigar aficionados, having the right tools can enhance the entire...

27 Feb

CIGAR TIPS

V Cut Cigar Cutter with Dual Built-In Punch Cutters

February 27, 2024
By A. JAMES

Upgrade your smoking experience with Revo’s premium smoking accessories. Our innovative and stylish tools feature precision-cut V-shapes.

11 Feb

CIGAR TIPS, CIGARS

Unraveling the Smoke Screen: Lies You’ve Been Told About Premium Cigars

February 19, 2024
By A. JAMES

Premium Cigars - Unraveling the Smoke Screen Lies You've Been Told About In the world of premium cigars, there exists a mystique, a culture, and unfortunately, a fair share of myths. For many, the allure of a premium cigar lies not just in the smoke it produces but also in the stories...

15 Jan

CIGAR TIPS, HUMIDOR HUMIDITY

How Canadian Winters Impact Relative Humidity in Your Home and Cigar Humidor

February 20, 2024
By A. JAMES

Winters Impact Relative Humidity in Your Home and Cigar Humidor For cigar aficionados, maintaining the ideal relative humidity in a cigar humidor becomes an added challenge in winter! One aspect that often goes overlooked in winter is the impact on relative humidity (RH) within homes and for cigar enthusiasts, within their prized...

30 Oct

CIGAR TIPS

The best gifts for cigar lovers in 2023. Unveiling the Perfect Presents.

November 20, 2023
By A. JAMES

The best gifts for cigar lovers in 2023. Unveiling the Perfect Presents. Cigar enthusiasts, often known for their appreciation of finer things in life, can be a pleasure to shop for when you know what they love. Weather is for special occasion or just to show your appreciation, giving a cigar lover...

26 Sep

CIGAR TIPS

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

September 26, 2023
By A. JAMES

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

September 25, 2023
By A. JAMES

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

CIGAR TIPS

Beginner’s Guide to Selecting the Best Cigars

August 10, 2023
By A. JAMES

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

CIGAR TIPS

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

July 4, 2023
By A. JAMES

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

CIGAR TIPS

What are the Benefits of Smoking a Premium Cigar?

April 24, 2023
By A. JAMES

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.

April 20, 2023
By A. JAMES

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...

09 Mar

CIGAR TIPS

How to create an even burn on a cigar.

March 9, 2023
By A. JAMES

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...