Fix a Plugged Cigar

Every cigar smoker knows the frustration. You sit down, cut the cigar, light it up… and suddenly it feels like you’re trying to drink a milkshake through a coffee stir stick. A tight draw is the fastest way to ruin what should have been a relaxing experience. The good news? A plugged cigar is one of the easiest problems to fix — as long as you use the right tool.

Why Cigars Get Plugged in the First Place

Cigars are handmade, which means even premium sticks sometimes have overly tight spots. The most common causes are:

• Overpacked tobacco

• Twisted or bunched filler

• A stem or vein stuck in the airflow path

• Humidity that’s too high

• A damaged or overly moist cap

A cigar doesn’t have to be cheap to be plugged — even high-end cigars can have a tight draw. The difference is knowing how to fix it without destroying the cigar.

The Fix: Use a Draw Tool (Not a Pen, Not a Toothpick)

Here’s where most smokers make another mistake: they grab whatever sharp object is nearby and jab it into the cigar. Don’t do this. You’ll crack the wrapper, tunnel the cigar, or worse — ruin it completely.

A proper cigar draw tool is designed specifically for this situation. It has a long, thin, spiraled rod that safely clears a channel through the cigar without damaging the structure.

How to Fix a Plugged Cigar in 5 Seconds

1. Insert the draw tool gently through the cap end.

2. Slowly twist as you push forward.

3. When you feel resistance, hold — that’s the blockage.

4. Apply a gentle twist to break up the knot.

5. Remove the tool… and enjoy a perfect draw.

That’s it. Five seconds. One tool. Problem solved.

Why the Cigar Star Draw Tool Works Better

Not all draw tools are created equal. The Cigar Star Draw Tool is:

• Precision-machined for smooth entry

• Designed to break up clogs without tearing wrappers

• Made with a spiraled cutting path that clears obstructions cleanly

• Lightweight and pocket-friendly

This is the kind of tool every smoker wishes they had the moment a cigar plugs.

Save Cigars (and Your Wallet)

A plugged cigar doesn’t mean a ruined cigar. With a proper draw tool, you can rescue expensive sticks and save yourself a ton of frustration. Keep one in your humidor, travel case, or pocket — you’ll be glad you did.