Prior to smoking a cigar, its closed end must be cut and there is a recommended method for doing so. A clean cut is required because this prevents the cigar from unraveling. The cigar cutter should be high-quality and the cut should be made in the proper place. Follow these tips to properly cut a cigar. The covered end of the cigar that is placed into the mouth is called the head. On the head is a round piece of tobacco called the cap. The cap is glued onto the head to keep the wrapper together and keep the cigar from drying. There is a distinct line where this cap ends that helps determine the cut location. Only the outer layer of the wrapper should be removed, not the tobacco, when cutting. … Read entire article »