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How To Keep Your Cigars Fresh
Some cigars contain tobacco that does not include preservatives. This makes it necessary to store them in a way that keeps them fresh for a long time. There are different ways to keep cigars fresh, the best one being a humidity-controlling box called a humidor. Tabletop humidors hold a nice-sized collection and cost as little as $25. An airtight container like a humidor allows cigar tobacco to breathe. The internal humidification device enables the tobacco to remain moist through the process of evaporation. Consumers who choose a basic airtight container other than a humidor must allow for periodic air exchange and airflow through and over the tobacco. If a cigar is stored in an airtight container without humidity control, the tobacco could develop mold. During storage, tobacco should be moist enough to … Read entire article »
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How To Smoke A Cigar
Once a cigar has been cut and lit, the most enjoyable part follows. Smoking a cigar is an experience unlike any other and is something to be savored. Some people take several hours to smoke a single cigar, immersing themselves in the relaxing experience. When the proper technique is used, cigar smoking becomes an event. After lighting the cigar, continue to puff on it and rotate it every 30 to 60 seconds. Taste the smoke in your mouth and then blow this out without first inhaling it. A cigar that is smoked too quickly will burn hot, ruining its flavor. One that is smoked too slowly will burn out, requiring repeated relighting. Hand-rolled cigars usually feature a long filler so ashes will not need to be flicked until they are about … Read entire article »
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How To Burn A Cigar Evenly
If the proper technique is not used when lighting and smoking a cigar, a rather expensive purchase can become a wasted one. Once the cigar is lit, the smoker should examine its tip. If the tip glows evenly all around, that is perfect. If not, the smoker should gently blow on the embers while continuing to turn the cigar until an even burn is witnessed. This step is important because a poorly lit cigar can burn unevenly during smoking, requiring additional attention from the smoker. The goal is to relax and enjoy the smoking process, not be focused on the status of the cigar. Lighting a cigar is not a process to rush. Hold the cigar and expose the foot the flame until the entire foot appears blackened. The flame should then … Read entire article »
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