Cigar FAQ’s

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Dried out cigars can be somewhat recovered by slowly re-humidifying it in a proper humidor – too fast and you’re left with a soggy cigar. Careful handling of the dry cigar is very important to prevent any further damage.

Cigars from different countries have their own unique taste and character. Cigars are made all over the world, with tobacco grown in different soils, cured by different processes, and rolled with different techniques. While detailed descriptions could encompass an entire book, below are some general guidelines of cigar styles from popular Caribbean Countries.

• Jamaican cigars are usually considered mild.
• Dominican Republic cigars are mild to medium.
• Honduras and Nicaragua cigars are stronger and heavier.
• Cuban cigars are considered by many to be some of the richest and creamiest in the world.

New smokers might want to start with any cigar made by Macanudo or Arturo Fuente. For something unique, try one with a maduro wrapper which is dark and rich tasting.

When cigars are aged properly they can last indefinitely. Many people are still enjoying pre-embargo Cubans.

The purpose of a humidor is to provide an environment that enables your cigars to remain at their peak. The humidor needs to provide a constant temperature of about 68′ to 70′ F and humidity of 70-72%. It doesn’t really need to be fancy, but it does need to be functional.

Yes, the size of the cigar directly affects the flavor. Cigars that are larger in diameter (ring gauge) are richer and fuller in flavor and longer cigars are a cooler smoke. The table below shows most of the common sizes..