Don’t Inhale Cigars: Beginners’ Flavor Technique and Health Risks
Medical authorities warn against inhaling cigars. Learn why not to inhale, plus mouth-only draws, retrohaling technique, and beginner sampler tips.
4 Cigar Strength Levels That Match What You Will Feel
Turn catalog labels into real expectations. Learn the four strength levels, test cigars with a retrohale, and use samplers to buy the right stick.
30 Day Safe Default: How Long to Rest Cigars After Shipping
Know when to smoke new cigars: one week minimum, two weeks to a month ideal, and a 30 day safe default. Transit, winter, and humidor steps to follow.
Beginners: 7 Cigar Wrapper Shades That Predict Flavor
A beginner’s two-axis guide to cigar wrappers: learn the seven shade categories and how seed origin shapes taste. Includes a quick plume vs. mold checklist.
How to Cut a Cigar the Right Way, Step by Step
Learn the right way to cut a cigar for the perfect smoke. Follow these simple steps and enjoy a smoother draw every time.
The Complete Cigar Accessories Checklist: Starter to Luxury
Explore our essential cigar accessories checklist to ensure your cigars stay perfectly stored and enjoyable at every draw. Start your collection!
How to Light a Cigar: A Beginner’s Quick Guide
Learn the best techniques to light a cigar for an even burn and clean flavor. Follow our step-by-step guide for beginners today!
How Cigars Are Made: The Complete Journey From Seed to Smoke
Thor still believes every cigar arrives by magic. A box shows up at the door. He inspects it. He demands a treat. And somehow, he believes he was directly responsible for the entire shipment. The truth is, that cigar may have spent years getting to Thor’s vault. From seed selection and hybridization to farming, curing,…
How to Develop Your Palate as a Cigar Smoker
One thing Thor and I have in common is that we both enjoy snacks. The difference is that Thor seems capable of identifying every ingredient from three rooms away. Chicken? He knows. Bacon? He definitely knows. The sound of a treat bag opening from the opposite side of the house? Somehow he knows that too….
