Tag: Cigar 101

Man smoking and surrounded by smoke - from do cigars have nicotine in them
Written by on January 15, 2025

Are you supposed to inhale cigars?

Cigar 101 Article

Newbie or not, you’ve probably wondered are you supposed to inhale cigars? The answer is no and here’s why.

Dominican woman from La Aurora replanting the tobacco plants for the cigar industry
Written by on January 13, 2025

The cigar industry is one of the few that stands the test of time

Cigar 101 Article

For hundreds of years, the cigar industry has continued operating in the same way, with people working hands-on and directly with the tobacco.

Man smoking a cigar in a hat close up with rings.
Written by on January 10, 2025

How and why do you purge a cigar?

Cigar 101 Article

If you’re wondering how or why do you purge a cigar to introduce fresh oxygen, give this guide a read. It explains everything.

Tobacco plant leaves hanging in a curing barn.
Written by on January 8, 2025

Understanding the tobacco plant

Cigar 101 Article

We take a closer look at the tobacco plant, how it’s divided, and how it’s cultivated before eventually being rolled into cigars.

man lighting stogie from do cigars have nicotine in them
Written by on January 7, 2025

Do cigars have nicotine in them?

Cigar 101 Article

Do cigars have nicotine in them and how much per the average cigar? How does it affect you when or if you smoke? Read this.

How to cut a cigar
Written by on January 6, 2025

How to cut a cigar: The many ways you can prep your stogie

Cigar 101 Article

Want to know how to cut a cigar the right way? Read this, it explains everything you need to know including different cutter types.

Street in Cuba from why are Cuban cigars illegal
Written by on January 3, 2025

Why are Cuban cigars illegal in the United States?

Cigar 101 Article

Ever wonder, why are Cuban cigars illegal in the United States? Or, why are they still illegal?

is a $100 cigar worth it -- man lighting up cigar with paper book
Written by on January 2, 2025

Is a $100 cigar worth it?

Cigar 101 Article

Want to know if a $100 cigar is worth it? Give this a read.

Gifted cigars in a box from Havana Cuba.
Written by on January 1, 2025

I was gifted cigars, what next?

Cigar 101 Article

If you were gifted cigars over the holidays and you’re not sure where to start. Read this.

Assortment of cigars on the table for cigar ring gauge 101
Written by on December 31, 2024

How do you choose the right cigar ring gauge?

Cigar 101 Article

Curious what a cigar ring gauge means or is? Read this.

Man casually smoking from best ways to try new cigars.
Written by on December 27, 2024

The best ways to try new cigars

Cigar 101 Article

Don’t want to buy a full box? I don’t blame you. Here are the best ways to try new cigars or get your hands on something new.

Cigars lined up in full view for why are cigars tastings divided into thirds
Written by on December 22, 2024

Why are cigar tastings divided into thirds?

Cigar 101 Article

Ever wonder why cigar reviews break down the experience? We explore why cigar tastings are divided into thirds.

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