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Last week we talked about cigar wrapper classifications and how to determine what kinds of wrappers you see. Today we will be providing some information on cigar sizes. Sizes can be a bit more confusing because there are so many, ranging from Double Corona to Lonsdale to Cigarillos, which correspond to the approximate length and…
If you are new to cigars, don’t worry, it’s not as confusing as it may seem. As long as you know some background information on cigar selection, you can become a knowledgeable cigar smoker in no time! We will be posting tips and explanations about cigar wrappers, sizes, cutting, lighting, storage, and much more. Today we will…
Did you know that you can make your own flavored cigars right at home? Maybe a nice Montecristo Classic that you think would be great with a hint of vanilla… or rum? There are a couple things you can do to infuse your cigars with some of your favorite flavors. 1) Take a couple of…
Over the years, I’ve used several different techniques to create homemade, infused premium cigars and I thought it would be fun to share them with you. Today, in part one of three, let’s start with one of the easiest methods to create homemade, infused cigars – making “infusing bags.” Simply put, an “infusing bag” is an…
In the first installment of our series on creating your own, homemade, infused premium cigars I covered making flavored cigars using common kitchen flavorings including vanilla and rum extract. This time around, we’ll be making premium coffee infused cigars. I first tried this technique about three years ago when I put some Tabak Especial robustos…
The guillotine style cigar cutter is most likely the most popular type of cigar cutter available. Featuring either a single or double-blade the guillotine cutter is designed to remove a thin sliver of wrapper from the cap of the cigar creating a wide opening and an ample draw. To ensure a good cut with a…
The grip style cigar cutter is a relatively new invention and is based on the same principle as the guillotine cigar cutter. Featuring a double-blade system, the grip cutter is designed to remove a thin sliver of wrapper from the cap of the cigar creating a wide opening and an ample draw similar to a…
