The Humidor Articles - Cigars 101
How to Relight a Cigar
Relighting a cigar may sound like a simple task but doing it correctly and at the right time can play an important role in the smoking experience. Learn when the proper time is to relight your partially smoked stick.
Sun vs. Shade
Curious as to how some tobacco leaves are grown in the shade? Our Certified Chief Tobacconist explains the difference between sun grown and shade grown tobacco and how shade grown leaves affect the cigars you smoke.
What Does Cigar Color Mean?
Does the color of your cigar’s wrapper matter? Our certified tobacconists have created a guide to understanding the different classifications you may see while shopping for cigars.
How a Cigar is Made
Curious about the process it takes to construct a cigar? Learn the steps that are taken and the detailed attention each of your favorite smokes require.
Differences Between Tobacco
What are the different types of tobacco leaves that go into constructing a cigar? Our certified tobacconists break down each layer and the characteristics they add to your smoking experience.
Cigar Ratings and Why They Matter
Does a highly rated cigar mean you're getting a quality smoke? Our certified tobacconists explain the best way to navigate ratings and reviews.
How to Know if a Cigar is Fresh
Cigars can be inspected by hand and by the factory. Know what to look for when picking out your cigar.
How to Light a Cigar
Lighting a cigar is a process, and it needs to be done correctly. Learning about and using the correct lighting technique can only help your smoking experience.
The Right Way to Cut a Cigar
Here we take all the guesswork out of cutting cigars. Our tobacconist, Chris Gwaltney, discuss the different variations of cigar cutters and the “right way” to properly use all of them.