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.
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.