Those who have not been around the hobby of smoking cigars are going to come across a lot if information that may seem confusing and sometimes contradictory. You will find that many of these myths and urban legends surrounding cigars have been around for a number of years.
Some people say that the only they should use are butane torch lighters because butane doesn't taint the taste of the cigar. This happens to be true. Another popular myth that is true is in regards to how long you need to wait between buying the cigar and smoking it.
When it comes to whether you should smoke the cigar right away or not depends on some factors. If you are certain that the cigar shop or cigar bar from which you buy your cigars keep the cigars in the humidor all the time, then you can be assured that the cigar will have the proper moisture levels. If you have been to the shop a number of times and know their practices then you should be fine.
Certainly, most of the better cigar shops that you will find take good care of their cigars. However, this is simply not the case with all establishments. This means that you don't know how the cigars are cared for while they are at the shop. It is advisable that you take your newly purchased cigars home and put them inside your humidor for a day or two at least. When they are in the humidor, they will regain any lost moisture and will be much more enjoyable when you smoke them. You might find it hard to wait, but the results of letting that moisture take hold will certainly be worthwhile and noticeable.
If you don't have your own humidor at your home, you might want to consider getting one. You can find them in various sizes, and if you are serious about your cigar hobby, you are going to want to have one eventually. In the meantime, you can always ask the people at the store if you can store the cigars in their humidor and pick them up in a day or two, after they have regained their moisture.
Always care properly for your cigars so that you have a great smoking experience. Don't let dryness curb your enthusiasm for a nice cigar. If you don't have a humidor, consider buying one to keep at the house for you cigars.
How To Use Humidification Beads In Your Cigar Humidor
What can beads do for your cigars? What is meant by the term "beads" when it comes to humidification? This type of system uses beads for moisture release, and this relatively simple process keeps these items cheap. The buffer effect that results from bead humidification is an effective alternative to costly electrical systems.
How Long Can I Keep A Cigar In A Storage Tube Or Case?
Let's say you want to store some quality cigars over a period of time. Can you store a cigar? How long does it stay good? Where do you begin? It really depends on your primary method of storage. If you have a cigar humidor that is airtight and properly humidified then your cigars can last forever. Even today, some cigars from the pre-WWII era have been smoked and enjoyed.
What Can I Use To Humidify My Humidor?
What is a humidor and how does it relate to humidification of cigars? A humidor is simply a cigar box or a room that stores cigars. The room must have high humidity at all times. Such an area can keep all types of tobacco products safe and in good condition. Wood is a common material for constructing a cigar humidor. Humidor rooms may encompass an entire room or even the first floor of a house.
