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A cracked cigar is always surprising, especially when it's a fine piece of Cuban tobacco or a rare format. The wrapper, which protects the cigar's core, can crack for very simple reasons: poorly managed humidity, shock, too rough a cut or too dry handling. The problem is not only aesthetic: a crack can also alter the draw and taste. The good news is that a slightly damaged cigar is not...

The best hygrometry for a cigar is not a single number, but a stable range that respects tobacco quality, aromatic balance and even burning. For most cigar lovers, the aim is to keep cigars in a controlled environment, without excess water or drying out. A well-tuned humidor provides just such stability. The right level of humidity also depends on the temperature, the type of cigar and the...

Knowing how to light a cigar with method immediately changes the quality of the tasting experience. A clean start conditions the regularity of combustion, the draw and the expression of aromas. Conversely, a clumsy start can affect taste from the very first puffs. Lighting a cigar is not something to be rushed. It's a precise ritual, almost an art, that ensures respect for the tobacco and a...

Visit mold in a cigar cellar is one of the most feared problems for cigar conservation enthusiasts. It can appear discreetly, damage cigars and compromise an entire stock if diagnosed late. To keep cigars in good condition, you need to take action on humidity, ventilation, temperature and regular checks. It's not just excess water in the air that's a risk. A poorly-adjusted humidification...

Do you own a refillable cigar lighter? It's great for your wallet, but also for the environment. However, do you know how to refill it when the gas runs out? Here's an article that shows you how to do it safely. Precautions to take when refilling a cigar lighter It seems obvious, but all the steps to fill a cigar lighter, are operations to be carried out outside or in a well ventilated room...

To transport one or more cigars safely, nothing beats a cigar case. Several brands offer them, but not all are equal. Let's take a look at the best cigar case brands. What is the purpose of a cigar case? You are a cigar smoker and you have to travel for a day or a weekend. No need to deprive yourself of your little pleasure! Just carry your cigars with you. To do so, the cigar case is your...

A humidor is just a simple box, more or less aesthetic and made of wood. So to ensure the good conservation of your cigars, it is important to integrate a humidifier so that the humidity rate is optimal. But do you know how to choose it? We give you some tips to explore before buying or changing yours. The humidifier: a key element of your humidor The openings and closures, the mixture of...

Most humidors are made of wood. This living material is sensitive to light, heat, but also to humidity. So, to guarantee the good conservation of your cigars, the humidifier is the essential accessory. Zoom on the different existing solutions. What is the purpose of a humidifier? Cigars are extremely sensitive to temperature and humidity variations. Well kept in their protective case, the...

Are you planning to buy or already have a humidor? Did you know that it is important to find the best place to install it? Indeed, there are more or less appropriate places to guarantee the good conservation of your cigars. Light, but not direct sunlight While normal temperature fluctuations don't really affect the preservation of your cigars, your humidor should never be installed in...

The madness of grandeur has no limit. The most expensive lighter in the world has been sold for 500,000 euros. Let's lift the veil on this priceless accessory, its particularities, its new owner and what makes it an exceptional object. The most expensive cigar lighter in the world is an S. T. Dupont A French leather goods company known throughout the world, S. T. Dupont is at the origin of...