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What should I look for when buying a cigar?
Buying a luxury product like a cigar is a matter of trust. Using the holiday souvenir brought back from Cuba by a friend as an example, crucial questions arise: Are the cigars fake? Could they [...]
Can cigars be stored in the refrigerator?
This is a question that one hears frequently from people who are new to cigars and who do not yet have a humidor. The humidity level in a refrigerator is usually much lower than the humidity [...]
Can you freeze cigars? What happens then?
The main purpose for freezing cigars is to control tobacco beetles or their eggs and larvae. Some cigar importers carry out this process prior to sale to irradicate tobacco beetles from their [...]
Can I light a cigar again after it has gone out?
The quick answer to this question is, yes. But, of course, there are some exceptions. About 15 minutes after the embers have gone out represents a turning point. So what happens? Why should you [...]
How long can cigars be stored in the humidor?
Assuming that the humidor is in good condition and the humidification system is working properly, cigars can easily be stored in the humidor for many years. Even the best humidification system [...]