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The 5 Don’ts of Smoking Cigars

Thursday, September 17th, 2009

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Everybody will tell you how to smoke right and what to do when it comes to storing, preserving and aging your homemade cigars. However, finding the things you shouldn’t do with your cigars is usually not such an easy task. When it comes to the don’ts of cigar smoking, remember that:

  1. You should not put a partially-smoked cigar back into the humidor. Either have a special cigar savor box, or throw the cigar away.
  2. Don’t bite off the head of the cigar. It will ruin its form and may affect the integrity of the cigar itself. Instead, use a cigar cutter.
  3. Don’t put the homemade cigar out by crushing it against the ashtray. Instead, let it rest on the side of tray and wait till it extinguishes itself. While cigarettes don’t usually do this, cigars will go off on their own if you don’t smoke them for more than a few seconds.
  4. Cigars should not be stored in the fridge or in boxes or containers not specifically designed for it. They will get wet, lose flavor or dry out.
  5. Don’t assume that all homemade cigars work well with whiskey. Some are better when combined with wines, while others are better off when smoked with a scotch.

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Interesting Cigar Facts

Thursday, June 4th, 2009
Cigar

Cigar

The longest cigar that was ever rolled measures 20.4 meters ending length. It was an achievement of Jose Castelar Cairo, from Havana, which had stiff competitions from the long cigars hand rolled by many others in the world. In the pursuit of creating a world record, this Cuban cigar roller designed the cigar approximately of the size of a blue whale. He is a proud holder of two ‘Guinness World Records’ where he broke his previous record with the 20.4 meters cigar.

Christian Mortensen who lived a ripe age of 115 entered into the list of world records by becoming the oldest cigar smoker. He is also claimed to be the longest cigar smoker because he preferred to smoke till his last breath. Mortensen was found to be smoking fine Danish handmade cigars with great frequency. He passed away in 1998 and was a voracious cigar smoker all his life.

Jugglers have a soft corner for the cigar boxes that they use for performing their juggling actions to attract the onlookers. The bowling pins, sticks of fire, and the knives became common after the usage of cigar boxes by jugglers. The general facts apart, it is noteworthy that Kris Kremo created the Guinness World Record by performing an exceptionally enthralling juggling act with the cigar boxes. In 1977, he impressed everyone by throwing one of the cigar boxes and catching hold of it after a quick quadruple pirouette. In 1994, Kristian Kristof performed a more complex act by releasing three cigar boxes at a time and taking hold of them after a quicker quadruple pirouette.

A seemingly simple stack ups with the strong and square cigar boxes created a world record when a whooping number of 211 boxes were balanced one over the other and did not fall to the powerful gravity for almost 9 seconds.

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Interested in Cigar Smoking

Thursday, June 4th, 2009
Cigar Aficionado

Cigar Aficionado

Do You Consider Cigar Smokers Impressive?
It is natural for anyone who is interested in cigar smoking that they have their personal sources of inspiration. It can be anything from the characters in the movies or the family members. In most of the cases, the picture of a cigar-smoking person brings to our mind a rich, relaxed, and authoritative image.

Although analyzing the authenticity of this fact is a topic under discussion, many surveys indicate that most of the individuals have their passion for cigars not just for its favor and aroma but also to feel important. Have you been instilled by your rich uncle/aunt who smokes a handmade cigar in a stylish way? Then you are too into the game and will most probably develop the habit of cigar smoking if you have not yet begun. The passionate cigar smokers are always on a hunt for gaining as much cigar knowledge as possible as it makes the experience even more fun and close to heart. Moreover, there are several personalities who have left their mark because they were voracious cigar smokers and never quenched their thirst for gaining the maximum cigar knowledge.

Join The Club!
If you wish to find people with similar interest as you and gain more cigar knowledge then you can sign up in any of the innumerable cigar clubs that are operating all over the internet. However, make sure that you are a person who is not going to take pot shots at cigar smokers or having a bad humor about cigar smoking, because these members are serious about their passion for cigars and will not appreciate the negative attitude.

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Tips for the Beginner Cigar Smoker

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009
Cigar Chart

Cigar Chart

You may just be getting into the cigar scene and you’re wondering how to choose your very first cigar. Walking in to a cigar store for the first time can be pretty intimidating, especially because everyone working there is a pseudo-expert. Here are a few tips to choosing the right handmade cigar.

First, you want to prepare yourself to buy at least a half dozen cigars. When you begin, you’ll have an idea of what you’re looking for but you won’t really be able to assess the various cigar styles, lengths and color until after you smoke a few.

For starters, it’s always good to start in the middle. Choose a cigar that is medium in color, middle of the road in size and diameter. Once you smoke a few different cigars in this category, talk with friends who smoke cigars regularly and let them what aspects you want more or less of. They can advise you on a better choice the next time.

If you were looking for more intense flavor and more smoke you would want to try a darker and thicker cigar. If you wanted less flavor and not as much smoke you may want to try a cigar that is lighter in color and has less in diameter.

Getting started with cigars is completely trial and error. You will learn the best by trying the different styles, brands, origins, colors, length and thickness. Find a local cigar bar where you can learn from other people and have company when you choose to smoke.

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Cigar Etiquette

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009
Cigar Ashtray

Cigar Ashtray

There are many unwritten rules when it comes to smoking a cigar. Some you may know and others may be a surprise to you. Let’s take a quick look at some of the basics:

First, always observe your surroundings. Take note of the people and the atmosphere. The last thing you want to do is light up in front of someone who would be offended. Typically people with children would prefer if you didn’t smoke around them, so be courteous and look for a designated smoking area.

Secondly, only use a cigar cutter to make incisions into your cigar. Don’t ever use a knife, your teeth, scissors or any other sharp device. You can greatly decrease the full potential of the handmade cigar by doing so.

Always use wooden matches or a butane lighter. Do not use a liquid lighter or other matches when lighting up. If you’re going to be an aficionado you should only use a cedar match.

When you light the cigar, you want to hold the cigar at a ninety degree angle above the flame. Gently rotate the cigar until it is evenly lit. As it burns, place the cigar in your mouth and take a few puffs to ensure the heat makes its way up the cigar. Then blow it out.

As you smoke, take time to enjoy. A cigar is not intended to be smoked quickly. Its intention is to promote a relaxing experience. Also if the wrapper begins to come unwrapped, do not remove it as it will cheapen the look of it and its taste.

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