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5 Cigar Myths Debunked for Beginners

Seth — Tue, 22 Aug 2017 11:34:50 +0000

Chances are if you are a new cigar smoker you have heard or seen things from others that have left you wondering is that true? Below I have debunked 5 cigar myths that are often presented as facts. These are myths that a new cigar smoker should not fall for. Cigar Myth #1 ... Read more

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Cheap Cigars for Beginners

Seth — Fri, 04 Mar 2016 18:29:10 +0000

When many people first start out smoking cigars one of the things they concern themselves with most is the cost of cigars. Most try to search out the cheapest cigars for beginners that they can find. This is a bad idea… Cigars are like most things; you get what you pay for. If you tend ... Read more

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Best Cigar Brands for Beginners

Seth — Thu, 12 Nov 2015 12:22:45 +0000

You have just started smoking cigars and you decide to head down to your local shop to pick up a cigar to enjoy on a nice lazy sunny afternoon or maybe to enjoy during your next round of golf. I remember the feeling the first time I stepped into a walk-in humidor. I was 18 ... Read more

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What is a Humidor

Seth — Fri, 18 Sep 2015 11:44:15 +0000

If you are new to cigar smoking you may have heard of a humidor, but are not quite sure what they are. Well to put it simply a humidor is box (usually) that you store cigars in. But really it is much, much more than that. A humidor creates favorable environment that is suitable for ... Read more

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Cigar Cutters for Beginners

Seth — Wed, 22 Apr 2015 14:25:43 +0000

Another essential step in the process of smoking a cigar is the cut… There are a lot of variables when it comes to cutting the head of a cigar. I know this may sound kind of odd to someone who is new to cigars but the further down the rabbit hole you get the ... Read more

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Got a Light?

Seth — Fri, 17 Apr 2015 16:17:05 +0000

One of the most crucial aspects of smoking a cigar and making it an enjoyable experience is lighting it. This includes both how you light it and what you light it with. A good light will allow the cigar to burn evenly and require fewer “touch ups “. First lets tackle what you use the ... Read more

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