The Construction Imperative, a Myth? Franca Comparetto analyzes tasting data to show how construction quality and ash characteristics relate to off-flavors.
About the Role Nicotine Plays in the Enjoyment of Cigars
Nicotine is the main alkaloid present in the tobacco plant. According to Min Ron Nee, “bitterness is believed to be the taste of nicotine” and it decreases through fermentation and aging.
Cigars in a Tube – Unpack, Unscrew, Take Them Out, or Leave it Closed?
A cigar matures more slowly in a tube. This is why storage recommendations depend on the strength and storage duration of the cigar.
Why the Cigar Industry Loves Ecuador’s Outstanding Wrapper Leaf
There are two important reasons why Ecuador has become the Mecca for premium cigar wrapper tobacco: its soil and cloud-filled skies.
Do Hard Rolled Cigars Mean a Poor Draw?
There are many cigars on the market that are so firmly rolled that you might expect issued draw resistance. Have hard cigars been stored wrongly or are they a production fault?
Are the Shine and Texture of Wrappers a Sign of Quality?
The first impression is decisive, and because the wrapper is the calling-card of every cigar, it is of particular importance. Many feel that the shinier the wrapper, the better its quality. However, put so generally, this is not true.
Do Aromas of Different Cigars Mingle in the Humidor?
Humidor expert Marc André discusses the question if the aromas of different cigars will mingle in the humidor, if stored in singles.
How Much Does the Box Impact Cigar Prices?
Cigars come in every kind of container you can think of … but what is the cost of this choice? Lew Rothman of J-R Cigars is obsessed with packaging. So we asked him: how much do boxes cost?
How to Restore a Moldy Humidor
Moldy cigars must be removed. As for the humidor itself, there are various means of removing mold from the wooden surfaces.
Curado: What Happens During the Drying of Tobacco Leaves?
After tobacco leaves are harvested, the green leaves go through the natural process of curado, a desiccation process during which internal chemical changes occur.
The Most Common Humidor Problems and How to Solve Them
Disappointment when cigars are stored in a humidor is often caused by nonsensical construction of the used product and inadequate use. Here are the most common problems encountered when storing cigars in a humidor and suggestions on how to fix them.
Where to Place the Humidification System in Your Humidor
As a matter of principle, the relative air humidity in the immediate area of the humidification system is always higher than in the rest of the humidor. Consequently the distance between the cigars and the humidifier should be as great as possible.