Just discovered I can't suffer cigarettes vaping is expensive because replacements and refills and flavours are meh... Today bought my first cigar and it does have a great effect for me, I love it
Cigars are a modern day miracle from seed to the retail store. Depending on the brand, 2- 400 hands were involved in producing and selling a cigar for as little as $5 - 7 a stick. I used to manage a cigar lounge and we had surgeons, plumbers, lawyers, electricians unite in conversation about every topic over a cigar.
@sowhat... G'day, another Aussie here. Between shipping costs and taxes, $50 is the average beginning price in a lot of shops. There are taxes everywhere, but Australia taxes tobacco more than many other places. I still love cigars and it won't stop me, though.
A few points I wish someone told me before I got into cigars... 1. However much storage you think you need to store cigars, double it. 2. When you are smoking a cigar, now and again blow out through the cigar (which is the opposite of drawing smoke through it). This helps to re-set the cigar and pushes tar that may be collecting by the mouth end back through the cigar. Trust me it makes for a nicer smoking experience. 3. Never buy a box of cigars without sampling at least 3 cigars from the brand line you are thinking about purchasing. I have been stuck with a few boxes as a result of impulse purchases. 4. When you buy a new box of cigars, inspect them for wood mites and tobacco beetles, remove all the cigars from the box and brush them down using a shaving brush and brush out the box (outside of your house) as well. The boxes have been sanded in the factory and tend to have a lot of fine wood dust. You'll be surprised how much dust comes out when you brush out the boxes.
@@broskichannel4163 Give them away or just smoke them to get them over with. Or smoke them on your commute home from work. That's why i buy mostly samplers.
@@BeastMadeReviews do you have any suggestions on how to stop from bringing the smell into the house ? My wife is quite sensitive to smells and she coughs when I come in after I have a cigar. It kind of makes me want to quit for her sake.
@@D1722eieio there's a couple of things you can do. The old-fashioned way is to wear a smoking jacket. The idea is that the outer layer will absorb the smoke so your clothes don't smell smokey. It works well. I don't know of an option that will instantly kill the smell, so there's going be a transition period. But I find a jacket helps, changing your shirt helps, and washing your hands and face with a degreasing soap will help.
Well said, brother! In terms of health risk, I would say not exercising, and eating junk with seed oils and pesticides are way riskier than smoking cigars.
You can smoke a pack of cigarettes for 20 years and be somewhat okay. You can binge eat junk food for 2 years and gain 40kg and loose the ability to run and walk properly.
"I would say not exercising, and eating junk with seed oils and pesticides are way riskier than smoking cigars." But with most people, it isn't an "either ... or", but rather a "both ... and." And it's quite undeniable that eating too much unhealthy food, exercising too little AND smoking are more dangerous when combined than just overeating and underexercising but at least staying clear of smoking, isn't it?
@@EricMustardman nope, not if you smoke just cigars! Cigarettes or vapes, different story then yes, perhaps some synergy there.. but ultimately, smoking is NO good anyway, unlike eating healthy, which in my world view and opinion is lots of meat, particularly red meat! I’m a carnivore (meat ONLY) for a long time and it’s reduced a slew of health conditions in my life, so that’s what’s working for me…
@EricMustardman Over 42% of the US adult population is obese and only about 3% of the US adult population smokes cigars. So, no, it isn't the case of people doing both.
Received my first cigar a few months ago for my wedding and was intrigued. I've been steadily trying out different ones since. I've got a small humidor given to me by a coworker and usually spend my time after work with a glass of whiskey and a cigar on the back porch. Started watching this video absent-mindedly while shaving and am glad to say I learned quite a bit, appreciate all the tips.
I got real curious about cigars about a dozen years ago, but my cautious nature prevented me from trying it. I wish I smoked my first on my 40th birthday, with my dad. Yesterday I turned 50 and I've decided I'm gonna finally try one, though now i've only got Arnie to mentor me with this. I hope I don't regret having missed out on enjoying a stogie every now and then the past ten years.
Great video! One tip is to smoke what you like once you find what you like, not what everyone else says you should like. It is your money after all. Second is to not be afraid to try different types, don't get stuck on one type. I have humidors with my go to sticks, when I go to a lounge I usually get one that I have been researching. If I like them I usually buy more, if I don't I am not out a bunch of money.
Storage tip for newbies: if you buy a sampler pack or have a small or growing stash, ask the retailer if they have any empty cigar boxes. Some places sell them pretty cheaply: others give them away. They make for great inexpensive storage. Just throw in one of those Boveda packets, and you're good. Also: I'm not the most seasoned cigar smoker, but I've lit with matches, cigar matches, butane, and a Bic lighter. Matches and butane were fine- no bad taste or odor. But the Bic lighter was a terrible experience, imparting a bad taste and leaving a bad first impression on what I knew to be a cigar I enjoyed.
The cigar boxes that keep the humidity best use thicker wood, have a raised insulation baffle to keep the lid somewhat tight, and it's also better if the box is painted/lacquered on the outside. You would have to refill the humidifier/replace Boveda packs more often than with a proper humidor, but it works! Thin cigar boxes with a flap for a lid are crap, though.
Been off and on with cigars for about 10 years, I use the Bovida pacs,they work great for me,just don’t over humidify,65% is perfect. The V cutters are by far my favorite,perfect cut every time,and their cheap.
Very well done, brother! This is undoubtedly the most thorough and consolidated cigar beginner's guide I've yet had the pleasure of watching. It'll be saved to my "Cigars" playlist, and I will definitely share it with cigar newbies. Cheers!
The one cigar to one pack of cigarettes equivalent is quoted quite often. Point is cigar smoke is just as carcinogenic as cigaret smoke. My cancer is a met exon 14 skipping deletion in chromosome 7. So I basically created the cancer in my body by smoking cigars that is taking my life. Do not buy into the theory that everyone is different or my genes are bad or it won’t happen to me. It can happen to you if you take the risk.
@@JTK639 There are many great brands, but I would suggest a style instead. There is a style of cigar called a "Connecticut", that uses tobaccos originating from that part of the USA. They're generally pretty mild and smooth. Alec Bradley makes a good Connecticut. AJ Fernandez makes a good one. But that style is a great starting point for a newbie. They're excellent cigars even for the seasoned cigar lover, too.
@@JTK639 Hi from the U.S. I'm not sure what brands are available in the UK. If you're in London, I suggest you visit Davidoff of London. Their staff will gladly guide you to select something you might like. They would likely help you with an online purchase as well. They're very accommodating to new smokers. Welcome to the wonderful world of cigars!
I have smoked cigars for years - and while I know all of this - I loved your presentation. KUDOS! Everyone looking to start - and a highly suggest because its such an amazing, stress reducing hobby - you should watch this!!
Nice job man! As a cigar smoker for about 10 years I was impressed with this video. There were actually several things you brought up that I didn’t even know, even after having smoked and researched cigars for awhile now. Thanks!
@@BeastMadeReviews my only objection was when you only used the tip in the draw. Draw needles are typically 4" long and you use all of it, creating a tunnel down the cigar. Your video of only using the tip would do absolutely nothing to help the draw.
@@HappyBuddhaBoyd using it this way was how it was designed. And it usually works well when necessary. The idea is that you want to take out as little as possible. You can't put it back in if you take too much out. But if you do a little bit and need to go back in and take out more, you can.
Been smoking cigars and watching vids religiously for about 5 years now. For not being an outright cigar channel this guy is spot on with many things it's taken me awhile to learn/experience. VERY good video to pay attention to for anyone smoking cigars.
You're right...the PerfecDraw is a great tool! It allows me to get an absolute perfect draw on an otherwise hard-to-draw cigar AND can be used as a "nubber" to smoke the very last bit (nub) of the cigar. I LOVE it!
What a superb video review. I’ve smoked cigars for over 10 years and watched a lot of videos on the subject and this is definitely one of the very best. Congratulations and keep up the great work. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Very good information! I’ve been a regular cigar smoker since the 90’s, and I can honestly tell you that I learned a little something. Thank you for research that you did and bringing it to us. The only thing that I can think of that wasn’t mentioned, and I’m not totally certain that it’s true, is that it’s always been my understanding that the strength of a cigar isn’t judged by its color, which you mentioned isn’t always the case, but by its “veininess.” I know, that really isn’t a word, but you know what I mean. A cigar, lite or dark, the less plant veins you see, the milder the smoke. The more veins you can see and feel, the stronger the smoke. I don’t know if this idea has any clout, but I’ve always used this to judge a cigar and it’s never really let me down. Hope this information helps one or many of my fellow connoisseurs. By the way, my favorite smoke is just about any 6x60 medium bodied to full flavored Maduro. Thanks
Dave, I have been smoking cigars for over 40 yrs and I've got to say this was a great guide. You touched all of the important points for enjoying cigars and your info was spot on and lacking bias. Great job, You've summed up in this video what took me years to learn. I'm impressed and I will be recommending this video to any of my friends who want to learn about the art of enjoying cigars. Well done!
@@issac1135I've smoke between 5 and 7 cigars a week. I don't inhale, I'm not a heavy alcohol user. Health is generally good. (I do take some prescriptions on a daily basis) I'm not going to tell you smoking cigars like I do is without health risks, what I will tell you is that I get a ton of relaxation from enjoying my cigars. I'm retired now but was in a high stress profession for a living. It was the only way I could slow down and think about nothing else for 1 to 2 hours.
Great Job. I have been smoking for many years. I truly enjoy cigars as a hobby and all that go along with them, especially the history. you packed a lot of great information in a very short time frame. Thank you. Because of this I am encouraged to watch more of your videos, while I smoke a cigar to see what else I can learn from you.
You missed the key point to smoking cigars. Here it is. It allows you to get away from the wife and kids for an hour or so and enjoy the piece and quiet if done properly. That is KEY
That’s a big one. My problem is bringing the smell back in the House and then I remember why I started smoking Cigars in the first place once the wife starts complaining. Lol
my wife joins me for our smoke and drink. She tends to smoke mild to medium where I'm a full body smoker. We tend to listen to some jazz or the sounds of nature from our porch or patio.
Little tip about cigar lounge. They will almost always try to sell mid to higher end cigars. If you are looking for something cheaper look at the cigars that are close to the floor. Cheap doesn't mean bad. Some of the best cigars I've had I've only paid $3-4 for them.
I ran a cigar shop in Central London (Soho ) for 22 years in the 1970. We mostly sold Cuban and then from all over the world. In my time I have just about smoked everything and now I'm retired and given it all up . We had world famous actors amongst our customers who bought bulk lots that we had to keep in perfect condition so they would draw them as they needed. Great memories.
This is an excellent overview of cigars and the best ways to enjoy them. I've been smoking from 150-200 per year and will attest the often overlooked benefit of sitting down at the end of a day (sometimes stressful days) with a dram of whiskey and taking the time the time to think (or unthink) about things. It's a form of meditation. Thanks for this.
I have been smoking cigars for a couple decades now. There are so many fantastic cigars out there, you will never get to enjoy them all. I mostly buy singles and 5-packs because there are so many kinds that I want in my humidors. I love the variety, and like that I can pick one for the time of day, the weather, or my mood. And yes, a cigar can change your life - giving myself a reason to just sit and relax for a while (I am ridiculously busy) has, I am sure, added years to my life.
I have been smoking cigars over 30 years and currently I’m a sales manager at a large cigar shop. This video is a good video for a new cigar smoker. You hit everything I tell my new cigar smoking customers. 👍
A practice I have found worthwhile, that many others have advocated, is to toast the foot of one's cigar prior to lighting it. That is, Without puffing, apply a flame to the foot of the cigar to char the surface. I highly recommend using a wooden match, instead of a lighter, and placing the cigar slightly above the match flame rather than immersing the tobacco into it. The same technique applies to the proper lighting following toasting: Allow the flame to reach up to the foot of the cigar instead of submerging the tobacco into it.
Zippo now males butane inserts so you dont have to use lighter fluid. they come in a torch style warm flame as well. I love them, they are priced reasonably, the best of both worlds for me!
You sir are an absolute wealth of information and the time and dedication you put into making these videos is absolutely phenomenal. To have so much detailed information in such a concise way is absolutely spectacular. I’m going to guess that the next video will be a detail description of various Bourbons ! Although I’m not really into cigars, I had to watch just because I was so interested and fascinated by your description of everything. However, you are a gateway into some very expensive hobbies for everyone 😂 I had to give you the recognition you deserve, and thank you for all the effort you put into these types of videos because I know they are not easy to make, and a lot of people like myself benefit from being able to watch them. Thank you.
Oh yeah as a long-time cigar aficionado, I've never tasted/felt the crazy things like "ripe plumb flavor, or 17.5 day old rum raisins." The magazines go off the rails with those crazy flavors!
Learning to retrohale has been key to opening up all the characteristics that cigars contain due to using more of your olfactory sense. Takes a little practice, but absolutely worrh it if you have interest in cigars.
I see guys who have smoked cigars for years who have never retrohaled which is crazy to me, as the retrohale is where I get the majority of the flavor.
@@robertlulek1634 When you retrohale you still don't inhale the smoke. You slowly push your tongue up while exhaling slowly through your nose. So it likely increases your risk of cancer in your nasal cavities but it doesn't touch your lungs at all. Apparently undercover cops would often use retrohaling when having to smoke something Infront of people without actually inhaling into their lungs so they don't get high while still making it look like they inhaled since it's exciting their nose and not their mouth.
@@Jurgenels7 no I do kind of understand a matter of fact I do that once in a while myself, but I know it's not healthy. Even when you smoke a regular cigar, I believe it gets into your lungs no matter what. It pretty much has to think about it when you let out the plumber smoke is there so much smoke that Hass to be some Contente gets down your lungs I feel it too as well in my lungs and taste it.
@@robertlulek1634 yeah I agree. I think small quantities enter my lungs sometime if I'm smoking, talking and inhale a breath at the end of the sentence, but it never purposely goes into my lungs in large amounts. When I switched from cigarettes to cigars(only 1 or 2 a week) a few years ago I would in the beginning let out 90% of the smoke and inhale the last 10% since it was such a habit to inhale. But now I haven't purposefully or accidentally inhaled any significant amount of smoke in a long time. I agree that retrohaling always seems more unhealthy to me. It brings so many flavours out but unlike the mouth, the nose and sinuses have lots of surface area and is more sensitive with more capillary blood vessels so I usually retrohale only every now and again.
You stated that cellophane can contain cigar beetles. It can’t contain them cause they can eat right through it. It will slow them down but won’t stop them. I enjoyed the video. Did a nice job covering a lot of points.
As a cigar smoker since 2000, Boveda packs are for lifetime. If you notice they are drying out, recharge them with a paper towel and distilled water. There are a bunch of videos on youtube telling you how to recharge them. No need to throw away a good product and waste money. Lighting your cigars with a torch. You don't actually want the flame to touch your cigar, but the heat generated by the flame to do the work. You want to toast the end, nice and slow, not burn it. Once your cigar is lit, let is sit for a few minutes before you take your first puff. This will allow any residue from your lighter to burn off (if you're using a zippo) or if you burn the end. If you're having issue with your cigars being "plugged" or hard draw, think about lowering your humidity. 70/70 is old school, most people have found 65% humidity better as it produces better flavors and less draw problems. Cuban Cigars are still Illegal to Americans. So if you're buying them outside of the US and you declare them coming in to the country, they will take them from you.
It's illegal to purchase them in the US, but you can bring it in if you are coming back from let's say a holiday (have to pay import tax and such, and have both quantity and price limit I think).
@phoenix212 Nope, their are illegal either g brought into the country again. That's why if you purchased them online and they get caught, you are sent a letter and the cigars are confiscated.
Excellent video sir, you are very knowledgeable. I had a cigar back in college after completing a frustrating exam, only I hadn't eaten much that day. Needless to say I was on the toilet shortly after smoking that cigar, so yes make sure to eat before you smoke a cigar.
I would suggest to start off with Connecticuts, Naturals and Camaroons for an easier mild to medium profile before jumping on the Maduro train! Happy Smoke, Player! 💨🥃 Great information in this video 💯
He mentioned snacks or drinks. If you're new, keep some dark chocolate handy. If you start to feel sick from too much nicotine, dark chocolate is the way to go
As far as cutting one thing I do 90% of the time is to cut it twice. First cut is your normal cut. I usually make a second cut at around the half way mark. The reason for that is as you smoke, the end can get raggedy and you may also get less smoke on the draw. This is caused by the wetness from your saliva. That second cut brings it back to the same condition as you had from the first cut. One other tip is when holding a cigar in your mouth, you should hold it with your teeth not your lips. Holding with just your lips chances are it's a good chance it'll fall out of your mouth if your up moving around.
Great video. im a new cigar smoker. Once Boveda dries out, you can revive them by soaking them in a container with distilled water. Takes about 3 days. 72% is recommended for cigars.
Cigars are expensive so saving on paraphernalia can help. I use a bic lighter and it works just fine, for a humidor I use a medium size plastic box with a somewhat loose fitting lid, cost at wal-mart $4.50. For moisture I use a small plastic container with no lid with a rag wetted down with distilled water inside. My gauge always reads around 70٪. Just a few tips from a tight wad.
Visited Cuba and toured cigar rolling establishments. They are so proud and efficient in their job. They pump in great music for the employees. You see both men and women and they all seemed to be knawing on a Puro all day.
I am now just getting back into cigars . I had gotten away from smoking them because my wife complained about them so much . Since she passed away , I have since returned to smoking them , and it's like starting all over again . While I can't afford the "top drawer" sticks like before , I use sources that allow me to purchase cigars that I can afford without sacrificing quality altogether . I do most of my cigar shopping on line. It gives me the options to look around without having to run all over looking for a brick and mortar dealer .
the biggest thing i would say resonated with me, was the "dont smoke on an empty stomach" and for me, that also incudes with seafood. did not mix that well for me
I love the Cigar community at large...this man needs to be protected at all costs!!! he's giving away what i consider 100's of dollars of information and is asking for nothing, thank you from a fellow BOTL!!!
Here Is a life hack you'll thank me for later. Boveda packs can be recycled as much as 8-9 times, by soaking them in distilled water and placing them in a ziplock bag in your fridge, it takes about 4-5 days to rehydrate them but they will save you a ton of money and are perfectly safe to use after you pat them dry.
when I first started smoking cigars back in 97-98 it was cuban cigars until about 9-10 years ago i was introduce to Dominican,honduran and nicaraguan cigars and i never looked back,occassionally i would smoke a cuban,this is great information,what works for you is all that matters.
My GOD! I wish I would have seen of video like this when I started smoking cigars a decade ago! I had to go through a lot of videos on each individual subject. lol.... This is a great video for anyone looking to get into cigars.
One of my main issues with cigar smoking is that it seems to increase saliva production in my mouth. It makes me want to spit as I don’t want to in-jest the saliva. Otherwise, I very much enjoy cigar smoking .
Very interesting tutorial. One thing to keep in mind : when the cigar comes to an end, DON'T CRUSH it in the ashtray. It's a lack of etiquette and it's disrespectful for the torcedor that made it. Just let the cigar ''die'' peacefully in the ashtray.
My advice from smoking cigars since 2003 is 1. Start off with a mild cigar, even flavored. Have some to give away or to teach newbies how to smoke. 2. Buy samplers to figure out what you like 3. Read reviews to find out what cigars have the flavors you like and which to avoid ( example is I hate leather and strong cedar taste, I love Corojo spice wrappers) 4. The bigger the humidor the better because you need space to season some sticks 5. Buy cigars to smoke them, not to collect them. Same with lighters and cutters. I toast and light with hemp wick wrapped around cheap bic lighters. 6 . If traveling get a strong travel humidor as you will crack or crunch a cigar even being super careful. 7. Cubans are overrated but do try one to find out 8. Start off by smoking a cigar until the first ash falls off. Let it go out on it's own and wait about 15 minutes. Relight it and for some reason it will taste better. This is my best tip and I learned it from a co-worker.
Yeah hemp wick is probably the best for getting flavor off the foot. I don't know how torch lighters were successfully marketed in the cigar world because they kill most of the the initial flavor and it's easier to get an uneven burn. I'm not a big fan of cedar either. Early in my career it was a pretty big letdown when I pulled what were some tasty expensive cigars out of the cedar humidor to find out that the flavor profile turned to almost strait wood. Some cedar humidors might be better at not leeching as much of the flavor but I wont take the chance again regardless. As far as collecting/aging goes, cigars are a lot like wine and it depends on the stick. If you really like one then smoke them while the flavor profile is intact. If not then put them away for a while and you may or may not have a nice surprise waiting for you the next time you decide to get one out. I think the reason relights usually taste better is the same reason soft flames taste better. It's just less heat build up and less flavonoids burning off before you can get to them. It doesn't always make much of a difference but it definitely doesn't ruin them like a lot of people believe. Well unless you leave it out for a real long time and it goes stale.
Been smoking cigars 40+ years and have smoked a wide variety! My grandfather smoked cigars but never smoked what I would call a premium cigars . if he was here today it would be a great time with him smoking great cigars !
I may have missed this…but quality of a cigar may not always equate to the selling price. There are so many cigars out there. A $20 cigar doesn’t always beat out an $9 cigar. Try them and enjoy what you like! Enjoy the journey all!
This is absolutely true. Dont worry about what is Number 1 or what the price is. There will be plenty in your taste and comfort zone. I have access to everything and my faves are under 15 dollars locally with 65% tax.
I've been enjoying Drew Estate cigars recently, £5 each in the UK and they are really nice The two I've been enjoying are rather Acid and the tabak especial
I have been enjoying the pleasure of smoking cigars for about 30 years. You have covered the how to and basic knowledge of cigars quite well sir . If there is anymore information to be gained it would be from smoking a premium hand rolled cigar. Thank you sir for the excellent video.
One thing you didn't mention was how to put out a cigar and there are cigar smokers that I know who don't know to put out a cigar when you're finished with it. Here goes (it's really complicated): put it down. That's it. You DO NOT crush them out in the ash tray like you would a cigarette. Just put it down - it will go out by itself. Otherwise: an excellent video.
Great video. FL also has its own tobacco. Coffee is very similar to wine, coffee and teas - growing region and climate affect quality and taste. Thanks!
Avoid storing flavored cigars and regular cigars together, and understand that any humidor you use to store flavored cigars in, will absorb those flavors from the cigars over time.
I would've stated that wrappers can be aged in many different things in order for your cigar to have a taste or flavor other than raw tobacco, and it's a very good idea to start with a cigar that has a sweet or smokey wrapper to ease you into that strong tobacco flavor
I've smoked cigars for 11 years now and have viewed a plethora of cigar related videes. (Hey, I got to use "plethora"!) This is the best symopsis I have seen. Succint and all encompassing. It's excellent.
In a separate video talk more about mold vs plume. That was one of the things I was extremely worried about when I got my first bundle of cigars. Cheers yall.
Very simply. A lab in Austrailia put out a 1000 dollar reward for anyone that could send them a cigar with Plume on it. Every single one tested ended up being mold or fungus. With that said, the rare plume, some day someone will find it. Probably it all started with cigar shops that had poor humidity control and they told the customer it was plume.
11:11 the 5th thing is your environment. It can have a big impact. It’s not really something you want to do in a minimal smoking area, unless you enjoy standing for an hour. It’s not something you want to do if you’re going to be get stares or complaints so before lighting up in a smoking area clear with people around you or at least the staff & it’s not something you want to do when you don’t have enough time
I love cigars, but pretty sure most tobacco growers use pesticides, the Tobacco plant has a lot of pests, especially in the Caribbean. Caterpillars can do a lot of damage. So probably not completely organic. I would interested to know if there is a genuinely organic cigar?
Wonderful introduction to cigars! A little note I'd say about the lighting controversy. Regardless of how you light it, the most important thing is to get a full cherry (full lit end) during the lighting process; otherwise the cigar may burn uneven and it's harder to course correct later. I was taught to toast and fully light a cigar at the end BEFORE drawing on it. Blowing on the end is a way to see and test if you have a full cherry. While I still usually light this way, I went several years before learning this to just light and draw at the same time, which lights it quicker. With the quick light, sometimes I can taste the butane/fluid off the first draw or two, but after that, I really don't get any unpleasant tastes. I've done taste tests with same cigars on this, and it really doesn't make much impact on my own taste. The cigar purists who say it RUINS your cigar to do this, I think blow it out of proportion. Another thing I've realized though that I haven't seen talked about (at least in a video yet, especially with using a butane torch), is that after you light it and test the draw, if you wait a min or two before taking a deep draw, that deep draw will be cooler and less harsh than if you start puffing away right away. Hope this helps someone
George Burns was on Johnny Carson. Burns said that he smoked 10 to 15 cigars a day. Carson asked Burns if his doctor approved of smoking that many cigars? Burns said, “No. My doctor is dead.”
Great video and breakdown of cigar smoking. I've been smoking cigars for well on 30 years now. One day the bug just hit me. My recommendation is to smoke what you like. Smoke it the way you like. I've got my fair share of lighters, cutters, and a few humidors but it doesn't take anything fancy to enjoy a good smoke. Just take the time that the cigar deserves. Don't rush it. Just enjoy it.
Thats not true, People who smoke in generell just tend to have up to 20% more testosterone in them. Scientists believe, that people with higher testosterone levels tend to take more risk’s, including diseases from cigars. That doesn’t mean Ull start to produce more testosterone by smoking, in fact, it’s more likely that the opposite will happen since it will negatively effect your body.
There are no words to your extensive research and study. You have presented it in a marvelous manner. Technically videography and editing is also good. Your expression is excellent! Really appreciate your hard work. 💎👌🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Not eating before a cigar is mostly for beginners or those with weaker stomachs. I fast for days and smoking a cigar doesn’t bother my stomach. I’ve been smoking cigars for 26 years.
When it comes to Cubans, they used to be at the absolute top of the cigar world. After the 1990s and issues with diseases in Cuban tobacco, however, many cigars from around the world rival Cubans in quality and flavor. While I think that select Cuban brands like Cohiba may still be the apex of the cigar experience, top non-Cuban brands can be in the same ballpark. One also needs to be aware that due to the embargo, many Cuban brand names are used in the U. S. denoting completely different and usually inferior products, and genuine Cuban cigar brands are straight-up counterfeited with alarming frequency. Finding and understanding genuine Cuban cigars is probably best left to someone with a bit of experience. Take your time and research how to avoid getting cheated out of what can be a great experience.
@@onemorething100 The most important thing would be making sure it's a real Cuban, not one of the plethora of fakes out there. If you can obtain one and verify its authenticity, it then becomes a matter of taste. Some of my favorites? The Partagas, serie D No. 4 if you like a good rich flavored oily smoke. The Montecristo Edmundo is lighter but also quite good. The Hoyo De Monterrey Epicure No. 2 is smaller but a classic. And of course, the holy grail of Cuban cigars is pretty much anything by Cohiba. They are complex and develop progressively over the length of each stick, especially the larger vitolas.
Started smoking cigars 20 years ago. I've smoked several hundred and my go to is Trader Jacks kickin cigars. Not bougie or expensive but always a good smoke.
As a long time smoker of cigars, possibly longer than you have been alive, before torch lighters, you really did a great job putting together a visual summation and pretty much hit every point I could think of. Temperatures over 75 degrees will induce mold. One thing cigar smokers of old did was to smoke only one brand. Not very true any more. Put me down for a punch cut (except for figuardos) and a soft flame. The FDA / Democrats have made premium cigars almost un-affordable via regulations and taxes. Thank Obama for adding $10 a box/bundle to EVERY sale via his SCHIP tax.
I've been smoking cigars for about 7 or 8 years now. I've tried so many different brands, flavors, sizes, styles, and price ranges. I've come across questions with other "aficionados" regarding the dos and don't s of cigar smoking. Questions that really seem to have no answer, and are all about preference... Leave the wrapper on or take it off? Roll the ash, or tap that ash? Do you relight once it goes out? I do agree with the one comment below about not snuffing the cigar when your done... just let it die peacefully in the ashtray. Great video!
You missed mentioning, sweet cap (tip) vs. non sweet cap. I'm not a fan of the sweet cap cigars, but for all those who's looking to experience cigars, you may want to select a cigar with a sweet cap. The sweet caps cigars will help, especially if you're someone who struggles in picking up cigar notes (sensitive taste palettes). Enjoy and to all my B-SOTL keep PSSITA.
@josejh-eb8st try smoking some of the sweet cap cigars that might help, and it'll that doesn't help try eating some chocolate (dark) beforehand, and then the last resort, if non of these tips helps try pairing your cigars with some drinks (alcohol/non-alcohol). I recommended dabbling in this till you find your favorite pairing. Anyone I hope this help... and continue PSSITA.
Spectacular presentation. I've watched many videos on my learning journey . I wish this was the first video I'd watched. It would have saved me hours.... thanks again.
I finally got my PerfecDraw just the other day. Love it! Yeah, I was using a 12d Sinker Nail along with a large modified paper clip, but finally decided to upgrade since the missus was giving me those strange looks. I love it! Even picked-up a new carbon lighter that will reliably light my cigar in these Texas sized winds. Cheers!
Nothing beats a Cuban made cigar. Taking seeds from Cuba and planting them elsewhere is not the same, it is the Cuban soil and climate that cannot be replicated. I’ve smoke hundred of cigars including some of the most expensive cigars in the word , I have hundreds in my 4 humidors and I’ve been to Cuba, the DR, Nicaragua and Ecuador, and i can tell you that nothing can beat a Cuban made cigar.
This is a particularly prevelant myth about cigars. Not to say that you are wrong, as it is entirely subjective, but Cuban cigars have been diminishing in quality and prestige for decades. In a communist country, with the absence of a profit motive, each step of the tobacco and cigar process is done to worse standards and diminishing quality. Even in the high end Cubans, like regional specials, the quality of the cigar is shockingly poor. The climate and soil if Cuba does impart unique flavors and qualities, but new world cigars enjoy advantages of much higher standards throughout the process and it shows in the end product.
I’ve purchased several boxes of different cubans on my trips to Europe and i’ll take a DR or Nicaragua cigar any day. Good but overpriced and one dimensional.
i reacted to tow things on your list . Vitolas, as i learned the cuban vitolas is one thing and the rest another , in cuba there are rules for what the cigars are called based on there shape and size but the rest of the world can name them what they see fit. Then the Boveda packs , never throw them away , put them in destilled water then they get dry m leave them there for 12-24 hours, dry them off with an towl and replace them into your humidor. Thanks for a good show
70 years ago Cuban cigars were the best. Now they aren't. Worse, they have historically cost quite a lot more. Recently a *lot* more than 'other' often better New World cigars. They are too expensive, probably counterfeit, _(even in Cuba),_ and they are not as good as premium cigars from other South and Central American producers.
This is mostly a preference that I’d like to impart onto others… I stay away from machine-made cigars. Cigar rolling is a craft. By buying machined cigars you’re putting skilled craftsmen (and craftswomen) out of a job. Not only that, you’re supporting the extinction of yet another traditional craft that I think should be preserved.
I agree that hand made is the way to go but I don't necessarily agree that you are putting anyone out of business. Both serve entirely different markets of consumers. Folks that buy machine made are generally never setting foot in a legitimate cigar shop/lounge. They are buying from convenience stores and tobacco outlets and purely looking for the nic buzz or to have a convenient wrapper to stuff weed into.
I have been enjoying cigars for 20 years and there are two things I would recommend to help with the ability to get flavors. When I toast a cigar, I don't let the flame actually touch the cigar. It takes a bit longer to ignite, but the light is better. Also, I try and keep the cigar as cool as possible. I'll let the ash stay on there as long as I can without wearing it and take time between draws.
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Cuba got puros ? really ? how do you know ?
@@mikehoare6093 Cubans by law can ONLY be puros.
I am a bit of a cigar nerd and this is fantastic for people just entering the world of cigars. Very well done.
thank you!
Just discovered I can't suffer cigarettes vaping is expensive because replacements and refills and flavours are meh...
Today bought my first cigar and it does have a great effect for me, I love it
I completely agree with the Psychological benefits. I love taking an hour or 90 minutes to just relax and enjoy a cigar and some bourbon.
Me too
100% -- that almost meditative time with just the cigar and the space and my brain is invaluable.
…and good music.
When someone lights up it's the best time to fart, no one will notice
But i hate the post-cigar depression 😅
Cigars are a modern day miracle from seed to the retail store. Depending on the brand, 2- 400 hands were involved in producing and selling a cigar for as little as $5 - 7 a stick. I used to manage a cigar lounge and we had surgeons, plumbers, lawyers, electricians unite in conversation about every topic over a cigar.
Imagine the stimulation of thought and conversation that went on in coffee houses when tobacco smoking was present.
Lol try 50 in Australia, fuckin tax on everything
@@jordyb323 is that the minimum? No way. There's taxes everywhere so idk wym
@sowhat... G'day, another Aussie here. Between shipping costs and taxes, $50 is the average beginning price in a lot of shops. There are taxes everywhere, but Australia taxes tobacco more than many other places. I still love cigars and it won't stop me, though.
I just bought three cigars for $46 today in Norway. Brutal to see you get them for a tenth of the price.
A few points I wish someone told me before I got into cigars...
1. However much storage you think you need to store cigars, double it.
2. When you are smoking a cigar, now and again blow out through the cigar (which is the opposite of drawing smoke through it). This helps to re-set the cigar and pushes tar that may be collecting by the mouth end back through the cigar. Trust me it makes for a nicer smoking experience.
3. Never buy a box of cigars without sampling at least 3 cigars from the brand line you are thinking about purchasing. I have been stuck with a few boxes as a result of impulse purchases.
4. When you buy a new box of cigars, inspect them for wood mites and tobacco beetles, remove all the cigars from the box and brush them down using a shaving brush and brush out the box (outside of your house) as well. The boxes have been sanded in the factory and tend to have a lot of fine wood dust. You'll be surprised how much dust comes out when you brush out the boxes.
wish i read 3. earlier oh well
@@broskichannel4163 Give them away or just smoke them to get them over with. Or smoke them on your commute home from work. That's why i buy mostly samplers.
Didn't get number two
Step 2 you mean blow 🌬️ like this from the end you put "inhale" in? Or you mean your mouth literally touch the cigar and blow?
Put the cigar in your mouth and blow through it. 😊@@MarcosGtz-n6i
As someone who has been smoking cigars for over 20 years I think your video was really concise. Well done mate, you have researched well.
Thank you!
Any suggestions on how to kill the smell when I come in the house ? It kind of defeats the purpose when my wife is coughing when I come inn.
@@BeastMadeReviews do you have any suggestions on how to stop from bringing the smell into the house ? My wife is quite sensitive to smells and she coughs when I come in after I have a cigar. It kind of makes me want to quit for her sake.
@@D1722eieio there's a couple of things you can do. The old-fashioned way is to wear a smoking jacket. The idea is that the outer layer will absorb the smoke so your clothes don't smell smokey. It works well. I don't know of an option that will instantly kill the smell, so there's going be a transition period. But I find a jacket helps, changing your shirt helps, and washing your hands and face with a degreasing soap will help.
@@D1722eieiomy wife smokes cigars with me. But a smoking jacket is your best option
Well said, brother! In terms of health risk, I would say not exercising, and eating junk with seed oils and pesticides are way riskier than smoking cigars.
You can smoke a pack of cigarettes for 20 years and be somewhat okay. You can binge eat junk food for 2 years and gain 40kg and loose the ability to run and walk properly.
Agree with you! 💯💯
"I would say not exercising, and eating junk with seed oils and pesticides are way riskier than smoking cigars."
But with most people, it isn't an "either ... or", but rather a "both ... and." And it's quite undeniable that eating too much unhealthy food, exercising too little AND smoking are more dangerous when combined than just overeating and underexercising but at least staying clear of smoking, isn't it?
@@EricMustardman nope, not if you smoke just cigars!
Cigarettes or vapes, different story then yes, perhaps some synergy there..
but ultimately, smoking is NO good anyway, unlike eating healthy, which in my world view and opinion is lots of meat, particularly red meat!
I’m a carnivore (meat ONLY) for a long time and it’s reduced a slew of health conditions in my life, so that’s what’s working for me…
@EricMustardman Over 42% of the US adult population is obese and only about 3% of the US adult population smokes cigars. So, no, it isn't the case of people doing both.
very good ..
I'm cigar smoker for ,wow,40 years now!
A rewarding , relaxing hobby
Thanks
How often do you smoke them?
Received my first cigar a few months ago for my wedding and was intrigued. I've been steadily trying out different ones since. I've got a small humidor given to me by a coworker and usually spend my time after work with a glass of whiskey and a cigar on the back porch. Started watching this video absent-mindedly while shaving and am glad to say I learned quite a bit, appreciate all the tips.
Awesome! Thank you for watching!
How did the wife like it ??
Concise, fast, and a lot of information, this is exactly the rhythm I need when learning about a new topic.
Great video.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I got real curious about cigars about a dozen years ago, but my cautious nature prevented me from trying it. I wish I smoked my first on my 40th birthday, with my dad. Yesterday I turned 50 and I've decided I'm gonna finally try one, though now i've only got Arnie to mentor me with this. I hope I don't regret having missed out on enjoying a stogie every now and then the past ten years.
Great video! One tip is to smoke what you like once you find what you like, not what everyone else says you should like. It is your money after all. Second is to not be afraid to try different types, don't get stuck on one type. I have humidors with my go to sticks, when I go to a lounge I usually get one that I have been researching. If I like them I usually buy more, if I don't I am not out a bunch of money.
You didn't miss anything ! I'm a cigar smoker of 20 years and if were to start smoking today,this video pretty much covers it all!!! Great job 👏👏👍✌🏼
Thank you!
Storage tip for newbies: if you buy a sampler pack or have a small or growing stash, ask the retailer if they have any empty cigar boxes. Some places sell them pretty cheaply: others give them away. They make for great inexpensive storage. Just throw in one of those Boveda packets, and you're good.
Also: I'm not the most seasoned cigar smoker, but I've lit with matches, cigar matches, butane, and a Bic lighter. Matches and butane were fine- no bad taste or odor. But the Bic lighter was a terrible experience, imparting a bad taste and leaving a bad first impression on what I knew to be a cigar I enjoyed.
The cigar boxes that keep the humidity best use thicker wood, have a raised insulation baffle to keep the lid somewhat tight, and it's also better if the box is painted/lacquered on the outside. You would have to refill the humidifier/replace Boveda packs more often than with a proper humidor, but it works! Thin cigar boxes with a flap for a lid are crap, though.
Been off and on with cigars for about 10 years, I use the Bovida pacs,they work great for me,just don’t over humidify,65% is perfect. The V cutters are by far my favorite,perfect cut every time,and their cheap.
Very well done, brother! This is undoubtedly the most thorough and consolidated cigar beginner's guide I've yet had the pleasure of watching. It'll be saved to my "Cigars" playlist, and I will definitely share it with cigar newbies. Cheers!
Much appreciated!
The one cigar to one pack of cigarettes equivalent is quoted quite often. Point is cigar smoke is just as carcinogenic as cigaret smoke. My cancer is a met exon 14 skipping deletion in chromosome 7. So I basically created the cancer in my body by smoking cigars that is taking my life. Do not buy into the theory that everyone is different or my genes are bad or it won’t happen to me. It can happen to you if you take the risk.
Hi.
I'm in the UK.
What brand would you recommend to a complete novice.
Thanks
@@JTK639 There are many great brands, but I would suggest a style instead. There is a style of cigar called a "Connecticut", that uses tobaccos originating from that part of the USA. They're generally pretty mild and smooth. Alec Bradley makes a good Connecticut. AJ Fernandez makes a good one. But that style is a great starting point for a newbie. They're excellent cigars even for the seasoned cigar lover, too.
@@JTK639 Hi from the U.S. I'm not sure what brands are available in the UK. If you're in London, I suggest you visit Davidoff of London. Their staff will gladly guide you to select something you might like. They would likely help you with an online purchase as well. They're very accommodating to new smokers. Welcome to the wonderful world of cigars!
I have smoked cigars for years - and while I know all of this - I loved your presentation. KUDOS! Everyone looking to start - and a highly suggest because its such an amazing, stress reducing hobby - you should watch this!!
Nice job man! As a cigar smoker for about 10 years I was impressed with this video. There were actually several things you brought up that I didn’t even know, even after having smoked and researched cigars for awhile now. Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@BeastMadeReviews my only objection was when you only used the tip in the draw. Draw needles are typically 4" long and you use all of it, creating a tunnel down the cigar. Your video of only using the tip would do absolutely nothing to help the draw.
@@HappyBuddhaBoyd using it this way was how it was designed. And it usually works well when necessary. The idea is that you want to take out as little as possible. You can't put it back in if you take too much out. But if you do a little bit and need to go back in and take out more, you can.
Been smoking cigars and watching vids religiously for about 5 years now. For not being an outright cigar channel this guy is spot on with many things it's taken me awhile to learn/experience. VERY good video to pay attention to for anyone smoking cigars.
You're right...the PerfecDraw is a great tool! It allows me to get an absolute perfect draw on an otherwise hard-to-draw cigar AND can be used as a "nubber" to smoke the very last bit (nub) of the cigar. I LOVE it!
As a cigar nube, you have hit on all the things I have been learning. Great video, thank you!
Glad to help!
What a superb video review. I’ve smoked cigars for over 10 years and watched a lot of videos on the subject and this is definitely one of the very best. Congratulations and keep up the great work. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Much appreciated!
Very good information! I’ve been a regular cigar smoker since the 90’s, and I can honestly tell you that I learned a little something. Thank you for research that you did and bringing it to us. The only thing that I can think of that wasn’t mentioned, and I’m not totally certain that it’s true, is that it’s always been my understanding that the strength of a cigar isn’t judged by its color, which you mentioned isn’t always the case, but by its “veininess.” I know, that really isn’t a word, but you know what I mean. A cigar, lite or dark, the less plant veins you see, the milder the smoke. The more veins you can see and feel, the stronger the smoke. I don’t know if this idea has any clout, but I’ve always used this to judge a cigar and it’s never really let me down. Hope this information helps one or many of my fellow connoisseurs. By the way, my favorite smoke is just about any 6x60 medium bodied to full flavored Maduro. Thanks
Dave, I have been smoking cigars for over 40 yrs and I've got to say this was a great guide. You touched all of the important points for enjoying cigars and your info was spot on and lacking bias. Great job, You've summed up in this video what took me years to learn. I'm impressed and I will be recommending this video to any of my friends who want to learn about the art of enjoying cigars. Well done!
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it.
How often do you smoke one? Your health is overall good?
@@issac1135I've smoke between 5 and 7 cigars a week. I don't inhale, I'm not a heavy alcohol user. Health is generally good. (I do take some prescriptions on a daily basis) I'm not going to tell you smoking cigars like I do is without health risks, what I will tell you is that I get a ton of relaxation from enjoying my cigars. I'm retired now but was in a high stress profession for a living. It was the only way I could slow down and think about nothing else for 1 to 2 hours.
Great Job. I have been smoking for many years. I truly enjoy cigars as a hobby and all that go along with them, especially the history. you packed a lot of great information in a very short time frame. Thank you. Because of this I am encouraged to watch more of your videos, while I smoke a cigar to see what else I can learn from you.
Thanks for watching!!
You missed the key point to smoking cigars. Here it is. It allows you to get away from the wife and kids for an hour or so and enjoy the piece and quiet if done properly. That is KEY
My wife usually finds me
That’s a big one. My problem is bringing the smell back in the House and then I remember why I started smoking Cigars in the first place once the wife starts complaining. Lol
@@D1722eieio “If your wife doesn’t like the aroma of your cigar, change your wife.” - Zino Davidoff
my wife joins me for our smoke and drink. She tends to smoke mild to medium where I'm a full body smoker. We tend to listen to some jazz or the sounds of nature from our porch or patio.
In my area San Diego, CA the public parks and marina open at 6AM. This is where I smoke.
Little tip about cigar lounge. They will almost always try to sell mid to higher end cigars. If you are looking for something cheaper look at the cigars that are close to the floor. Cheap doesn't mean bad. Some of the best cigars I've had I've only paid $3-4 for them.
great tip! Thank you!
cheap means harsh and bitter
@@910suckno it doesnt
@@rongarrison3246 brokie
I ran a cigar shop in Central London (Soho ) for 22 years in the 1970. We mostly sold Cuban and then from all over the world. In my time I have just about smoked everything and now I'm retired and given it all up . We had world famous actors amongst our customers who bought bulk lots that we had to keep in perfect condition so they would draw them as they needed. Great memories.
This is an excellent overview of cigars and the best ways to enjoy them. I've been smoking from 150-200 per year and will attest the often overlooked benefit of sitting down at the end of a day (sometimes stressful days) with a dram of whiskey and taking the time the time to think (or unthink) about things. It's a form of meditation. Thanks for this.
I have been smoking cigars for a couple decades now. There are so many fantastic cigars out there, you will never get to enjoy them all. I mostly buy singles and 5-packs because there are so many kinds that I want in my humidors. I love the variety, and like that I can pick one for the time of day, the weather, or my mood. And yes, a cigar can change your life - giving myself a reason to just sit and relax for a while (I am ridiculously busy) has, I am sure, added years to my life.
I have been smoking cigars over 30 years and currently I’m a sales manager at a large cigar shop. This video is a good video for a new cigar smoker. You hit everything I tell my new cigar smoking customers. 👍
thank you!
A practice I have found worthwhile, that many others have advocated, is to toast the foot of one's cigar prior to lighting it. That is, Without puffing, apply a flame to the foot of the cigar to char the surface. I highly recommend using a wooden match, instead of a lighter, and placing the cigar slightly above the match flame rather than immersing the tobacco into it. The same technique applies to the proper lighting following toasting: Allow the flame to reach up to the foot of the cigar instead of submerging the tobacco into it.
Hellboy also learned to use a wooden match instead of a lighter.
Zippo now males butane inserts so you dont have to use lighter fluid. they come in a torch style warm flame as well. I love them, they are priced reasonably, the best of both worlds for me!
I work at a tobacco shop, we sell the zippo torch conversion inserts for $15.09
You sir are an absolute wealth of information and the time and dedication you put into making these videos is absolutely phenomenal.
To have so much detailed information in such a concise way is absolutely spectacular.
I’m going to guess that the next video will be a detail description of various Bourbons !
Although I’m not really into cigars, I had to watch just because I was so interested and fascinated by your description of everything.
However, you are a gateway into some very expensive hobbies for everyone 😂
I had to give you the recognition you deserve, and thank you for all the effort you put into these types of videos because I know they are not easy to make, and a lot of people like myself benefit from being able to watch them.
Thank you.
thank you! I might just take your suggestion on bourbons! 😁
Oh yeah as a long-time cigar aficionado, I've never tasted/felt the crazy things like "ripe plumb flavor, or 17.5 day old rum raisins." The magazines go off the rails with those crazy flavors!
Learning to retrohale has been key to opening up all the characteristics that cigars contain due to using more of your olfactory sense. Takes a little practice, but absolutely worrh it if you have interest in cigars.
I see guys who have smoked cigars for years who have never retrohaled which is crazy to me, as the retrohale is where I get the majority of the flavor.
@@jcwoodstl maybe so, but you're also increasing your chances of mouth, cancer and lung cancer
@@robertlulek1634 When you retrohale you still don't inhale the smoke. You slowly push your tongue up while exhaling slowly through your nose. So it likely increases your risk of cancer in your nasal cavities but it doesn't touch your lungs at all. Apparently undercover cops would often use retrohaling when having to smoke something Infront of people without actually inhaling into their lungs so they don't get high while still making it look like they inhaled since it's exciting their nose and not their mouth.
@@Jurgenels7 no I do kind of understand a matter of fact I do that once in a while myself, but I know it's not healthy. Even when you smoke a regular cigar, I believe it gets into your lungs no matter what. It pretty much has to think about it when you let out the plumber smoke is there so much smoke that Hass to be some Contente gets down your lungs I feel it too as well in my lungs and taste it.
@@robertlulek1634 yeah I agree. I think small quantities enter my lungs sometime if I'm smoking, talking and inhale a breath at the end of the sentence, but it never purposely goes into my lungs in large amounts. When I switched from cigarettes to cigars(only 1 or 2 a week) a few years ago I would in the beginning let out 90% of the smoke and inhale the last 10% since it was such a habit to inhale. But now I haven't purposefully or accidentally inhaled any significant amount of smoke in a long time. I agree that retrohaling always seems more unhealthy to me. It brings so many flavours out but unlike the mouth, the nose and sinuses have lots of surface area and is more sensitive with more capillary blood vessels so I usually retrohale only every now and again.
You stated that cellophane can contain cigar beetles. It can’t contain them cause they can eat right through it. It will slow them down but won’t stop them. I enjoyed the video. Did a nice job covering a lot of points.
Thank you!
had no idea there could be beetles in cigars? 😲😲
U went from fragrance to cigars, 2 hobbies I enjoy, great informative video
Thanks for watching!
@@BeastMadeReviews looking forward to more informative content.
Love your energy and your easy to listen to for long periods of time .keep up the good work
I appreciate that!
As a cigar smoker since 2000, Boveda packs are for lifetime. If you notice they are drying out, recharge them with a paper towel and distilled water. There are a bunch of videos on youtube telling you how to recharge them. No need to throw away a good product and waste money. Lighting your cigars with a torch. You don't actually want the flame to touch your cigar, but the heat generated by the flame to do the work. You want to toast the end, nice and slow, not burn it. Once your cigar is lit, let is sit for a few minutes before you take your first puff. This will allow any residue from your lighter to burn off (if you're using a zippo) or if you burn the end. If you're having issue with your cigars being "plugged" or hard draw, think about lowering your humidity. 70/70 is old school, most people have found 65% humidity better as it produces better flavors and less draw problems. Cuban Cigars are still Illegal to Americans. So if you're buying them outside of the US and you declare them coming in to the country, they will take them from you.
It's illegal to purchase them in the US, but you can bring it in if you are coming back from let's say a holiday (have to pay import tax and such, and have both quantity and price limit I think).
@phoenix212 Nope, their are illegal either g brought into the country again. That's why if you purchased them online and they get caught, you are sent a letter and the cigars are confiscated.
Excellent video sir, you are very knowledgeable. I had a cigar back in college after completing a frustrating exam, only I hadn't eaten much that day. Needless to say I was on the toilet shortly after smoking that cigar, so yes make sure to eat before you smoke a cigar.
Is being on the toilet a bad thing now? Constipation gang? 🤙
I would suggest to start off with Connecticuts, Naturals and Camaroons for an easier mild to medium profile before jumping on the Maduro train! Happy Smoke, Player! 💨🥃 Great information in this video 💯
Thank you!
He mentioned snacks or drinks. If you're new, keep some dark chocolate handy. If you start to feel sick from too much nicotine, dark chocolate is the way to go
Amazing video. As a new cigar smoker, I learned a lot from this video. Thank you.
As far as cutting one thing I do 90% of the time is to cut it twice. First cut is your normal cut. I usually make a second cut at around the half way mark. The reason for that is as you smoke, the end can get raggedy and you may also get less smoke on the draw. This is caused by the wetness from your saliva. That second cut brings it back to the same condition as you had from the first cut. One other tip is when holding a cigar in your mouth, you should hold it with your teeth not your lips. Holding with just your lips chances are it's a good chance it'll fall out of your mouth if your up moving around.
Great video. im a new cigar smoker. Once Boveda dries out, you can revive them by soaking them in a container with distilled water. Takes about 3 days. 72% is recommended for cigars.
I love these videos. The U.K. has a firm anti smoking policy and all the info you can find on any tobacco product is that it will kill you.
Thanks for the informative video! Smoking a cigar is truly one of the finer pleasures in life.
Great video
I think you covered everything about something that I can’t live without 😅
I just LOVE CIGARS 🙏🙏
GOD BLESS CIGARS 🙏🙏
This is really great info. Thanks for taking the time to hit a lot of these questions on cigars.
Glad it was helpful!
Cigars are expensive so saving on paraphernalia can help.
I use a bic lighter and it works just fine, for a humidor I use a medium size plastic box with a somewhat loose fitting lid, cost at wal-mart
$4.50. For moisture I use a small plastic container with no lid with a rag wetted down with distilled water inside. My
gauge always reads around 70٪.
Just a few tips from a tight wad.
thats the one thing I learned ...the bic fuel can affect the taste...best to use a match or butane torch lighter
Visited Cuba and toured cigar rolling establishments. They are so proud and efficient in their job. They pump in great music for the employees. You see both men and women and they all seemed to be knawing on a Puro all day.
Great video brother - I’ve been smoking for a while and this is saved to send to my cigar newbie friends.
thank you!
I am now just getting back into cigars . I had gotten away from smoking them because my wife complained about them so much .
Since she passed away , I have since returned to smoking them , and it's like starting all over again . While I can't afford the "top drawer" sticks like before , I use sources that allow me to purchase cigars that I can afford without sacrificing quality altogether . I do most of my cigar shopping on line. It gives me the options to look around without having to run all over looking for a brick and mortar dealer .
the biggest thing i would say resonated with me, was the "dont smoke on an empty stomach" and for me, that also incudes with seafood. did not mix that well for me
I love the Cigar community at large...this man needs to be protected at all costs!!! he's giving away what i consider 100's of dollars of information and is asking for nothing, thank you from a fellow BOTL!!!
thank you for watching!
Here Is a life hack you'll thank me for later. Boveda packs can be recycled as much as 8-9 times, by soaking them in distilled water and placing them in a ziplock bag in your fridge, it takes about 4-5 days to rehydrate them but they will save you a ton of money and are perfectly safe to use after you pat them dry.
Thanks for the tip! Definitely gonna try this one!
HOLY CRAP!!! Yo this is a true gem!! Thank you!
Over 10 years out of the cigar game and now it's like I never left. Outstanding info
thank you!
when I first started smoking cigars back in 97-98 it was cuban cigars until about 9-10 years ago i was introduce to Dominican,honduran and nicaraguan cigars and i never looked back,occassionally i would smoke a cuban,this is great information,what works for you is all that matters.
My GOD! I wish I would have seen of video like this when I started smoking cigars a decade ago! I had to go through a lot of videos on each individual subject. lol.... This is a great video for anyone looking to get into cigars.
thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed it!
One of my main issues with cigar smoking is that it seems to increase saliva production in my mouth. It makes me want to spit as I don’t want to in-jest the saliva. Otherwise, I very much enjoy cigar smoking .
I have the same issue however if you keep drinking with smoking this will go away. Can be ice water or anything.
Ginger beer my friend try ginger beer
Hey thank you for the info. I’ve been smoking cigars for years and still learned something here.
Very interesting tutorial. One thing to keep in mind : when the cigar comes to an end, DON'T CRUSH it in the ashtray. It's a lack of etiquette and it's disrespectful for the torcedor that made it. Just let the cigar ''die'' peacefully in the ashtray.
Requiescat in pace.
@@hehhehheh4588 Ha-ha! 🤣
Absolutely amazing. This is perhaps the best video I've ever seen on this subject, and I've been smoking since the early Rush Limbaugh days.
My advice from smoking cigars since 2003 is
1. Start off with a mild cigar, even flavored. Have some to give away or to teach newbies how to smoke.
2. Buy samplers to figure out what you like
3. Read reviews to find out what cigars have the flavors you like and which to avoid ( example is I hate leather and strong cedar taste, I love Corojo spice wrappers)
4. The bigger the humidor the better because you need space to season some sticks
5. Buy cigars to smoke them, not to collect them. Same with lighters and cutters. I toast and light with hemp wick wrapped around cheap bic lighters.
6 . If traveling get a strong travel humidor as you will crack or crunch a cigar even being super careful.
7. Cubans are overrated but do try one to find out
8. Start off by smoking a cigar until the first ash falls off. Let it go out on it's own and wait about 15 minutes. Relight it and for some reason it will taste better. This is my best tip and I learned it from a co-worker.
great tips, thank you!
Yeah hemp wick is probably the best for getting flavor off the foot. I don't know how torch lighters were successfully marketed in the cigar world because they kill most of the the initial flavor and it's easier to get an uneven burn.
I'm not a big fan of cedar either. Early in my career it was a pretty big letdown when I pulled what were some tasty expensive cigars out of the cedar humidor to find out that the flavor profile turned to almost strait wood. Some cedar humidors might be better at not leeching as much of the flavor but I wont take the chance again regardless.
As far as collecting/aging goes, cigars are a lot like wine and it depends on the stick. If you really like one then smoke them while the flavor profile is intact. If not then put them away for a while and you may or may not have a nice surprise waiting for you the next time you decide to get one out.
I think the reason relights usually taste better is the same reason soft flames taste better. It's just less heat build up and less flavonoids burning off before you can get to them. It doesn't always make much of a difference but it definitely doesn't ruin them like a lot of people believe. Well unless you leave it out for a real long time and it goes stale.
Been smoking cigars 40+ years and have smoked a wide variety! My grandfather smoked cigars but never smoked what I would call a premium cigars . if he was here today it would be a great time with him smoking great cigars !
I may have missed this…but quality of a cigar may not always equate to the selling price. There are so many cigars out there. A $20 cigar doesn’t always beat out an $9 cigar. Try them and enjoy what you like! Enjoy the journey all!
What's your own favorite, if I may ask?
This is absolutely true. Dont worry about what is Number 1 or what the price is. There will be plenty in your taste and comfort zone. I have access to everything and my faves are under 15 dollars locally with 65% tax.
I've been enjoying Drew Estate cigars recently, £5 each in the UK and they are really nice
The two I've been enjoying are rather Acid and the tabak especial
@@samanfathi3288Drew Estate carries a wide range of cigars, that's my daily smoke is one of his
El REY Del Mundo with Sumatra wrapper, good $10.00 stogie! @@samanfathi3288
I have been enjoying the pleasure of smoking cigars for about 30 years. You have covered the how to and basic knowledge of cigars quite well sir . If there is anymore information to be gained it would be from smoking a premium hand rolled cigar. Thank you sir for the excellent video.
Thank you!
One thing you didn't mention was how to put out a cigar and there are cigar smokers that I know who don't know to put out a cigar when you're finished with it. Here goes (it's really complicated): put it down. That's it. You DO NOT crush them out in the ash tray like you would a cigarette. Just put it down - it will go out by itself. Otherwise: an excellent video.
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Thank you sir!
Great video. FL also has its own tobacco. Coffee is very similar to wine, coffee and teas - growing region and climate affect quality and taste. Thanks!
Avoid storing flavored cigars and regular cigars together, and understand that any humidor you use to store flavored cigars in, will absorb those flavors from the cigars over time.
I would've stated that wrappers can be aged in many different things in order for your cigar to have a taste or flavor other than raw tobacco, and it's a very good idea to start with a cigar that has a sweet or smokey wrapper to ease you into that strong tobacco flavor
Flavored cigars. I like the honey tinged wrap.
I've smoked cigars for 11 years now and have viewed a plethora of cigar related videes. (Hey, I got to use "plethora"!) This is the best symopsis I have seen. Succint and all encompassing. It's excellent.
thank you!
In a separate video talk more about mold vs plume. That was one of the things I was extremely worried about when I got my first bundle of cigars. Cheers yall.
Very simply. A lab in Austrailia put out a 1000 dollar reward for anyone that could send them a cigar with Plume on it. Every single one tested ended up being mold or fungus. With that said, the rare plume, some day someone will find it. Probably it all started with cigar shops that had poor humidity control and they told the customer it was plume.
11:11 the 5th thing is your environment. It can have a big impact. It’s not really something you want to do in a minimal smoking area, unless you enjoy standing for an hour. It’s not something you want to do if you’re going to be get stares or complaints so before lighting up in a smoking area clear with people around you or at least the staff & it’s not something you want to do when you don’t have enough time
I love cigars, but pretty sure most tobacco growers use pesticides, the Tobacco plant has a lot of pests, especially in the Caribbean. Caterpillars can do a lot of damage.
So probably not completely organic.
I would interested to know if there is a genuinely organic cigar?
Interesting. I will have to double-check my source. I read somewhere about them being "technically" organic. I'll have to see the full context.
Maybe Plasencia reserva original cortes
Wonderful introduction to cigars! A little note I'd say about the lighting controversy. Regardless of how you light it, the most important thing is to get a full cherry (full lit end) during the lighting process; otherwise the cigar may burn uneven and it's harder to course correct later. I was taught to toast and fully light a cigar at the end BEFORE drawing on it. Blowing on the end is a way to see and test if you have a full cherry. While I still usually light this way, I went several years before learning this to just light and draw at the same time, which lights it quicker. With the quick light, sometimes I can taste the butane/fluid off the first draw or two, but after that, I really don't get any unpleasant tastes. I've done taste tests with same cigars on this, and it really doesn't make much impact on my own taste. The cigar purists who say it RUINS your cigar to do this, I think blow it out of proportion. Another thing I've realized though that I haven't seen talked about (at least in a video yet, especially with using a butane torch), is that after you light it and test the draw, if you wait a min or two before taking a deep draw, that deep draw will be cooler and less harsh than if you start puffing away right away. Hope this helps someone
George Burns was on Johnny Carson. Burns said that he smoked 10 to 15 cigars a day. Carson asked Burns if his doctor approved of smoking that many cigars? Burns said, “No. My doctor is dead.”
Great video and breakdown of cigar smoking. I've been smoking cigars for well on 30 years now. One day the bug just hit me. My recommendation is to smoke what you like. Smoke it the way you like. I've got my fair share of lighters, cutters, and a few humidors but it doesn't take anything fancy to enjoy a good smoke. Just take the time that the cigar deserves. Don't rush it. Just enjoy it.
Cigar smoking raises testosterone by 25%
Nice u mentioned it
I have never heard that before but I will go with it!
Thats not true, People who smoke in generell just tend to have up to 20% more testosterone in them.
Scientists believe, that people with higher testosterone levels tend to take more risk’s, including diseases from cigars.
That doesn’t mean Ull start to produce more testosterone by smoking, in fact, it’s more likely that the opposite will happen since it will negatively effect your body.
There is only anecdotal evidence that testosterones increased the cigar smoking.
@@urbantactical148I thought it was 15% but there are recent studies and it does raise testosterone levels.
There are no words to your extensive research and study.
You have presented it in a marvelous manner.
Technically videography and editing is also good.
Your expression is excellent!
Really appreciate your hard work.
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Thank you so much!
Not eating before a cigar is mostly for beginners or those with weaker stomachs. I fast for days and smoking a cigar doesn’t bother my stomach. I’ve been smoking cigars for 26 years.
I smoke a Nica Rustica in the morning as I'm enjoying a cup of coffee. Been smoking cigars for 33 yrs
Great video for welcoming the newbies to the cigar family
When it comes to Cubans, they used to be at the absolute top of the cigar world. After the 1990s and issues with diseases in Cuban tobacco, however, many cigars from around the world rival Cubans in quality and flavor. While I think that select Cuban brands like Cohiba may still be the apex of the cigar experience, top non-Cuban brands can be in the same ballpark. One also needs to be aware that due to the embargo, many Cuban brand names are used in the U. S. denoting completely different and usually inferior products, and genuine Cuban cigar brands are straight-up counterfeited with alarming frequency. Finding and understanding genuine Cuban cigars is probably best left to someone with a bit of experience. Take your time and research how to avoid getting cheated out of what can be a great experience.
What would you suggest for a newbie who has an insane desire to try a real Cuban? Any particular ones you would suggest?
@@onemorething100 The most important thing would be making sure it's a real Cuban, not one of the plethora of fakes out there. If you can obtain one and verify its authenticity, it then becomes a matter of taste. Some of my favorites? The Partagas, serie D No. 4 if you like a good rich flavored oily smoke. The Montecristo Edmundo is lighter but also quite good. The Hoyo De Monterrey Epicure No. 2 is smaller but a classic. And of course, the holy grail of Cuban cigars is pretty much anything by Cohiba. They are complex and develop progressively over the length of each stick, especially the larger vitolas.
@@MrMZaccone Thank you so much.
Started smoking cigars 20 years ago. I've smoked several hundred and my go to is Trader Jacks kickin cigars. Not bougie or expensive but always a good smoke.
As a long time smoker of cigars, possibly longer than you have been alive, before torch lighters, you really did a great job putting together a visual summation and pretty much hit every point I could think of. Temperatures over 75 degrees will induce mold. One thing cigar smokers of old did was to smoke only one brand. Not very true any more. Put me down for a punch cut (except for figuardos) and a soft flame.
The FDA / Democrats have made premium cigars almost un-affordable via regulations and taxes. Thank Obama for adding $10 a box/bundle to EVERY sale via his SCHIP tax.
I've been smoking cigars for about 7 or 8 years now. I've tried so many different brands, flavors, sizes, styles, and price ranges. I've come across questions with other "aficionados" regarding the dos and don't s of cigar smoking. Questions that really seem to have no answer, and are all about preference... Leave the wrapper on or take it off? Roll the ash, or tap that ash? Do you relight once it goes out? I do agree with the one comment below about not snuffing the cigar when your done... just let it die peacefully in the ashtray. Great video!
You missed mentioning, sweet cap (tip) vs. non sweet cap. I'm not a fan of the sweet cap cigars, but for all those who's looking to experience cigars, you may want to select a cigar with a sweet cap. The sweet caps cigars will help, especially if you're someone who struggles in picking up cigar notes (sensitive taste palettes). Enjoy and to all my B-SOTL keep PSSITA.
I've been smoking cigars for years and can't get a single note only can tell If it's mild or not
@josejh-eb8st try smoking some of the sweet cap cigars that might help, and it'll that doesn't help try eating some chocolate (dark) beforehand, and then the last resort, if non of these tips helps try pairing your cigars with some drinks (alcohol/non-alcohol). I recommended dabbling in this till you find your favorite pairing. Anyone I hope this help... and continue PSSITA.
@@audes.4433 thx will do
Spectacular presentation.
I've watched many videos on my learning journey . I wish this was the first video I'd watched. It would have saved me hours.... thanks again.
So nice of you! Thank you!
Zippo fluid does actually leave a taste/smell in your cigar
I finally got my PerfecDraw just the other day. Love it! Yeah, I was using a 12d Sinker Nail along with a large modified paper clip, but finally decided to upgrade since the missus was giving me those strange looks. I love it! Even picked-up a new carbon lighter that will reliably light my cigar in these Texas sized winds. Cheers!
Nothing beats a Cuban made cigar. Taking seeds from Cuba and planting them elsewhere is not the same, it is the Cuban soil and climate that cannot be replicated. I’ve smoke hundred of cigars including some of the most expensive cigars in the word , I have hundreds in my 4 humidors and I’ve been to Cuba, the DR, Nicaragua and Ecuador, and i can tell you that nothing can beat a Cuban made cigar.
I disagree, but to each his own.
This is a particularly prevelant myth about cigars. Not to say that you are wrong, as it is entirely subjective, but Cuban cigars have been diminishing in quality and prestige for decades.
In a communist country, with the absence of a profit motive, each step of the tobacco and cigar process is done to worse standards and diminishing quality.
Even in the high end Cubans, like regional specials, the quality of the cigar is shockingly poor.
The climate and soil if Cuba does impart unique flavors and qualities, but new world cigars enjoy advantages of much higher standards throughout the process and it shows in the end product.
Some of the best cigars I have had come from the DR and Nicaragua.
I’ve purchased several boxes of different cubans on my trips to Europe and i’ll take a DR or Nicaragua cigar any day. Good but overpriced and one dimensional.
I live in Europe and Cuban cigars have being going down hill unless you are prepared to spend a fortune
i reacted to tow things on your list . Vitolas, as i learned the cuban vitolas is one thing and the rest another , in cuba there are rules for what the cigars are called based on there shape and size but the rest of the world can name them what they see fit.
Then the Boveda packs , never throw them away , put them in destilled water then they get dry m leave them there for 12-24 hours, dry them off with an towl and replace them into your humidor.
Thanks for a good show
thanks!
70 years ago Cuban cigars were the best. Now they aren't. Worse, they have historically cost quite a lot more. Recently a *lot* more than 'other' often better New World cigars. They are too expensive, probably counterfeit, _(even in Cuba),_ and they are not as good as premium cigars from other South and Central American producers.
Outstanding summary of so many aspects while staying middle of the road! Great job!
Thank you kindly!
I like Cigars Daily, with Tim Swanson, a very good RUclips channel.
absolutely!
Loved the video. I agree the perfect draw device is the BOMB. It works far better than anything I have ever used.
If you need the perfect draw your stick is too humid... Anything over 67 will burn wonky if not dry boxed for a few hours.
This is mostly a preference that I’d like to impart onto others…
I stay away from machine-made cigars. Cigar rolling is a craft. By buying machined cigars you’re putting skilled craftsmen (and craftswomen) out of a job.
Not only that, you’re supporting the extinction of yet another traditional craft that I think should be preserved.
How can you tell?
@@paulbonaventura4969 This info can generally be found on the manufacturer’s website
I agree that hand made is the way to go but I don't necessarily agree that you are putting anyone out of business. Both serve entirely different markets of consumers. Folks that buy machine made are generally never setting foot in a legitimate cigar shop/lounge. They are buying from convenience stores and tobacco outlets and purely looking for the nic buzz or to have a convenient wrapper to stuff weed into.
I have been enjoying cigars for 20 years and there are two things I would recommend to help with the ability to get flavors. When I toast a cigar, I don't let the flame actually touch the cigar. It takes a bit longer to ignite, but the light is better. Also, I try and keep the cigar as cool as possible. I'll let the ash stay on there as long as I can without wearing it and take time between draws.