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4 mistakes that ruin your cigar's burn

Your cigar won't burn right. And it might be your fault. Look, sometimes a cigar just won't cooperate no matter what you do. Bad construction. Inconsistent filler. It happens. But...

The #1 rule of cigar shop etiquette

Never blow smoke in a cigar shop. And no, I don't mean literally. I'm talking about showing up at a lounge with your "brag book" and telling everyone how you...

3 signs you're smoking your cigar too quickly

You're smoking too fast. I know because I've done it too. Sometimes you're so into a conversation or enjoying the moment that you don't realize you're puffing like a freight...

3 humidor problems and how to solve them fast

Your humidor is giving you problems. Let me help you fix it in 60 seconds. Here are the three most common humidor issues and how to solve them: Problem #1:...

How to bring dried-out cigars back to life

Your cigars dried out. It happens. Maybe you left them out too long. Maybe your humidor ran dry. Maybe you forgot about that five-pack in your desk drawer. Here's how...

How to Cut a Cigar with a Pocket Knife

Forgot your cutter? No problem. You can cut a cigar with a pocket knife. Here's how: What You'll Need Your cigar A sharp pocket knife (your favorite one, whatever you...