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XIKAR Lighters: Your Ultimate Guide
Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer, finding the perfect lighter is crucial to ensure a satisfying and enjoyable smoke. But with so many options on the market, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Fear not! In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the world of XIKAR lighters, answering...
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The Art of Preservation: How Long Do Cigars Last in a Humidor Box?
For us as cigar enthusiasts, ensuring the optimal preservation of their prized collection is of utmost importance. Enter the humidor box—a key component in maintaining the perfect conditions for cigars. In this article, we will delve into the lifespan of cigars within a humidor box and provide valuable insights on...
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How Long Do Cigars Last In An Electric Humidor?
Humidors can be as simple as a compact travel humidor in your suitcase or as extensive as the walk-in rooms at cigar shops. Regardless of size, what differentiates a humidor from a simple container is the function of key humidor components that work together to create an optimal storing environment...
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Controlling Humidor Humidity to Age Cigars
At some point in your journey of cigar appreciation, you’ll move from “smoke them as you get them” to “stockpile them just in case.” You may not be the type to smoke a cigar every evening—or even every week—and that’s ok. Fortunately, many cigars age fabulously under the right conditions....
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Should I Age My Cigars?
The primary purpose of a humidor is to preserve cigars in the state we purchased them. We maintain humidity levels to prevent changes to the cigars like dryness or mold, or anything that would affect the taste or experience that comes with a cigar. Some cigar collectors even leave cigars...
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How to Know If Your Cigars Are Fresh
Cigar "freshness" is directly related to its moisture content. Dry, stale cigars won't have the same full flavor profile as fresh cigars. Inspect your cigars prior to smoking: smell test, pinch test, hygrometer check. Try restoring stale cigars with a seasoned, high-humidity humidor. We all love the good, flavorful...
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Cigar Accessories: The Perfect Bachelor Party Gifts
Of the many iconic celebratory events perfect for cigar smoking, the classic bachelor party ranks high, close on the heels of celebrating childbirths and winning Super Bowls. More often than not, the smokers in your crew will bring along several different cigar selections for the golf course, the whiskey room,...
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Can I Store Cigars Long-Term?
Cigar appreciation is a fun hobby that can take a lot of different paths. Some like to keep it more casual. They keep one or two cigars on hand, smoke them at will, and smoke them as they buy them. Others prefer to keep a healthy stock of cigars around...
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How to Treat Mold in Your Cigar Humidor
Mold loves moisture. It’s why you may see it in places like attics or basements, growing along the damp walls or along beams where humidity gets trapped and can’t breathe. Because of that, unfortunately, you may find mold in a cigar humidor as well. Cigars need a certain level...