Cigar Journal

How to Store Cigars: Humidors, Pouches and Humidity 101

Bad storage ruins more good cigars than bad smoking does. Here's how to keep your collection in the condition it deserves.

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How to Cut, Light and Smoke a Cigar Properly

A premium cigar deserves the small ceremony of being smoked correctly. Three steps, three minutes' reading, much better cigars.

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How to Choose Your First Premium Cigar

Walking into the world of premium cigars can feel overwhelming. Here's how to pick a first cigar you will actually enjoy.

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Cigars and Coffee: From Espresso to After-Dinner Smoke

Not every cigar moment is an evening one. Coffee and cigars is a daytime tradition that deserves more attention than it gets.

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Cigars and Cognac: The Classic Combination

Cognac and cigars have shared evenings together for two centuries. Here is what to drink with your Davidoff, your Cohiba and your Opus X.

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Cigars and Whisky: A Pairing Guide

From Speyside Scotch to Kentucky Bourbon, the right whisky can transform a cigar. Our pairing guide covers the styles, the science and three concrete combinations to try at home.

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