How to Smoke a Cigar

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Lighting a cigar is the perfect way to celebrate an important occasion or to relax after a long, hard, stressful day.Smoking a cigar is still a kind of art.Cutting, lighting and smoking a cigar requires some skill and doing it the wrong way can ruin the experience of one of life's greatest pleasures.Luckily for you, we have prepared a detailed guide to make your first cigar experience even more enjoyable.Read on to learn how to cut, preserve and deeply savor every little nuance of aroma of whichever cigar you choose.

Things you should know

  • Use a sharp blade, such as a guillotine, to cut the tip of the cigar in one quick motion.
  • Before starting to smoke, heat the tobacco by holding the cigar by the base to rotate it over the flame of the lighter or match.
  • Inhale the smoke gently, savor the taste in your mouth for a few seconds and then exhale.A cigar is not a cigarette;do not inhale, to avoid making yourself nauseous.
Method 1
Method 1 of 4:

Choosing the Cigar

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  1. Step 1 Familiarizza con le diverse varietà.
    Learn to identify the various shapes and flavors of each type of cigar.Consider factors like smell, size, and how each cigar feels different in your hand.Do you prefer an open or closed foot (the part that lights up)?How big would you like the head (the part you smoke from) to be.There is a large variety of cigars to choose from, such as:[1]
    • Crown. This cigar is approximately 15cm long and has a diameter of 1.7cm;it has an open foot (the part that lights up) and is closed by a round head (the part that you put in your mouth).It has a very rich and intense caramelized flavor, but, being subtle, it smokes quite quickly.
    • Robust. Undoubtedly the best choice for a beginner, despite its name, this variety of cigar has a fairly thin diameter (often around 12-14cm) and boasts excellent starting flavours, a thick and creamy, delicate smoke.
    • Pyramid. This cigar has a pointed and closed head.This characteristic allows the flavors to blend and stay in the mouth longer.
      • Torpedo. A popular choice among cigar lovers, it is a variant of the pyramid with a bulge in the middle that allows you to appreciate the flavors with greater intensity.
    • Perfect. This cigar also has a bulge in the center, the two closed ends and is often smaller in size.This cigar is a great choice for taking a quick smoking break.
    • Panatela. This cigar is approximately 17cm long and has a diameter of 1.5cm;also known as "lancero", it is thin and adapts to any type of tobacco you may choose to smoke.Its flavor can be sweet and delicate or have stronger and more pungent notes.
    • Culebra. It is made up of three Panatelas intertwined with each other and resembles a thick rope.This cigar combines style and substance.Its aromas are rich and full-bodied.Furthermore, its particular shape gives those who smoke it, especially in public, a sophisticated and elegant air.
    • Bull. It has a particularly large diameter, over 2 cm.Its thickness allows for long smoking sessions.Great choice if you want to enjoy it while watching a movie or having a poker night.
    • Churchill. 18 cm long, with a diameter of approximately 2 cm, the Churchill is a strong cigar, full and rich in characteristic aromas.Store it for a few weeks before smoking so it can build up more robust flavors, like cedar and coffee.
  2. Step 2 Prova a fumarne diversi per scoprire quale tipo di sigaro preferisci.
    Buy different types, suitable to satisfy various needs.For a quick afternoon smoke, opt for a corona or something thinner.For a relaxing evening, choose a Churchill or something more durable.If you don't know which one to choose, ask your tobacconist or an expert for advice.[2]
    • If you've never smoked a cigar, start with a milder one;it is a less expensive choice and can offer a less intense smoke;it won't make you cough.
    • Try 2 or 3 of a particular type or brand before deciding you don't like that product line.Even in the same box, each cigar can give a different experience regarding aroma and satisfaction.
    • Color is one way to evaluate the intensity of a cigar.A black or dark-colored cigar has greater intensity.A light amber cigar is a great choice to start with.
  3. Step 3 Esamina il sigaro.
    Before purchasing the cigar, you should gently crush it to ensure that it is not too hard or soft in some places.This could mean that the cigar has a bad draw or that it is even unsmokable.Also make sure it has no bumps along the surface and that the label and tobacco ends are not discolored.[3]
    • If the cigar seems crumbly or dry, it is most likely too dry;better to avoid smoking it.
    • If they are not stored correctly, cigars will become too dry.Store them in an airtight container immediately after purchasing them.You can also purchase a special cigar case to store them so that they are kept in the best condition.[4]
Method 2
Method 2 of 4:

Cut the Cigar

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  1. Step 1 Trova un dispositivo di taglio di ottima qualità.
    Ideally, you will use a guillotine (a single-bladed tool) to cut your cigar, but you can also use any cutter with a very sharp blade.Just avoid using blunt scissors, teeth, or a butter knife:all these solutions would ruin the cigar, tearing it, instead of a clean cut.[5]
  2. Step 2 Appoggia la lama sulla capa del sigaro.
    The cap is located on the head of the cigar, about 20 mm from the end, to ensure that it does not dry out.Press the head of the cigar with the blade to put it into place.[6]
    • Place the blade where the cigar meets the outer band of tobacco that holds the cigar together.
  3. Step 3 Taglia il sigaro con un movimento rapido della lama.
    The aim is to cut the cigar without altering its shape.Hold the cigar in one hand and the cigar cutter in the other.Place the head of the cigar in the cigar cutter and cut it 1-3 mm from its end.Make a clean break![7]
    • Proceeding slowly or by trial and error will only tear, rather than cut.
Method 3
Method 3 of 4:

Light the Cigar

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  1. Step 1 Scegli il sistema di accensione più adatto.
    Wooden matches and butane lighters are the most suitable tools, because they do not alter the flavor of the cigar.Don't use paper matches or worse, flavored candles.Also avoid using gas and zippo lighters.[8]
    • You can also buy a cigar lighter from the tobacconist.
  2. Step 2 Usa la fiamma per scaldare il tabacco in prossimità del piede del sigaro.
    The foot of the cigar is the part that lights.Hold the flame under your foot without touching it and rotate the cigar a couple of times to ensure that the foot heats up evenly.This step makes it easier to light the cigar and allows for a more balanced distribution of the aromas.[9]
  3. Step 3 Inspira leggermente mentre accendi il sigaro.
    Hold the flame in front of the cigar without touching it.Then, vacuum just enough for it to light properly.Avoid inhaling smoke.Once it's on, you're ready to start relaxing and enjoying every puff.[10]
    • To make sure the cigar is fully lit, turn it towards you and blow lightly on your foot;the lit parts will illuminate with a warm orange light.
Method 4
Method 4 of 4:

Smoking Cigar

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  1. Step 1 Tira una boccata di fumo e assaporane l'aroma.
    Hold the cigar in your mouth and inhale.Hold the smoke in your mouth for a few seconds and then blow it out. Do not inhale smoking.A cigar is not a cigarette.Smoke should be savored, never inhaled.[11]
    • Some prefer to add a little saliva to the end of the cigar to keep it moist and enhance each aroma.
  2. Step 2 Tira una boccata e ruota il sigaro ogni 45 secondi, più o meno.
    To keep your cigar in tip-top shape, make sure it stays lit evenly by turning it lightly every 30 seconds to 1 minute.Remember that a good cigar can last 2 to 3 hours.[12]
    • Remember that you don't necessarily have to finish the cigar.Stop at any time, especially if it starts to bother you.
    • Also, you don't need to beat it continuously to remove excess ash:the hallmark of a good cigar is that the ash will remain on the tip for quite some time.
    • If your cigar keeps going out, it's possible that it's not of the highest quality or that the puffs aren't frequent enough.
  3. Step 3 Rimuovi la fascetta dopo una dozzina di boccate.
    The band is used to prevent the tobacco from tearing but, once the cigar is lit, it becomes useless.After a dozen puffs, it should start to come apart on its own due to the heat.[13]
  4. Step 4 Goditi la fumata insieme a un'ottima bevanda alcolica.
    Although it is not strictly necessary, accompanying the smoke with an alcohol-based drink helps to appreciate the aroma of the cigar even more.More than suitable drinks include port, cognac, bourbon, scotch and red wine (especially Cabernet Sauvignon).[14]
    • A coffee-based drink – or even plain coffee – can help enhance the flavor of a cigar.
    • Although the cigar can enhance the taste of any type of beer, India Pale Ale (IPA) is the ideal one to enjoy during a nice smoke.
    • Make a simple cocktail, like the Martini, to enjoy your cigar.
    • You can also learn how to pair a cigar as a dessert or as an element to enjoy in a meal.
  5. Step 5 Lascia spegnere il sigaro dopo averlo fumato.
    Simply place it on the ashtray and the cigar will go out on its own after a couple of minutes.Before placing it down, blow into it to remove the smoke that would otherwise remain trapped inside.[15]
    • You can turn it on again every time it goes out on its own, but this often results in a more pungent, bitter taste.Many prefer to throw it away instead of relighting it.

Advice

  • Be careful when outdoors.Wind can cause your cigar to burn quickly, and unevenly.Plus, the smoke could end up right in your face.
  • Turning a cigar off and on again several times (the more valuable ones last longer) can ruin its flavour.
  • Behave like a well-mannered smoker and don't leave cigarette butts lying around.Unlike cigarettes, authentic cigars are 100% degradable, but their wrapper doesn't necessarily have to be.
  • Roll your own cigars it allows, first of all, to be certain of their contents and, secondly, to spend less at the tobacconist (while also having fun, perhaps).

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