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Is It OK To Bring Your Own Cigar To A Cigar Lounge?
When going to a cigar lounge or bar, should you purchase a cigar from the establishment, or is it OK to bring your own?
What Does The Term Topping Tobacco Mean?
Tobacco farmers need some seeds, but sometimes they want to grow tobacco with a little more kick, so that means removing the flower.
What Exactly Is A Toothy Wrapper?
One that's bumpy—and intentionally so. Certain types of wrapper tobacco naturally develop pockets of oil that look like little bumps on their leaves. These pockets, called …
Why So Much Flavor at the Nub?
We all know that cigars get hotter, stronger and usually bitter as they smoke down. What causes this?
How Do I Get Started Collecting Vintage Cigars?
Do you have any tips to help one start a vintage cigar collection?
What Causes A Cigar Wrapper To Crack?
When a cigar's wrapper cracks, is it due to a manufacturing defect or something else?
How Do I Save A Humidor That Has Dried Out?
Is it possible to salvage a humidor that hasn't been properly humidified for some time?
How Does Aging A Cigar Affect The Taste?
I've heard that aging is good for cigars. But how does it affect the taste?