Mr Cigarman’s Blog

• Home
• >
• Blog

• 1st January, 1970Cigars: A Brief History

  Most people believe that cigars originated from Mayan culture. This is because the term ‘cigar’ stems from the Mayan word “sikar”, which directly translates to ‘smoke-rolled tobacco leaves’. Over time, Spanish-based cultures used the word ‘cigarro’ to describe what we all eventually accept today as cigars. To discover more about the interesting historical journey of […]

  Read more >

• 6th October, 2018The Top 10 Cigar Accessories Every Cigar Smoker Needs

  So, you’ve just started smoking cigars and don’t know where to begin when it comes to cigar accessories. Fear not! We have curated a list of the top 10 essential cigar accessories for every cigar smoker, no matter what smoking experience or age. The following accessories on this list are essential to allow for you […]

  Read more >

• 6th May, 2018A Guide To Hosting Your Own Cigar Party

  To host a cigar party that your fellow cigar-smoking friends will enjoy, there are multiple experiences and planning preparations to consider. Read this guide to help you plan for an unforgettable cigar party that your cigar-smoking friends will love and enjoy.   Consider implementing a theme to your cigar party Planning your cigar party around […]

  Read more >

• 1st January, 1970Can You Smoke Your Cigar Stub?

  It’s true that there aren’t any hard rules regarding methods in effectively smoking your cigar. When it comes to smoking your cigar stub, some cigar smokers will look at you and cringe, whilst others will wholeheartedly encourage you to make the effort in smoking your cigar stubs. Cigar connoisseurs will either choose to abandon their […]

  Read more >

• 1st January, 1970How to Choose the Right Cigar for You

  It’s time to pick a cigar for your next smoking affair! Whether you are smoking a cigar to celebrate or are wanting a cigar to experiment with different flavours, here are the things you should think about when picking the right cigar to indulge in.   Experience – Your experience in smoking cigars will determine […]

  Read more >

• 1st January, 1970Cigar101: Tips on Lighting Your First Cigar

  After you’ve chosen the right cigar and have mastered the art of cutting it, it’s time to light it up! Lighting up a cigar can be quite tricky, especially if it is your first time smoking a cigar. If you’re a cigarette smoker, you will notice that cigars are different in the way that they […]

  Read more >

• 1st January, 1970Cigar Etiquette: Perfect Your Smoking Technique

  In learning the art of smoking a cigar like a pro, it may take you a while to find your feet. From learning how to choose the right cigar, to knowing how to successfully touch up your cigar, Mr. Cigarman is here to guide you on your way to becoming the cigar aficionado that you […]

  Read more >

• 5th May, 2018How to Protect Your Cigars While Travelling

  Whether you’re travelling for work or pleasure and are looking to bring some cigars with you, it’s important to ensure that you look after your cigar collection to ensure that they don’t lose their flavour or get ruined whilst you are in transit. To effectively safeguard against your cigars going bad, follow the simple tips […]

  Read more >

• 1st January, 1970Reasons Why You Should Pair Your Cigar with a Drink

  It’s not rare to come across the popular image of a person smoking a cigar in one hand, whilst sipping on a glass of liquor, using the other hand. The dream pairing of cigars and alcohol is something that has been popularised in modern culture, but does this pairing taste as attractive as it looks? […]

  Read more >

• 3rd September, 2018The Most Common Ways to Classify Cigars

  Robusto, Belicoso, Churchill and Corona are just a few of the different types of cigars available for you to try. Whether you are new to cigars or want to discover more about the most popular types of cigars, it’s always a good idea to explore your different cigar options to find out which cigars will […]

  Read more >

• 1st January, 1970How to Touch Up Your Cigar

  Enjoying a cigar after a hard day at work is one of the best feelings in the world. Cigars have a way of distressing us of our worries in the way that they fill our lives of musky flavours and soothing aromas. Having a cigar in your hands is almost like having a flashlight that […]

  Read more >

• 1st January, 1970The Tobacco Fermentation Process

  Fermentation is the vital process that you’ll need to perfect to make wonderful wine, tea, vodka, and even cheese. Similarly, tobacco fermentation is a critical step in the process of making premium cigars, as it involves a lot of close monitoring to ensure transitions to nicotine. Not many tobacco manufacturers have shared their methods in […]

  Read more >

• 2nd May, 2018Protecting Your Cigar Against Humidor Mould

  Nothing will ruin your day more than discovering that your fresh supply of cigars has been ruined with mould! Whilst some mould-types won’t do much harm to you, it is recommended to throw away any cigars that you suspect have been affected and to clean out your humidor. Once you have removed all the mould-infested […]

  Read more >

• 1st January, 1970How to Pick the Perfect Cigar Gift

  While it may not be your initial thought when you think of Valentine’s Day, the simplicity of a single fine cigar can be a unique and special surprise for someone you love. Cigars provide the perfect mix of luxury and allure, standing out against other “regular” gifts such as jocks, socks and candles. Celebrate with […]

  Read more >

• 1st January, 1970How to Pair Whiskey with Cigars

  Pairing a high-quality whiskey with the complex flavours of a cigar can be an incredibly rewarding experience. The problem for many, is that choosing the right type of cigar and whiskey to pair can be a tough one – even an intimidating one. Because they are respectively highly complex flavours, choosing the wrong whiskey and […]

  Read more >

• 1st January, 1970What to Do with Under- or Over-Humidified Cigars

  Experiencing a cigar that has been perfectly maintained is a beautiful thing – it represents the full spectrum of flavours imbued in the tobacco and burns perfectly. Experiencing a cigar that has suffered an issue with humidity can, on the other hand, be a huge disappointment – the subtleties of the cigar can be compromised, […]

  Read more >

• 1st January, 1970Inhaling Cigars: What You’re Doing Wrong

  Many people who aren’t familiar with the art of smoking a fine cigar will jump to the understandable conclusion that cigars are just like cigarettes. However, that could not be further from the truth. This becomes particularly problematic when it comes to inhaling the smoke. While there’s no steadfast rule, the fact is that cigar […]

  Read more >

• 1st January, 1970Cigars for Christmas: Flavour Matching

  Many of the world’s cigar connoisseurs will enjoy a smoke between meals, but when better to do so than on the day of all food days: Christmas. The festive season brings some magnificent flavours that are sometimes only enjoyed once a year, so why not capitalise on the array of tastes on offer and enhance […]

  Read more >

• 12th March, 2017Everything You Need to Know About Binder Tobacco

  While the binder is often the least revered of the tobaccos that make up a cigar, due to its lack of contribution to the overall flavour of the stogie, it is actually one of the hardest working leaves in the bunch. The blend of this leaf with the rest of the tobacco is paramount to […]

  Read more >

• 1st January, 1970How Is My Cigar Rolled?

  While technology has improved various aspects of cigar making, it really makes no headway in a competition with the classic, tradition of hand rolling. The cigar industry is one of the few that remains intact when it comes to handcrafted consumables and it is showing no signs of shifting to a machine-powered business anytime soon. […]

  Read more >