Cigars are meant to be enjoyed slowly, but even a well-constructed stick can go out. A breeze off Sydney Harbour, a chat with mates at a Brisbane backyard…
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A premium cigar is not a static object. From the moment the foot is toasted to the final puff at the nub, the smoke shifts in body, temperature, and aroma.…
The grey cylinder forming at the tip of a well-rolled cigar is more than a by-product of combustion. It is a record of the leaf selection, the bunching, and…
An evenly lit cigar draws smoothly, burns at a steady pace, and reveals the wrapper, filler and binder as intended. A rushed flame, an uneven toast or an…
Toasting the foot of a cigar is the small ceremonial step that separates a hurried light-up from a proper, even burn. It pre-heats the outer leaves so the…
Two of the most frustrating problems a cigar smoker can face are tunnelling and canoeing. Both leave you with a wasted stick, a harsh taste, and a session cut…
Even seasoned smokers know the frustration of lighting up a premium stick only to find the smoke barely moves past the cap. A tight draw turns a slow,…
The cut you make across a cigar’s cap affects airflow, draw resistance and the way smoke reaches your palate. A straight cutter opens the widest passage, a…
A guillotine cutter remains the most popular tool among cigar enthusiasts for opening the head of a cigar with a clean, controlled slice. Its straightforward…
Walking into a smoke shop on a Friday arvo when the doors stay open late tells you something is different. The lights are warmer, the ashtrays freshly…