Why do people listen to cigars?

When pressing with a little firmness between your fingers and rolling it slightly, one should hear a small amount of crackle. Too much crackle indicated the cigar is too dry and it will burn rapidly and have a harsh flavor. read more

The best way to tell if a cigar is fresh is to very gently “pinch” it at the foot, middle and near the band. If it has a little “spring” to it, the cigar is fine. read more

As any cigar aficionado will tell you, cigars are a hobby, not a habit. And like any hobby, there is a right way and a wrong way to do it. We reached out to Michael Herklots, vice president for retail and brand development for the Nat Sherman cigar brand, and asked him what true connoisseurs avoid while smoking cigars. read more