Characteristics of a Great Cigar

Defining what makes a great cigar is no easy task. This is mainly due to the incredibly personal experience that each smoker has. However, there are some general and consistent characteristics which feature in all great cigars.

Construction & Burn
Construction is crucial in a high-quality cigar; a poor construction can often result in it falling apart. You need to inspect the wrapper to ensure that it appears to be clean, sturdy and not at all brittle - it should be relatively easy to detect a poorly assembled cigar. As well as the wrapper, you’ll want to make sure that the filler isn’t loosely packed or packed too tightly. A loosely packed cigar will draw too e.... Click here to read more