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| Cohiba Maduros | 11/19/2009 |
Q: I have aquired a few Geinos from a friend's boss who brought back a box,(not sure from where, ...
A: If I recall correctly, the Maduro 5 band is one piece. However, I'm not sure if Habanos recently ...
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| Warranty Seals for Cuban Cigars | 11/18/2009 |
Q: Mr. Yee, I received a box of putative Partagas 898 cigars (that look and taste fine - I've smoked ...
A: First, the Habanos chevron sticker does exist with and without the fine black lines. The version ...
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| fresh | 11/18/2009 |
Q: hi i just bought a cigar shop and was wondering if you can give me some advice on keeping up with my ...
A: The most important task to operating a cigar shop is to make sure the thermostat and humidification ...
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| harmful? | 11/17/2009 |
Q: I recently quit smoking cigarettes thougt about smoking cigars not any fancy ones just like black ...
A: It's hard to say because everybody reacts differently to cigars. Most people that do not inhale ...
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| harmful? | 11/17/2009 |
Q: I recently quit smoking cigarettes thougt about smoking cigars not any fancy ones just like black ...
A: Cigars do contain nicotine but if you don't inhale the cigar smoke, they are not as harmful as ...
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| Good Cuban Recommendations | 11/14/2009 |
Q: It seems that the Cohibas, Montecristos, and to a lesser degree the Romeo y Julietas and the ...
A: It's true, Cohiba and Montecristo are the two most counterfeited Cuban cigar brands in the world ...
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| Disinfecting humidification device | 11/14/2009 |
Q: I'm treating my humidor and cigar against a major mold infestation and I was wondering if I should ...
A: I would say it's better to just replace the humdification device. These sponge-based humidification ...
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| Placement of cigars and humidifier in humidor | 11/12/2009 |
Q: Love your work. Thanks so much. I wanted to ask you about placement of the humidifier and the ...
A: The placement of your humidification devices in your humidor can be anywhere as long as they are not ...
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| Cohiba Double Corona | 11/4/2009 |
Q: Is there a cuba Cohiba Double Corona Edicion Limitada 2007 with a Box PUC JUL 09
A: Unfortunately, no. There is NO Cohiba Double Corona Edicion Limitada cigar for 2007. The only ...
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| HELP!!! MY CIGARS ARE STARTING TO TASTE LIKE AMMONIA AND PLASTIC. | 11/4/2009 |
Q: I recently built a Coolidor. Of course I waited until the plastic smell was gone before starting to ...
A: Your cigars will most likely lose their plastic smell/taste but it will definitely take some time. ...
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| HELP!!! MY CIGARS ARE STARTING TO TASTE LIKE AMMONIA AND PLASTIC. | 11/3/2009 |
Q: I recently built a Coolidor. Of course I waited until the plastic smell was gone before starting to ...
A: Does your coolerdor have Spanish cedar? If not, you should line your entire humidor interior with ...
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| Cellophane Wrappers | 11/3/2009 |
Q: I just received a bunch of cigars as a gift and each one comes in a thin cellophane / plastic ...
A: It's optional and totally safe for you to keep your cigars in their original plastic wrappers and/or ...
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| Seconds? | 11/1/2009 |
Q: Each online cigar retailer's site is wrought with specials and deals of all kinds. I am curious ...
A: "Factory Second" cigars can be a great deal and are definitely worth trying. As you mentioned, many ...
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| new cigars | 10/31/2009 |
Q: I was given some esplendidos are were date aug 08 and I left them in the humidor 70-71 humidity for ...
A: It's hard to explain why your cigars taste the way they do. I would let your cigars age a bit ...
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| Yellowish film on Adorini humidifier unit | 10/31/2009 |
Q: I recently bought an Adorini Torino Deluxe Humidor. I followed all the humidor preparation and ...
A: I believe this yellow residue is caused by the shutter originally being closed and that you are ...
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| Bolivar | 10/30/2009 |
Q: can you tell me what you thing of the Bolivar cigars? I know that the Belicos Fino is very good, ...
A: Bolivar is an excellent cigar brand. It's a medium-to-full bodied cigar and the cigars age ...
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| Bad Cubans | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I bought a couple of Diplomaticos N° 2 from a cigar store (NOT a LCDH), they seem perfectly fine and ...
A: It's hard to say... with premium, handrolled cigars, it's not uncommon to occasionally receive a bad ...
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| Mold on cigars and humidor | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I read your response on treating a mold infested humidor with alcohol, I'm wondering if there is an ...
A: Using isopropyl alcohol is really the only effective method for killing mold. Mold can be quite ...
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| Don Tomas Clasico | 10/27/2009 |
Q: A friend of mine recommended Don Tomas Clasico - but another friend claimed that it was a bit ...
A: Don Tomas cigars are very good but Padron cigars are better quality and much better in terms of ...
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| Humidor room interior | 10/27/2009 |
Q: I have been handed the task of building this room from a previous associate and need to clarify a ...
A: It's perfectly fine to use any type of waterbase sealer for the doors and cabinets. However, the ...
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| Cigar ingredients | 10/27/2009 |
Q: I wanted to start smoking cigars i would like to start with cohibas, monte cristos, romeo y julieta. ...
A: What I suggest is that you try a small cigar first and if you begin to show signs of an allergic ...
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| Lighting a cigar | 10/25/2009 |
Q: Hey James, I bought a couple of Padrons, Fuentes, CAOs and etc.. a few days ago at my local cigar ...
A: It's perfectly fine to use lumberyard cedar to light your matches as long as the cedar is untreated ...
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| Nicaraguan/Honduran Cigars | 10/23/2009 |
Q: I am new to cigar. I understand that Nicaraguan/Honduran cigars are of a cheaper range compared to ...
A: Yes, Nicaraguan and Honduran cigars are generally less expensive than Cuban cigars. Here are some ...
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| cigars in original box | 10/22/2009 |
Q: Would like to know.How long do cuban cigars keep, in the original store bought un-opened box wrapped ...
A: A box of premium cigars can last approximately 2 weeks if it is not properly stored in a humidor or ...
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| cigar freshness | 10/21/2009 |
Q: 10 years tops, and i just found some of them and they were in a thick zipper bag and they were all ...
A: The first thing you need to do is clean the interior of the humidor. Use a vacuum cleaner with a ...
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| Factory codes | 10/20/2009 |
Q: I just got my box of Romeo y Julieta sport Largos and the box codes reads: LSM ENE 08. I know ENE 08 ...
A: Absolutely. It's perfectly fine to store Cuban cigars along with non-Cuban cigars in the same ...
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| Factory codes | 10/20/2009 |
Q: I just got my box of Romeo y Julieta sport Largos and the box codes reads: LSM ENE 08. I know ENE 08 ...
A: The factory that produced these cigars is most likely the RyJ factory. Habanos changes their ...
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| cigar freshness | 10/19/2009 |
Q: 10 years tops, and i just found some of them and they were in a thick zipper bag and they were all ...
A: Tobacco beetles leave behind a fine, dark powdery substance which is the remains of chewed up ...
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| Beetle holes in cigars | 10/19/2009 |
Q: I had a little outbreak in one of my humidors as I found beetle holes in 3 of the Cigars. I did what ...
A: Tobacco beetles will leave behind a very fine dark powder which is made up of chewed up tobacco and ...
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| how to store cigars for3 months | 10/19/2009 |
Q: I purchased Montecristo#4 cigars for my son for Christmas, I also bought a Montecristo cigar box, ...
A: Just to be safe, you should keep the Boveda pack to the side of the cigars just so that it does not ...
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| dropping humidity in humidor | 10/19/2009 |
Q: I've noticed the humidity in my humidor has been dropping steadily in the past week or so. I am not ...
A: Yes, it's not uncommon for our humidors to dissipate humidity more quickly during colder months. ...
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| cigar freshness | 10/19/2009 |
Q: 10 years tops, and i just found some of them and they were in a thick zipper bag and they were all ...
A: Besides a humidor and humi-pouch, you can also rehydrate your cigars with a clean Tupperware ...
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| cigar freshness | 10/18/2009 |
Q: 10 years tops, and i just found some of them and they were in a thick zipper bag and they were all ...
A: The first thing you need to do is inspect the cigars for any signs of mold or tobacco beetle holes. ...
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| how to store cigars for3 months | 10/18/2009 |
Q: I purchased Montecristo#4 cigars for my son for Christmas, I also bought a Montecristo cigar box, ...
A: What I suggest is that you store the cigars separately from the Montecristo box until Christmas. ...
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| robusto's | 10/15/2009 |
Q: i have recently acquired a taste for the finer cigar, one favorite is the Cohiba robusto. a little ...
A: With premium handrolled cigars (this includes both Cuban and Non-Cuban cigars), the draw is mainly ...
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| JLP | 10/14/2009 |
Q: what do you know about Jose L Piedra? I just tried one and I think that was VERY nice for the ...
A: Piedra cigars have been around for many years. It's one of the oldest Cuban cigar brands (circa ...
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| Acryl Polymer Humidifier | 10/11/2009 |
Q: I have recently bought a humidor which came with acryl polymer crystals, (not beads). Can you ...
A: Yes, you can use the housing for your humidification device. The housing may not be large enough to ...
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| Acryl Polymer Humidifier | 10/11/2009 |
Q: I have recently bought a humidor which came with acryl polymer crystals, (not beads). Can you ...
A: Your humidor crystals should include a jar or container that has perforated holes on the lid; like a ...
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| contrrol | 10/10/2009 |
Q: I just got a shipment of cigars and loaded up my humidor and can not get it below 75%rh i have a ...
A: The first thing you should do is remove the cup of distilled water as that could be why your ...
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| contrrol | 10/10/2009 |
Q: I just got a shipment of cigars and loaded up my humidor and can not get it below 75%rh i have a ...
A: To lower the humidity in your humidor, you need to add more Propylene Glycol to your humidification ...
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| ghurka cigars | 10/9/2009 |
Q: i am trying to purchase cigars for my husband as an anniversary gift and the only thing i know about ...
A: Yes, the HMR is the only Gurkha cigar to use green wax. In regards to the silver wax sealed ...
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| cigar rotation | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I have recently purchased a humidor and filled it with about a hundred cigars.I have no idea what ...
A: With large humidors filled with many cigars, humidity may not circulate effectively to cigars that ...
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| Cigar Mold | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I have a white web like mold comping straight out of my Credo unit into the humidor. It is white ...
A: To clean your humidor, first remove all your cigars and store them in a plastic Tupperware ...
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| Barrington House Intl. Jamaican cigars | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I happened to see in one of the cigar mags Barrington House cigar co. that specializes in Jamaican ...
A: I myself have not tried this brand as I have not seen it in stores yet but as soon as I try one, ...
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| Match vs. Gas | 10/8/2009 |
Q: When it comes to cigars I switch between match and butane lighter, depending on the surroundings. ...
A: I love both lighters and matches so for me, this is a tough question to answer. ;) I'm exactly like ...
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| Cigar Mold | 10/7/2009 |
Q: I have a white web like mold comping straight out of my Credo unit into the humidor. It is white ...
A: Yes, I would change out your Credo and place your darkened cigars into a separate, humidified ...
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| bands | 10/6/2009 |
Q: I have a few bands that I would like to put back on the cigars, glue is out of the question, so what ...
A: It's totally natural for the humidity to slightly drop after you've added a surplus of cigars to ...
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| A good cigar | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I'm looking for a good cigar, because whenever I go to the store, I come in with an idea of what I ...
A: For a full-bodied dark cigar, I recommend either a Cohiba XV, Ashton Aged Maduro #10, Hoyo de ...
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| Vinotemp humidor | 10/5/2009 |
Q: Hey james i was wondering if you had obtained any further info about the vinotemp thermo-eletric ...
A: I spoke with Laura at Vinotemp early last week and she said that they would send me more info about ...
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| Bitter taste?? | 10/4/2009 |
Q: Nice day to smoke an Ashton VSG Spellbound! Straight cut, started off fantastic! As i neared the ...
A: The bitter taste is actually from the tar-like residue that naturally builds up at the head of the ...
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| Toscano | 10/4/2009 |
Q: Do you know if it is possible to find the Italian "Toscano" cigars in Canada, by mail order or ...
A: I haven't seen this brand in stores lately. You should visit your local cigar store and ask if it's ...
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| 2-Stick (3140) Cigar Caddy | 10/4/2009 |
Q: I just bought a two stick Cigar Caddy yesterday and I was wondering, because the 2-stick humidor ...
A: No, you don't need to add any humidification device, PG or water to your cigar caddy. The cigar ...
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| Cigar Storage | 10/3/2009 |
Q: I would like to know if I should remove the cigars (cohiba)from the individual glass/plastic hard ...
A: It's optional and totally safe for you to keep your Cohiba cigars in their original cigar tubes ...
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| bands | 10/2/2009 |
Q: I have a few bands that I would like to put back on the cigars, glue is out of the question, so what ...
A: Double-sided tape works best. 3M makes a thin, double-sided scotch tape that is very strong and ...
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| Recommendations for Cuban Cigars | 10/2/2009 |
Q: James, Long time reader, first time poster. Anyway, a friend of mine will be coming in from ...
A: There's lots of great, moderately priced Cuban cigars. The key to finding a great Cuban cigar is to ...
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| cigar storage | 10/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 120ct desktop humi. that i want to keep at a constant temp. I was thinking about getting a ...
A: Yes, placing humidity beads/crystals in your humidor and wine fridge should work but you'll need to ...
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| Heat/cold | 9/30/2009 |
Q: Long time! Hope all is well with you. I have recently moved and my new place is rather "colder". I ...
A: Don't worry, 65-69 degrees Fahrenheit (18-21 celcius) is OK for your humidor and your cigars are not ...
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| Cigars in Cayo Coco | 9/28/2009 |
Q: Wondering if you can give me an help on buying cigars in Cayo Coco. I only like to buy from LCHD ...
A: Government shops, reputable hotel shops, cigar factories and authorized Habanos retailers (such as ...
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| Absolute vs Relative humidity | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I have seen in numerous posts on here discussions about how to store cigars. While I find your ...
A: For decades, the idea of compensating low temperatures with more humidity has been discussed and ...
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| Upmann № 2 - fake or not | 9/26/2009 |
Q: Couple of days ago I bought 3 Upmann № 2 cigars at my favorite cigar store, cigars look, feel ...
A: H Upmann No. 2 do in fact come with Band "B" and Band "C" variations. Upmann began packaging the ...
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| question about a Padron | 9/26/2009 |
Q: I have a question. A few years ago, a good friend of mine came into a cigar bar I worked for at the ...
A: I'm pretty sure the Padron family has not made another Cuban-based cigar since leaving Cuba in 1961. ...
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| Cuban Cigar Box Codes | 9/22/2009 |
Q: Lee Just bought a box of Hoyo Epicure #2 - Cabinet Box of 25. Box Code on the bottom of the box is: ...
A: Komodata, In 2008, Hoyo de Monterrey did add a second band to their Epicure No. 2 so your box ...
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| tubed cigars in humidor | 9/21/2009 |
Q: I'd like to ask you what is the correct way to keep tubed cigars in my humidor. Some people say just ...
A: Cigar tubes and plastic cellophane wrappers are not 100% airtight so you can leave them in your ...
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| Cigars suddenly tasting awful! | 9/21/2009 |
Q: Just letting you know about the strange experience I had yesterday with a couple of the cigars which ...
A: It sounds like the cigars were over-humidified at some point; if not by your humidor then either by ...
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| cigar storage | 9/20/2009 |
Q: I have a 120ct desktop humi. that i want to keep at a constant temp. I was thinking about getting a ...
A: I don't have any reviews for the Vinotemp thermo-electric humidor yet but there are many positive ...
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| Cuban vs Non Cuban | 9/18/2009 |
Q: I have a kinda tricky one... would you say that a Guantanamera Cristales is beter than a regular ...
A: Is a Guantanamera Cristales better than a regular non-Cuban cigar? No, not really. Guantanamera ...
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| Questions | 9/18/2009 |
Q: I am a relatively new cigar smoker and enjoy learning about and trying the many varieties and ...
A: The following are excellent (and affordable) non-Cuban cigar brands: Arturo Fuente Oliva Padron ...
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| Padron | 9/17/2009 |
Q: James, what is the difference between the two Padron Aniversary editions? Thanks
A: The Padron 1964 Anniversario cigars were created to mark Padron cigars' 30th Anniversary in the ...
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| siglo VI | 9/17/2009 |
Q: I recently was given a box of 10 siglo VI (cuban). The box checks out as legit and so do the bands, ...
A: The triple cap should be fairly noticeable. You should see three separate lines which indicate the ...
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| how to turn off the cigar | 9/17/2009 |
Q: i am new in cigar world, and i like to smoke cigar, but most of the times i didnt finish it all, and ...
A: To save a lit cigar to be smoked later, simply let the cigar sit in the ashtray and it will slowly ...
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| pairing | 9/15/2009 |
Q: What drink would go well with a Arturo Fuente short story ?
A: Maker's Mark, Johnnie Walker Black/Green/Blue Label, Glenlivet and Havana Club rum all go well with ...
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| Cigar Storage | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I have a Xikar 75ct Humidor (using gel beads 50/50 solution and a digital hygrometer)that maintains ...
A: There are a few tricks you can do to keep your humidor cool. First, use a digital thermometer and ...
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| Partagas Cuban Cigar | 9/14/2009 |
Q: I recently went to europe, and while I was there I tried finding some good cuban cigars. I ended up ...
A: Unfortunately, there really isn't any type of non-Cuban cigar that tastes like a Cuban Partagas. ...
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| mold inside electronic humidifier | 9/12/2009 |
Q: I set up my new montegue end table humidor about 5 weeks ago with a humi-care xg 1000 pro electronic ...
A: Greg, You can soak the aquafoam in alcohol but will need to thoroughly flush the foam clean with ...
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| mold inside electronic humidifier | 9/12/2009 |
Q: I set up my new montegue end table humidor about 5 weeks ago with a humi-care xg 1000 pro electronic ...
A: To prevent mold from appearing, what you can do is keep your humidification device in an ...
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| Freezing Cuban cigars | 9/11/2009 |
Q: Came across your interesting reply on freezing cigars to kill or inhibit beetle and mould growth. I ...
A: It's very possible that the freezing process is altering the quality of Cuban cigars but again, the ...
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| cigar humidor | 9/10/2009 |
Q: i live in India where the average humidity around the year is 90 plus rh. i recently was gifted a ...
A: In countries where the humidity is extremely high and consistent throughout the year, a ...
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| Cigar defrosting process | 9/10/2009 |
Q: Would you please let me know your recommendations on step-by-step process of cigar defrosting after ...
A: When removing your cigars from the freezer, you can just let them sit at room temperature for about ...
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| Mould inside cigars | 9/4/2009 |
Q: Have you ever experienced mould growing inside cigar body without being noticeable during routine ...
A: Yes, it's very possible for mold to form inside a cigar. Mold is caused by a buildup of residual ...
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| ratings | 9/3/2009 |
Q: like the 2008 Casa Magna Robusto- any other recommended cigars? fairly new to "real" cigars but ...
A: No, Cuban cigars are still illegal in the United States but there are many non-Cuban cigar brands ...
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| ratings | 9/3/2009 |
Q: like the 2008 Casa Magna Robusto- any other recommended cigars? fairly new to "real" cigars but ...
A: Here are some excellent medium to full-bodied non-Cuban cigar brands you should try: Arturo Fuente ...
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| tubos | 9/2/2009 |
Q: James, There seems to have been this year a big increase in the production and variety of tubos ...
A: A lot of cigar smokers do prefer to buy their cigars in tubos form so there is always a market for ...
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| Aging of EL cigars | 9/2/2009 |
Q: Here is the new one. What do you think about aging of Edicion Limitada Cuban cigars (like ...
A: Aging Cuban cigars - especially Edicion Limitadas - will definitely be good because it will make ...
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| Nausea and lightheadedness after a strong cigar | 9/2/2009 |
Q: This evening I tried a cigar that's new to me, an Ashton VSG (6" x 44). After happily smoking it ...
A: Cigar sickness is temporary nausea (very short-term vomiting and feeling lightheaded) and people who ...
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| warranty seal | 9/1/2009 |
Q: i was wondering what the proper dimensions of the cuban warranty seal are. I have a box from 2002, ...
A: That's correct. Under UV, the numbers in the serial code should be fluorescent and a brighter red ...
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| How to choose good cigar | 8/31/2009 |
Q: Here is another question I would like to ask. Couple of weeks ago I bought H.Upmann Magnum 50, the ...
A: When choosing a cigar, you did everything right. You selected a cigar that had a nice construction ...
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| Cigar/Spirits Pairing. | 8/28/2009 |
Q: I must say I am deeply appreciative of the advice and insight you offer, as well as the treatment of ...
A: For Cuban cigar brands, I would recommend the following: Vegas Robaina Romeo y Julieta (Churchill ...
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| Tobacco Mites? | 8/26/2009 |
Q: I read some earlier posts that kind of spoke to my situation but had to ask again. I've noticed some ...
A: Tobacco mites are completely harmless. They usually enter your humidor by hitching a ride on cigars ...
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| Humidors & Cigar Wraps | 8/23/2009 |
Q: Do you remove the wrapper before placing them in the humidor I'm new at cigar smoking.
A: It's optional and totally safe for you to keep your cigars in their original plastic wrappers and/or ...
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| humidifier fur | 8/23/2009 |
Q: After seasoning my humidor, and using a store bought solution of 50% Propylene Glycol and 50% ...
A: If your humidification device's vent can be removed, carefully remove it (keep it away from the ...
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| dark marks in humidor | 8/23/2009 |
Q: Guys, I have a 6 month old, 25-capacity glass top humidor. The box has been maintaining 70-72% ...
A: Unfortunately, those dark spots may return over time. The dark spots are most likely from the tacks ...
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| My cigars taste like plastic hobby glue. | 8/22/2009 |
Q: A week or so ago my cigars started to have an odd flavor. The flavor is the same as the one that you ...
A: The first thing you should do is smell your humidistat. Does it have a strong aroma of plastic ...
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| warranty seal | 8/21/2009 |
Q: i was wondering what the proper dimensions of the cuban warranty seal are. I have a box from 2002, ...
A: That's very interesting. I don't have any 2007/8 boxes on hand to measure right now but I know that ...
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| Cuban cigars | 8/18/2009 |
Q: James, I will be travelling to Mexico soon and would like to know of good Cuban cigar shops in my ...
A: The best place to purchase Cuban cigars from is the La Casa Del Habanos shops (LCDH). There are ...
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| warranty seal | 8/13/2009 |
Q: i was wondering what the proper dimensions of the cuban warranty seal are. I have a box from 2002, ...
A: For boxes dated between 1999 to early 2009, genuine warranty seals for a large box is 49mm and 20mm ...
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| Uneven color of wrapper | 8/12/2009 |
Q: Recently I got a box of Montecristo 5 produced in 2008. Putting them into the humidor for storage I ...
A: Green spots on cigars can be from poor fermentation (water/liquid droplets comes in contact with the ...
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| cigar temperature | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I have a humidor that I keep upstairs, but in the summer sometimes the house gets too hot, my ...
A: Cooler is definitely better than warmer. At cooler temperatures, your cigars are OK and won't ...
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| Cigar rollers | 8/10/2009 |
Q: Not sure if you can help, but I am getting married in Varadero next April and would like to hire a ...
A: First, congratulations on your upcoming wedding. If you're staying (or having your wedding ...
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| seasoning, etiquette, and storage | 8/9/2009 |
Q: I am very new to smoking cigars, i recently purchased a new 100ct humidor and was curious if ...
A: To answer your questions: - Demineralized water should be fine to use in a humidor and won't harm ...
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| How to keep cigars in smoking condition | 8/7/2009 |
Q: I currently have 2 humidors that are both filled. I am going to be ordering a box of A.Fuente short ...
A: The best method for storing cigars outside your humidor is to store them in Humi-pouches. ...
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| Montecristo fakes? | 8/6/2009 |
Q: I must admit I have very little experience smoking with the montecristo brand. Ive had it twice ...
A: Based on your description, it sounds like the cigars are fake because the burn quality of the cigars ...
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| fake cigars | 8/4/2009 |
Q: A friend (non-smoker, but with a wide Latin American network) recently gave me a container ...
A: To my knowledge, the only Cohiba cigars packaged in a humidor jar are the 30th Anniversary and ...
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| tour guides and fake cigars | 8/3/2009 |
Q: my friend recently came back from Cuba, and I had asked him to buy me a box of Siglo 2's along with ...
A: I haven't used the verification check very much but from the boxes I've checked, it works. The ...
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| Cohiba cigars from Dominican Rep | 8/3/2009 |
Q: I recently visited Punta Cana Dominican republic and bought 4 Cohiba Epliendidos boxes of 10 and 1 ...
A: OK, I know exactly which Cohibas these are. These are indeed Dominican Republic Cohibas but they ...
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| Cohiba cigars from Dominican Rep | 8/3/2009 |
Q: I recently visited Punta Cana Dominican republic and bought 4 Cohiba Epliendidos boxes of 10 and 1 ...
A: Are the Cohiba cigars labelled as being made in the Dominican Republic or Cuba? There are actually ...
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| new cohiba esplendido box | 8/2/2009 |
Q: I have a relative in spain and he usually sends me a box of cohiba esplendido once a year as a gift. ...
A: You should ask your relative which store in Spain he purchased the cigars from. If he purchased ...
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| Marking on the Havana boxes of cigars. | 7/31/2009 |
Q: How can I find out what the three letter codes that are marked after the date of the production. Do ...
A: The three letter code is the factory code which incidates which factory the cigars were rolled at. ...
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| High Temperature | 7/30/2009 |
Q: I have read most of your responses regarding maintaining 70/70 temperature/humidity. I have a 25-30 ...
A: Prolonged exposure to temperatures above 75 degrees Fahrenheit will incubate any tobacco beetle eggs ...
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| High Temperature | 7/29/2009 |
Q: I have read most of your responses regarding maintaining 70/70 temperature/humidity. I have a 25-30 ...
A: The Vinotemp Thermo-Electric desktop humidor is the one I recommend. It's a 100-count humidor and ...
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| Distilled Water/Battery Water - pH Level | 7/28/2009 |
Q: Would like to ask if using "battery water" instead of distilled water is fine? I bought my first ...
A: "Battery water" is made with distilled water so it can be used in humidors. ***HOWEVER, battery ...
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| High Temperature | 7/28/2009 |
Q: I have read most of your responses regarding maintaining 70/70 temperature/humidity. I have a 25-30 ...
A: Try to store your humidor in your basement or wine cellar as these places are usually much cooler ...
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| Medium Quality Cubans | 7/22/2009 |
Q: James, what do you consider the best (talking only in taste) full to medium bodied medium quality ...
A: Here is a list of the best medium to full-bodied premium Cuban cigar brands: Romeo y Julieta Vegas ...
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| cohiba cigars | 7/20/2009 |
Q: I have recently started smoking cigars and I enjoy the cohiba siglo II. From your experience are ...
A: For Cuban cigars that have the similar strength profile to Cohiba, try these brands: H. Upmann ...
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| Cuban Cigars | 7/18/2009 |
Q: If I came back with a couple of boxes of good cubans could I sell them here in Toronto. If so any ...
A: Mike, You'll have better luck selling to private buyers. Many businesses will not buy cigars from ...
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| Glass top humidor and rectangular humidifier | 7/17/2009 |
Q: James, I recently purchased a 100 count glass top humidor which came with a large black plastic ...
A: That humidification device is actually designed to sit upright and centered in your humidor. By ...
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| Cigar prices in Cuba? | 7/16/2009 |
Q: I have a friend going to Cuba, so I definitely want to take advantage and get him to buy me a box. ...
A: MartyMix has a good price list for Cuban cigars in Cuba. I'm not sure how often he updates his ...
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| Caught at border crossing in Ontario | 7/15/2009 |
Q: James - How DID that customs agent know we had one cigar in our bag in the trunk of our car? Are ...
A: I have no idea how Customs agents know what they know. (Actually, I have an idea how they know but ...
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| building my own humidor | 7/15/2009 |
Q: I've been looking into getting a larger humidor, but since they can run quite high and the fact ...
A: Retro-fitting a small refrigerator into a humidor can definitely work. Simply remove the wire ...
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| Rea Cigars | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I noticed your comment about Rea Cigars. My Grandfather, Fred Rea and his brothers started Rea ...
A: I'm adding this to the question archive so anyone looking for more info on Rea cigars can read it ...
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| humidity too high in humidor | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased a 300 count humidor. I then had is seasoned by my local cigar shop. After ...
A: Was your humidor seasoned recently? If yes, you may need to let your humidor sit for a few days ...
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| Pre Embargo Appraisal | 7/13/2009 |
Q: Yee, I realize that you do not specialize in the appraisal of vintage cigars, but I was hoping you ...
A: I would recommend getting in touch with an antique dealer that specializes in "Tobacciana" and they ...
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| smoking half a cigar | 7/12/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if cigars are wrapped in the same manner from head to foot. I bought some "Perdomo ...
A: You're right. Cutting a cigar in the middle can cause the cigar's wrapper leaf to unravel. The ...
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| Boveda packs | 7/10/2009 |
Q: hey james! well i have a slight problem with my humidity levels. its currently sitting at about 73, ...
A: Boveda packs are excellent. They're fairly inexpensive and they work perfectly. They're available ...
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| Humidor Seasoning and Humidifying solutions | 7/9/2009 |
Q: As a rcent conver to cigar smoking and owner of a new humidor, please could you help? I want to do ...
A: Yes, if you follow the instructions included with your humidor, it should be fine. If however, you ...
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| authenticity | 7/4/2009 |
Q: i was recently given two cohibas as a gift - one coronas especiales and one siglo II. no idea where ...
A: The cigar in that photo looks genuine. The band is evenly printed and cleanly cut. The gold foil ...
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| Opus X and glass jar humidors | 7/3/2009 |
Q: Silly question maybe, but is it Opus X as in the letter X or as in Roman numeral 10? Also, what is ...
A: The "X" in "Opus X" actually refers to the roman numeral as it took 10 years for Carlos Fuente Jr. ...
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| analogue hygrometer | 7/3/2009 |
Q: I have been reading the answers you have provided to everyone about cigars and humidors and I have a ...
A: The first thing you should do is salt-test and calibrate your new hygrometer to make sure that it's ...
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| cooledor | 7/1/2009 |
Q: I have purchased a cooler (aprox 2'x1'x1' deep) also I have a peice of spanish cedar about 6' long ...
A: With a coolerdor, the cedar lining does not need to be seamlessly assembled with precision. In ...
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| Minimum number of cigars in a humidor | 7/1/2009 |
Q: James, First off, thanks for all the info you have posted. It is a lot of useful stuff. I ...
A: It's good practice to have a handful of cigars in your humidor but there really isn't any noticeable ...
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| humidity too high | 6/29/2009 |
Q: james, i was recently given a humidor as a gift. seasoned it, and after a few days it was ready ...
A: Adding a few small drops of straight PG is fine. It won't harm your madeline humidifier. Be sure ...
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| humidity too high | 6/29/2009 |
Q: james, i was recently given a humidor as a gift. seasoned it, and after a few days it was ready ...
A: To lower your humidity, you can add a 50/50 pre-mixed humidor solution to your humidification ...
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| Adding Aeration Grate | 6/23/2009 |
Q: sorry to use up so much of your time but my cigars are very dear to me and I respect your good ...
A: Don't worry, feel free to ask as many questions as you need. Whether or not you should season the ...
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| glass tubed cigars | 6/23/2009 |
Q: James Brand does not matter, but I received a box of the Macs that come in glass tubes. How should ...
A: For cigars sealed in glass tubes, it's perfectly fine to keep them in your humidor. If the cigar ...
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| Humidor | 6/23/2009 |
Q: I recently got a cigar box, not a humidor, just the box the cigars come in, its all wood, and it ...
A: It's perfectly fine to use a cedar cigar box for cigar storage as long as it has a proper ...
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| Temperature question | 6/19/2009 |
Q: I have my humidor running perfectly at 70/70 with no more than 1 degree or RH fluctuation. However, ...
A: Based on your situation, your best option would be to invest in a thermo-electric humidor. ...
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| High Humidity | 6/19/2009 |
Q: I just can't find PG anywhere (I live in Lima-Perú) and my 50/50 mix don't hold the humidity below ...
A: Yes, it's safe to use reputable brands of odor-free dehumidification beads in your humidor. When ...
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| Fat Robustos | 6/19/2009 |
Q: Hope you are well. I've been smoking cigars a bit more constantly in the last few months and ...
A: If you like the Gran Habano #5, try Rocky Patel Edge Battalion. Zino Platinum, La Gloria Cubana ...
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| wet cigars | 6/18/2009 |
Q: I recently received a box of cigars dated sept. 08.The cigars are so wet they wont smoke properly.I ...
A: It sounds like the cigars are over-saturated with moisture. This is a big problem as your cigars ...
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| Fat Robustos | 6/17/2009 |
Q: Hope you are well. I've been smoking cigars a bit more constantly in the last few months and ...
A: Here are some mild-to-medium, robusto-sized Cuban cigars: Vegas Robaina Famosos Romeo y Julieta ...
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| Counterfeit Cohibas | 6/16/2009 |
Q: I friend bought me back a box of "Cohiba Esplendido" from Nicaragua. They were in a glass topped ...
A: Again, the quality of counterfeit cigars greatly varies from counterfeiter to counterfeiter as there ...
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| Counterfeit Cohibas | 6/16/2009 |
Q: I friend bought me back a box of "Cohiba Esplendido" from Nicaragua. They were in a glass topped ...
A: Were the cigars you purchased in Playa del Carmen also glass top Cohibas? Did they also have the ...
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| aeration grate | 6/11/2009 |
Q: Would you recommend the aeration grate shown in link below: ...
A: Yes, that's a proper aeration platform for your humidor. Before ordering, be sure that it fits the ...
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| Cuban cigars fake or real? | 6/11/2009 |
Q: I just received 2 boxes of cuaban cigars which a friend says they are fake. 1 box is Bolivar Royal ...
A: In 2008, Habanos added the second "Epicure" band to their Epicure cigars. This additional band ...
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| RASS | 6/10/2009 |
Q: Mr. Yee: Thank you for taking the time to answer my question. I am fairly new to habanos and am ...
A: It's not very common for a recently produced box of cigars to have older, discontinued cigar bands ...
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| Makeshift Humidor question | 6/10/2009 |
Q: hope you had a great vacation. Hopefully where cigars are plentiful and cheap! Anyways, this is ...
A: Water pillows are fantastic. I like to use them as well. They maintain humidity very well, perform ...
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| Makeshift Humidor question | 6/10/2009 |
Q: hope you had a great vacation. Hopefully where cigars are plentiful and cheap! Anyways, this is ...
A: Igloo iceboxes and thermos coolers are perfectly fine to store cigars. In fact, these "coolerdors" ...
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| humidifier mold | 6/7/2009 |
Q: 1 is it ok to wipe down my humidifier with vodka which is 40% ethyl alcohol instead of isopropyl ...
A: While vodka is safe around your cigars and humidor, it is lower in alchol content (when compared to ...
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| Repositioning Cigars in Humidor | 6/5/2009 |
Q: James, I have a humidor half full of Cuban Cigars. My hygrometers are reading consistently between ...
A: Yes, to ensure that all your cigars in your humidor receive an even exposure to humidity, you should ...
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| Propylene glycol to season my humidor | 6/5/2009 |
Q: James, I just bought a new humidor and started to season it. I wipe it down about four to five ...
A: You're not supposed to wipe your humidor down with propylene glycol. PG is only meant to be used in ...
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| tobacco beetles | 6/5/2009 |
Q: I recently acquired a dozen cigars from a friend who was going to throw them out because they were ...
A: I wouldn't recommend smoking cigars that were infested with tobacco beetles. Even though the ...
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| Are cubans somewhat overrated? | 6/4/2009 |
Q: It may be because im still a beginner, and learning fine subtleties. But I feel as if at the price ...
A: I don’t think Cuban cigars are overrated. Yes, there are some Cuban cigars that sell for $30-40 per ...
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| Cohiba behike | 6/4/2009 |
Q: first I will like to apologize because maybe you will consider this like a ofense but please be sure ...
A: As you mentioned, the cigars are a "copy" which means that it's not genuine Cohiba. This also means ...
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| Cohiba behike | 6/3/2009 |
Q: first I will like to apologize because maybe you will consider this like a ofense but please be sure ...
A: Even in Cuba, in the La Casa del Habanos stores (which is the official, authorized Habanos ...
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| Cohiba behike | 6/3/2009 |
Q: first I will like to apologize because maybe you will consider this like a ofense but please be sure ...
A: It's very likely that the cigars are NOT genuine. The Cohiba Behike is an extremely expensive cigar ...
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| Little white dots in ash | 6/2/2009 |
Q: my humidor temp is around 70% but the humidity is around 76% and can't lower it. The last two cubans ...
A: Don't worry, the white dots on the ash is actually very normal and can be found on both Cuban and ...
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| Proper Humidity Level | 6/2/2009 |
Q: James, I have a humidor half full of Cuban Cigars. My hygrometers are reading consistently between ...
A: When the temperature is in the low 50's (approximately 10 degrees celcius), your humidor will begin ...
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| Proximity to humidifier | 6/2/2009 |
Q: I have one of those small standard sized humidors, I believe it is about 12 1/4” W x 8 3/4” D x 5” ...
A: If the humidity in your humidor is kept near the proper level and does not exceed 74-75% humidity, ...
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| Tight draw issues | 5/31/2009 |
Q: I recently bought some Cuban Hoyo's (Epicure Esp. LE 2004). A very expensive box indeed, but from a ...
A: Dry cigars are usually very hard and brittle. When you smoke a dry cigar, it can also taste stale ...
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| Tight draw issues | 5/30/2009 |
Q: I recently bought some Cuban Hoyo's (Epicure Esp. LE 2004). A very expensive box indeed, but from a ...
A: Because premium cigars are entirely handrolled, it's not uncommon to have some of your cigars rolled ...
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| Smoking a cigar twice | 5/26/2009 |
Q: My buddy gave me a Cuban Cohiba the other day. I was smoking it in a bar and was told that cigars ...
A: The cigar may taste a bit stronger than before but yes, it's perfectly fine to put a cigar out to ...
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| Build my own humidor | 5/26/2009 |
Q: I am new to cigars and am planning on building my own humidor. I have purchased a cooler and some ...
A: A "coolerdor" is a good setup if you don't plan on buying a humidor just yet. Be sure to line the ...
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| Cohiba Robustos | 5/25/2009 |
Q: For some reason I tried to air seal a box of my cohibas and after opening them after a couple months ...
A: If the mold was caught and treated early, your cigars can indeed be saved. Because the mold has ...
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| Adding dry cigars to humidor | 5/23/2009 |
Q: I have recently come across a box cigars which are dry. They are not totally dry or anything, but ...
A: When you add dry cigars to a humidor, the drop in humidity will be temporary and very short term. ...
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| Stale? | 5/22/2009 |
Q: I have a couple of cigars in a humidor that I think have become stale/too hard to smoke. Im not sure ...
A: What you should do is buy (or borrow from someone) a small digital hygrometer, salt-test and ...
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| Stale? | 5/22/2009 |
Q: I have a couple of cigars in a humidor that I think have become stale/too hard to smoke. Im not sure ...
A: Dried out cigars can easily be restored by letting them sit in your humidor, at approximately 70% ...
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| Humidor temperature/tobacco beetle question | 5/21/2009 |
Q: I just had a few questions about temperature. I have no trouble keeping 70% relative humidity but ...
A: Fluctuations between 69-74 degrees Fahrenheit will not harm your cigars. If you can't find a cool ...
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| Humidor temperature/tobacco beetle question | 5/21/2009 |
Q: I just had a few questions about temperature. I have no trouble keeping 70% relative humidity but ...
A: Tobacco beetle eggs - if present in your cigars - will definitely incubate and hatch at 79-80 ...
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| Ordering Cuban Cigars by Mail? | 5/20/2009 |
Q: Is it possible to order genuine Cuban cigars from another country, to be delivered to the US by ...
A: Cuban cigars are still illegal in the United States so if you tried ordering them via mailorder, ...
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| Maintaining humidor temperature! | 5/20/2009 |
Q: Mr. Lee, how are you sir? My question to you is; how do you maintain the 70 degree temperature in a ...
A: I'm doing well, thank you for asking. :) To answer your question, there's a few methods to ...
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| cigar box sizes vs. age. | 5/20/2009 |
Q: Hope you're having a good day.Can you tell me,I'm in the process of picking up a large quantity of ...
A: No, there's no truth to this as there isn't any major difference between the different boxes of ...
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| appraisal | 5/19/2009 |
Q: I have collected a great amount of cigars and I am ready to sell them. Where can I get an appraisal ...
A: To get your cigar items apraised/sold, look in your local yellow page phonebook for antique dealers ...
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| Humidor | 5/18/2009 |
Q: I bought a humidor a few months ago and I have some minor problems with the relative humidity ...
A: For your humidification device, you should be able to unscrew the black plastic housing in half. ...
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| Humidor | 5/18/2009 |
Q: I bought a humidor a few months ago and I have some minor problems with the relative humidity ...
A: I don't understand your question, are you having trouble with the humidor humidity or temperature? ...
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| Differences between cigars of the same brand | 5/18/2009 |
Q: am I correct in thinking that different ring gauge and sizes of cigars affect the taste and draw? ...
A: No, cigars of the same brand and size will usually have similar flavours because they use similar - ...
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| Differences between cigars of the same brand | 5/18/2009 |
Q: am I correct in thinking that different ring gauge and sizes of cigars affect the taste and draw? ...
A: Yes, cigar size can indeed affect the way a cigar tastes. The larger ring gauge a cigar has, the ...
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| Question about uniformity of cigar cases etc | 5/16/2009 |
Q: I recently got some more Romeo Y Julieta no2's, and saw something different. For the peice of wood ...
A: A colour difference in the cigar tube lining is pretty common. The wood used for the lining is ...
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| Pre-seasoned Humidors | 5/16/2009 |
Q: When purchasing a already seasoned Humidor,will the pre-season process hold during shipping? Are is ...
A: In my opinion, it's not worth paying extra money for a humidor just because it is pre-seasoned. The ...
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| Cigars to gain more experience | 5/15/2009 |
Q: I've finally gotten my humidor working perfectly thanks to your help. I realized that my humidor ...
A: For Cuban cigars, Partagas and Romeo y Julieta "Mille Fleur" are excellent and not very expensive. ...
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| Digital Hygrometer question. | 5/13/2009 |
Q: I just had a question regarding digital hygrometers. I got sick of my analog which was giving me ...
A: For single button hygrometers, if you press and hold the button, the number in the display should ...
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| Digital Hygrometer question. | 5/13/2009 |
Q: I just had a question regarding digital hygrometers. I got sick of my analog which was giving me ...
A: PG can last a long time inside your humidor (on average 2 years before it loses its effectiveness) ...
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| Digital Hygrometer question. | 5/13/2009 |
Q: I just had a question regarding digital hygrometers. I got sick of my analog which was giving me ...
A: Make sure your hygrometer is not obstructed by any humidor components or cigars as they might cause ...
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| Florist sponge (Oasis) | 5/12/2009 |
Q: Hope your week is going well. I would like to add a "green sponge" otherwise known as an oasis ...
A: It's actually better to purchase an extra oasis sponge humidification device rather than use a raw ...
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| Real or fake Cohiba Esplendidos | 5/11/2009 |
Q: I have a question about the authenticity of the box I'm having. My friend who has connection in one ...
A: Toan, The image URLs you included do not work but I'm still skeptical about your cigars being ...
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| Any good sites for Canadians? | 5/11/2009 |
Q: Ive asked questions here before, and I believe you were located in Toronto and suggested several ...
A: Unfortunately, there aren't many Canadian, website-based retailers of cigars and cigar related ...
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| Tobacco beetle | 5/11/2009 |
Q: Should I wipe clean the humidor box with alcohol or just a moist towel to cleanse the unit as I ...
A: You don't need to use alcohol to clean your humidor if you have tobacco beetles. You only need to ...
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| calibration of digital hygrometer | 5/10/2009 |
Q: I have been reading that it is recommended to use digital hydrometers, and i purchased one. It has ...
A: Digital hygrometers are usually factory-calibrated and extremely accurate. Just to be sure, you ...
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| humidor temp v Cuba temp | 5/10/2009 |
Q: I understand the 70/70 rule for humidors. However it's really difficult for me to keep the ...
A: Temperatures in Cuba are indeed much higher than a humidor environment and this helps with the ...
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| Beetles???? | 5/9/2009 |
Q: Hope all is well. Today, while doing my weekly cigar rotation i noticed something scary... A tiny ...
A: No, those aren't tobacco beetles. Those are actually tobacco mites and the good news is that ...
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| Humidor Temperature and Cuban Cigar Recommendations | 5/8/2009 |
Q: 1) What can I do to lower the internal temperature of my humidor as it has been hanging around 75 ...
A: Vinotemp makes a temperature-controlled humidor that holds 100 cigars. The MSRP is $199. Here's ...
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| Humidor Temperature and Cuban Cigar Recommendations | 5/8/2009 |
Q: 1) What can I do to lower the internal temperature of my humidor as it has been hanging around 75 ...
A: If you have a basement or wine cellar, try keeping your humidor there. Basements are significantly ...
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| Cohiba Piramides | 5/6/2009 |
Q: I have an opportunity to buy a handful of Cohiba Piramides and am attempting to determine if they ...
A: I've seen genuine Cohiba bands that have the printing/embossing slightly off (very slightly) and ...
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| Humidor humidity | 5/5/2009 |
Q: My humidor loses humidity very often. I have a drymistat tube as well as a plate filled with ...
A: Seasoning should take about 2 days (on average) so it's perfectly fine to store your cigars in a ...
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| Humidor humidity | 5/5/2009 |
Q: My humidor loses humidity very often. I have a drymistat tube as well as a plate filled with ...
A: Your humidor may either a) have a poor seal and is leaking humidity or b) need to be reseasoned. ...
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| Cuban cigars in Costa Rica | 5/1/2009 |
Q: I'm far from an expert but I know what I like, and I like Cuban cigars. I've tried several brands ...
A: Don't worry, there are indeed genuine Cuban cigars to found in Costa Rica. When in Costa Rica, shop ...
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| Your Top 10 Smokes | 5/1/2009 |
Q: first I'd like to say that you're doing a great job. I'm new to the wonderful world of cigars and ...
A: My "top 10" lists usually doesn't change very much. Once I find a good cigar, I'll stick with it ...
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| Most Cuban-like cigars... | 4/30/2009 |
Q: Recently my son-in-law (Navy) came back from Panama with 5 Cohiba Siglio VI's. These have been ...
A: It's hard to find non-Cuban cigars that match Cuban cigars in terms of strength and flavour. Cuban ...
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| Cabinet Humidors | 4/25/2009 |
Q: I am currently investigating the possibility of having a custom cabinet humidor built. The cabinet ...
A: I think a local cabinet maker would be able to offer you a better price. Commercially-built humidor ...
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| dry cigars | 4/25/2009 |
Q: i've smoked cigars before, but i'm a bit of a newcomer to keeping cigars in a humidor. i wa given a ...
A: Don't worry, your cigars can still be saved. As long as the dry cigars aren't damaged (ie: broken, ...
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| COOLador | 4/24/2009 |
Q: Due to the heat approaching and living in a condo where the AC will not be turned on until late May, ...
A: Storing a coolerdor in your relative's basement is perfectly fine. Just be sure that the coolerdor ...
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| fake cubans | 4/24/2009 |
Q: Have you ever heard of a humidity test on a Cuban cigar...by placing the cigar in front of the ...
A: I've never heard of that test and I'm not sure what it would prove. Placing a cigar in front of a ...
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| Questions | 4/23/2009 |
Q: for the first time I ordered cohiba Siglo VI online because I was tired of paying 75$ a stogie. I ...
A: Fab, I've never dealt with topcubans so I can't comment on their authenticity. You'll have better ...
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| Am I buying rejected Cuban cigars?? | 4/22/2009 |
Q: I am living and working in Haiti, and we have a contact that gets us San Cristobals at $100/box. The ...
A: Your cigars are most likely counterfeit (fake Cuban cigars). The fact that the cigars greatly vary ...
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| Humidity AGAIN | 4/21/2009 |
Q: In my cabinet humidor there are 5 levels. Top 3 shelves read perfectly between 67% to 70% (obviously ...
A: The first thing you need to do is make sure your boxes and cigars on the 4th shelf do not tightly ...
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| Do cigars go bad? | 4/20/2009 |
Q: Can the taste or aroma or a cigar actualy dry up if its too dry for too long, or can any, ...
A: Temperature is also important because it can influence humidity which affects the cigar's flavour ...
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| bad hygrometer too much humidity | 4/18/2009 |
Q: I'm going crazy trying to get my cigars right. I bought a digital hygrometer and found out one of ...
A: OK, as I mentioned, make sure your Cigar Oasis is not crowded by cigars or humidor fixtures as that ...
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| bad hygrometer too much humidity | 4/18/2009 |
Q: I'm going crazy trying to get my cigars right. I bought a digital hygrometer and found out one of ...
A: The first thing you must do is visually inspect your cigars for any signs of mold. At prolonged ...
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| mold | 4/16/2009 |
Q: My question is i use the xikar crystal clear humidifier should i replace that because of the mold or ...
A: What you should do is thoroughly rinse your humidifier with distilled water to remove any possible ...
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| Tube Cigars Humidity Life | 4/15/2009 |
Q: I'm going out of the country for a wedding and bringing some cigars for the occasion, but won't have ...
A: Cigars in cigar tubes can stay fresh, on average, for about a week without a humidification source. ...
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| Spanish Cedar | 4/15/2009 |
Q: Hope all is well. I will be constructing a humidor for a friend and I was wondering if there are ...
A: When building a humidor, be sure to use kiln-dried Spanish cedar as it is less likely to warp and ...
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| I'm sorry I didn't get it or see it posted yet. | 4/13/2009 |
Q: James you said you answer this already I did not receive it. can you resent it to me? Also on the ...
A: Jr., I actually don't discuss mailorder sources so if you're looking to confirm the authenticity ...
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| peeling outside wrapper | 4/10/2009 |
Q: I had a Hoyo de Monterrey wrapper start to fall apart recently. The cigar has been maintained in my ...
A: Moistening a cigar with saliva or water can work (according to some people) but I have never seen a ...
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| peeling outside wrapper | 4/9/2009 |
Q: I had a Hoyo de Monterrey wrapper start to fall apart recently. The cigar has been maintained in my ...
A: Did the cigar split while you were smoking it or did it split while still in your humidor? Cigars ...
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| Davidoff Cigars & GTA Cigar Shops | 4/8/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if you knew any canadian websites that ship davidoff cigars. Also do you know any ...
A: In Toronto, try Thomas Hinds, Tobacco Haven, Cigars-4-You and Xcentrix as they all carry many Cuban ...
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| Proper Humidity Level | 4/7/2009 |
Q: James, I have a humidor half full of Cuban Cigars. My hygrometers are reading consistently between ...
A: The humidity "safe zone" is between 66%-74% so right now, your humidor's humidity level is fine. ...
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| health question | 4/6/2009 |
Q: I have been feeling a little nauceaous and light headed from smoking .... My question is : have you ...
A: Cigar sickness (ie: nausea, feeling light-headed, vomiting) has been known to usually last only a ...
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| stoage of cigars in closed boxes | 4/5/2009 |
Q: I just read your response to another cigar fan with respect to storage of cigars and have a more ...
A: 64 degrees Fahrenheit is fine. With temperature, you'll want to avoid extremely cold temperatures ...
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| stoage of cigars in closed boxes | 4/5/2009 |
Q: I just read your response to another cigar fan with respect to storage of cigars and have a more ...
A: The humidity "safe zone" is between 66%-74% humidity and 70% is considered perfect. Some people ...
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| stoage of cigars in closed boxes | 4/5/2009 |
Q: I just read your response to another cigar fan with respect to storage of cigars and have a more ...
A: It's always encouraged that you open your cigar boxes and inspect your cigars. Even though the ...
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| Habanos and aging | 4/5/2009 |
Q: I have recently started enjoying cigars since my visit to Cuba a couple months ago and I have been ...
A: All premium Cuban cigars have potential to age well. How well a cigar ages doesn't depend on the ...
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| Cubans | 3/25/2009 |
Q: Hope all is well. I have noticed while comparing my Cuban cigars to Honduran/Nicaraguan brands, ...
A: Yes, a lot of non-Cuban cigars do have an excellent construction when compared to Cuban cigars. I ...
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| Monte #2 | 3/25/2009 |
Q: What does BAS MAY 08 on the bottom of the Monte Cristo #2's mean that I just purchased? I also read ...
A: That is the production box code that explains where the cigars were made (the factory) and what ...
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| Uneven Humidity in Humidor | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I am starting out with cigars and humidors. I have two hygrometers in my humidor. The one on the ...
A: The first thing you should do is make sure both your humidifiers are not obstructed by anything ...
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| COHIBA Expendidos | 3/8/2009 |
Q: A friend of mine bought a box of the subject cigars when on a cruise. He didn't bring the cigars ...
A: A photo isn't necessary. I had a feeling that the box would have a glass-top lid. "Glass-top" ...
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| mold | 3/7/2009 |
Q: James, I made the mistake of keeping two cigars in an air tight, moist container while I waited to ...
A: As long as the mold has not spread between the layers of exposed tobacco at the foot of the cigar, ...
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| Proper Levels of Propylene Glycol | 3/7/2009 |
Q: James, I can't seem to find (anywhere) information that will help me decide how much PG to apply ...
A: The general rule of thumb is to start with a 50/50 mixture of Propylene Glycol and distilled water. ...
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| COHIBA Expendidos | 3/7/2009 |
Q: A friend of mine bought a box of the subject cigars when on a cruise. He didn't bring the cigars ...
A: Does the Cohiba Esplendido box have a clear acrylic or glass top lid? If yes, this box is ...
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| Hoyo de Monterrey | 3/5/2009 |
Q: do you know if the Petit Robusto and Epicure N°1 & 2 has the same "ligada"? If so, it's only a ...
A: Yes, Hoyo's petit robusto will indeed have a very similar blend to other premium Hoyo vitolas such ...
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| humi-pouch reusability | 3/5/2009 |
Q: I smoke cigars, occasionally, most definitely not enough to buy a humidor. I might smoke ten cigars ...
A: Yes, humi-pouches are only good for 90 days (3 months) so if your humi-pouch has already been used ...
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| Diplomáticos | 3/4/2009 |
Q: James, have you ever heard that Diplomáticos are almost the same as Montecristo? I recently tried a ...
A: Yes, Diplomaticos cigars were often compared to Montecristo because they were made in the same ...
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| Cubans in Toronto | 3/2/2009 |
Q: Hey James, hope all is going well. I recently returned from Mexico about 12 hours ago, and it ...
A: 66% is fine but be sure to monitor your humidor for the next few days to see if the humidity will ...
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| Cubans in Toronto | 2/28/2009 |
Q: Hey James, hope all is going well. I recently returned from Mexico about 12 hours ago, and it ...
A: Seasoning (priming) a humidor actually prepares the interior wood so that your humidor can absorb ...
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| Humidity level low | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I have my new 300ct humidor with my cigar oasis xl unit inside it. At first, the co xl would run ...
A: To season your humidor, you will need the following: - 1 clean, sterilized sponge (preferably brand ...
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| Humidity level low | 2/26/2009 |
Q: I have my new 300ct humidor with my cigar oasis xl unit inside it. At first, the co xl would run ...
A: First, has your humidor been seasoned yet? If no, season it now. A seasoned humidor will absorb ...
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| Cancun | 2/25/2009 |
Q: Where is best location to purchase cuban cigars is Cancun?
A: You should buy your cigars from a La Casa del Habanos (LCDH). There are LCDH shops all over the ...
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| Cigars and coffee | 2/21/2009 |
Q: I drink a bold dark coffee, usually a french roast, colombian roast, breakfast blend or any dark ...
A: I would suggest a cigar that is rich in flavour but is not too strong. A full bodied cigar would ...
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| Cubans off the truck | 2/21/2009 |
Q: I'm thinking about purchasing some Cubans and I'm wondering if there are any brands that don't ...
A: You actually don't need to age any Cuban cigar. They can be smoked immediately without aging. Aging ...
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| Cabinet humidor humidity | 2/19/2009 |
Q: In my cabinet humidor, I am having a hard time getting the humidity at the top level to stay over ...
A: Crystals/beads can definitely boost the humidity at the top level. In fact, crystals and beads are ...
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| cigars going out | 2/19/2009 |
Q: my question is when I smoke the cigars from the top shelf of the humidor they are about perfect. ...
A: You can buy Spanish cedar at most home renovation/hardware stores such as Home Depot or Lowes. You ...
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| cigars going out | 2/19/2009 |
Q: my question is when I smoke the cigars from the top shelf of the humidor they are about perfect. ...
A: Yes, you should definitely rotate your cigars at least once a month. This will allow all your ...
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| Cigarillos in a tin | 2/18/2009 |
Q: James, I'm sure you have been asked this before but.... I recently acquired some Drew Estate Kahula ...
A: Many cigarillo and cigarita cigars are small enough that they don't require humidification. These ...
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| Pirámides | 2/18/2009 |
Q: I have some questions about pirámides. What do you think about Montecristo N° 2, Vegas Robaina ...
A: I absolutely LOVE Montecristo #2, Robaina Unicos and Bolivar Belicoso Finos! Montecristo #2 is ...
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| Straight from the box ? | 2/18/2009 |
Q: James, first of all thanx for all the good advices. I'm writing from Lima-Peru... here not much ...
A: It's perfectly fine to smoke cigars straight out of the box IF they are not dry. If the cigars are ...
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| PG Solution | 2/15/2009 |
Q: I have a question regarding PG. I got a whoel keg of PG from my friend's dad works in a chemicals ...
A: Industrial-grade Propylene Glycol can be extremely pungent for your cigars as well as cause allergic ...
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| Industrial Press | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I wanted to ask if you have ever heard of Industrial Press cigars and if so if there are any still ...
A: Yes, I have heard of Industrial Press (aka "IP") cigars and they are indeed made by Drew Estate. ...
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| Cuban question | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I have a buddy going to Cuba and he is picking me up a box. The only problem is I can't decide what ...
A: Mike, Partagas Serie D 4 is fantastic if you can find a dark, oily box. Other cigars worth picking ...
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| Humidor Lid is slightly sticky now... | 2/13/2009 |
Q: James, I have been seasoning my humidor the "slow" way with only my humidifier of propylene glycol ...
A: Yes, Propylene Glycol (PG) can last a long time in a humidor and on average, will last around 2 ...
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| Humidor Lid is slightly sticky now... | 2/13/2009 |
Q: James, I have been seasoning my humidor the "slow" way with only my humidifier of propylene glycol ...
A: When your humidor is able to sit for 24 hours (with lid closed) without losing much water in the ...
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| Humidor mold low humidity | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I have a strange problem where I had mold at normal humidity (70% or so). I think I overfilled my ...
A: It's not necessary to re-season the humidor if you only remove the tray to disinfect. Disinfect the ...
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| Humidor Lid is slightly sticky now... | 2/13/2009 |
Q: James, I have been seasoning my humidor the "slow" way with only my humidifier of propylene glycol ...
A: Yes, your humidor will indeed recover from the swelling so don't worry. This is very common when ...
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| Humidor mold low humidity | 2/12/2009 |
Q: I have a strange problem where I had mold at normal humidity (70% or so). I think I overfilled my ...
A: Mold can commonly appear in a humidor when the humidity flow is obstructed inside your humidor. If ...
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| Humidors | 2/10/2009 |
Q: I am looking to buy my first humidor. I would like to spend between £100 - £150. Is this a fair ...
A: £100 - £150 for a desktop humidor is very reasonable. Adorini is a good brand but there are ...
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| looking for metal cigar tubes | 2/10/2009 |
Q: I am a pre-service teacher badly in need of used (or even new if cheap) metal cigar tubes for a ...
A: I don't have access to empty cigar tubes at the moment but if you contact local cigar stores and ...
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| Hoja Cigars | 2/9/2009 |
Q: James- I have been trying to find someone who sells Hoja yellow label cigars and have yet to ...
A: Andrew, Here are two websites that Google found for me: http://www.bighumidor.com/products.cfm ...
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| Hoja Cigars | 2/9/2009 |
Q: James- I have been trying to find someone who sells Hoja yellow label cigars and have yet to ...
A: I haven't smoked Hoja cigars in many years but I do know that they are manufactured by Universal ...
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| Building a humidor | 2/7/2009 |
Q: My brother is going to be my bestman in my wedding and wanted to build him a humidor. I knew that ...
A: Yes, when building a humidor, never use American Red cedar. American Red cedar is actually more ...
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| Temp/Humidity | 2/6/2009 |
Q: I have a humidor with approximately 45 cigars in it. I have built a bar in my basement and want to ...
A: You may want to consider using an electronic humidifier in your humidor such as a Cigar Oasis ...
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| Quality Humidor!!! | 2/5/2009 |
Q: Mr.Lee, How are you? I'm looking into purchasing a good humidor(large ...
A: There's literally hundreds of different humidor designs ranging anywhere between $100-$2,500+ ...
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| Spanish cedar/mahogany cedar | 1/24/2009 |
Q: Last question then im off to Cuba! I recently purchased a cabinet style humidor. When I purchased ...
A: Mahogany is actually the second best choice for a wood in a humidor. If a humidor builder can't ...
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| Even humidity | 1/23/2009 |
Q: I have a humidor that it about 14"X20"X12" high. I have had it farly full of cigars for 18 months or ...
A: Yes, humidors do function better if the humidification device is placed at the bottom of the ...
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| Even humidity | 1/23/2009 |
Q: I have a humidor that it about 14"X20"X12" high. I have had it farly full of cigars for 18 months or ...
A: A Cigar Oasis is more than capable of humidifying your entire humidor so it's not necessary to add a ...
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| Electric humidifier | 1/22/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased an air king (holmes) humidifier very slightly used for my large cabinet ...
A: If you continue to use tap water in the humidifier, the humidifier may develop a chalky residue in ...
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| Vintage cuban cigars | 1/21/2009 |
Q: .. Why is it that most vintage cuban cigars that are for sale come from the years 2000 and 2001? ...
A: It's really a matter of opinion. Some people do prefer not to purchase cigars from a certain year ...
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| cohiba double coronas edicion limitada 2003 | 1/21/2009 |
Q: I recently acquired a box of these, I have compared the double bands and they appear to be ...
A: It's hard to tell whether or not these cigars are genuine based on description alone. ...
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| Sealing a humidor | 1/21/2009 |
Q: I bought a cabinet humidor that fits approx. 1000 cigars. I would like to seal the corners though ...
A: OK, if you're worried about cooking odors entering the humidor and just want to patch up the gaps, a ...
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| Sealing a humidor | 1/21/2009 |
Q: I bought a cabinet humidor that fits approx. 1000 cigars. I would like to seal the corners though ...
A: Has the cabinet been prepped (seasoned) yet? If not, season the humidor first and see if it manages ...
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| Dry Montecristo Tubos | 1/21/2009 |
Q: Hey James, I just got two Montecristo Habana Tubos as a gift and they appear to be somewhat ...
A: A dry cigar can split but it's usually uncommon. Dry cigars are more likely to split if they are ...
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| Dry Montecristo Tubos | 1/21/2009 |
Q: Hey James, I just got two Montecristo Habana Tubos as a gift and they appear to be somewhat ...
A: Rehydrating dry cigars is extremely easy and you can restore these cigars to perfect smoking ...
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| Humidifier maintenance | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I have notices some white fuzz on the edges of my paradigm humidifier and was wondering what to do ...
A: It's very possible that the substance could be plume/bloom but it's not very common to find plume on ...
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| Humidifier maintenance | 1/19/2009 |
Q: I have notices some white fuzz on the edges of my paradigm humidifier and was wondering what to do ...
A: If the white mold is only on the outside of the humidifier housing, what you can do is wipe the ...
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| Humidor isnt holding Humidity | 1/18/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased a Humidor on Ebay. I thought I was getting a great deal. It is a 120 ct ...
A: OK, it's definitely better to return the humidor for a refund then repair it yourself and void the ...
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| Humidor isnt holding Humidity | 1/18/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased a Humidor on Ebay. I thought I was getting a great deal. It is a 120 ct ...
A: OK, it's definitely better to return the humidor for a refund then repair it yourself and void the ...
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| Drymistat | 1/18/2009 |
Q: Happy New Year James. I'm trying to increase the humidity in my humidor. I currently have 2 round ...
A: Yes, it's perfectly fine to combine a drymistat with your regular humidification devices. A lot of ...
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| wrappers | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I am wondering why , not always but sometimes when I cut my cigar the wrapper cracks down toward the ...
A: This is somewhat of a common thing. Usually when this happens, it's because the cigar is either A/ ...
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| Humidor isnt holding Humidity | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased a Humidor on Ebay. I thought I was getting a great deal. It is a 120 ct ...
A: With your cigars starting to "explode", it's best to quickly move them to a proper storage ...
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| Humidor. | 1/16/2009 |
Q: I cannot get the temp above 50% on my box. I have those crystal gels in a jar and a humidor inside ...
A: There could be one or several reasons why the humidity in your humidor is too low. First, check to ...
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| hygrometers/humidors | 1/16/2009 |
Q: I recently bought an expensive Brigham humidor (about 100/150 capacity) and cannot get readings on ...
A: The first step is to make sure that your hygrometer is properly configured. Even though most ...
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| Cohiba 40th Anniversary Cigar | 1/14/2009 |
Q: I bought a cigar today, and when I asked for a Cohiba Corona, I expected a Dominican "Red Dot" but ...
A: The only Cuban Cohiba 40th Anniversary cigar is indeed the Behike which measures 7 1/2 x 52 and is ...
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| Cuba and credit cards | 1/14/2009 |
Q: Last time I was in Cuba I used my credit card to purchase cigars. Is there any increase in price due ...
A: No, I don't think there is any increase in paying with your credit card. Whether you pay in CUC or ...
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| in-duct humidifiers | 1/14/2009 |
Q: My 150 count humidor is only maintaining about 63 percent humidity and about 69 degress F. Im ...
A: Adding an in-duct humidification system to your home to improve the overall humidity level can ...
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| Varadero | 1/12/2009 |
Q: Welcome back and happy new year! Going to Varadero month end. I know of LCDH at plaza las americas ...
A: The cigar store at the Plaza La Americas mall is nice. It's always got a great selection of cigars ...
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| Low Humidity in Humidor | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I was given a 50 cigar humidor as a gift and went through all the process of seasoning it. I wiped ...
A: It's possible that the humidor has construction defects or damage that may constantly cause the ...
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| Cigar Humidification System | 1/11/2009 |
Q: I am looking to purchase a 300ct humidor soon and am undecided on which humidifier to purchase for ...
A: For a 300-count humidor, the Cigar Oasis XL should be perfectly fine. The XL Plus is designed for ...
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| Cigar Humidification System | 1/11/2009 |
Q: I am looking to purchase a 300ct humidor soon and am undecided on which humidifier to purchase for ...
A: Of the two, I would personally recommend Cigar Oasis. Le Veil humidifiers were really good (ie: best ...
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| Isabela Miami cigars | 1/11/2009 |
Q: I just smoked an Isabela robusto from miami Florida in an awesome cigar store in Brookfield called ...
A: I've never heard of or seen "Isabela" cigar before so it's either a new brand that just came out or ...
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| freezing cigars | 1/8/2009 |
Q: James, one last question. This beetle saga continues...now what can I expect in performance, ...
A: Long term freezing of your cigars is never good but short term freezing to stop a beetle outbreak is ...
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| tobacco beetle | 1/7/2009 |
Q: Beetles; what action to take. Guess what I found...one live beetle in a large desktop humidor and ...
A: No, not all cigars are guaranteed to have tobacco beetle eggs inside them. In fact, most cigars ...
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| tobacco beetle | 1/7/2009 |
Q: Beetles; what action to take. Guess what I found...one live beetle in a large desktop humidor and ...
A: Yes, high humidity (75% humidity or higher) will lead to mold growth while high temperatures (75 ...
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| tobacco beetle | 1/7/2009 |
Q: Beetles; what action to take. Guess what I found...one live beetle in a large desktop humidor and ...
A: Good work, just keep the cigars in your freezer for 48 hours. This will kill any tobacco beetles ...
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| Bad tasting cigars | 1/6/2009 |
Q: I live in Pittsburgh, PA, it's winter and the air in my house is at 50%RH, temparatures range from ...
A: I actually prefer to use cellulose polymer humidifiers such as crystals, beads and gel pillows ...
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| Bad tasting cigars | 1/6/2009 |
Q: I live in Pittsburgh, PA, it's winter and the air in my house is at 50%RH, temparatures range from ...
A: An unusual taste in your cigars can usually be attributed to too much propylene glycol (or 50/50 ...
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| humidor humidity and temp | 1/6/2009 |
Q: James, I have just purchased and seasoned my new Siglo humidor. In the 48 hours since I seasoned ...
A: Usually, a seasoned humidor should be able to create 70% humidity without any problems but sometimes ...
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| Hoyo de Monterrey | 1/5/2009 |
Q: Which Hoyo de Monterrey Habana cigar is closest to a 6" by 50 ring (typically, a Toro)? Same ...
A: These are the Cuban Hoyo de Monterrey cigars closest to the 6x50 toro size: Épicure No. 1 - 5 5/8" ...
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| Humidor Question - Humidity Level | 1/2/2009 |
Q: I just purchased a humidor (for my husband) from Cuban Crafters and it holds approximately 120 ...
A: The addition of cigars to the humidor - especially dry cigars - can temporarily absorb all the ...
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| can't find | 1/1/2009 |
Q: S. and I have searched the internet all over the country. They are a Dominican cigar and no one ...
A: Andrew, If the distributor has gone out of business, it will be extremely hard to track these ...
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| can't find | 1/1/2009 |
Q: S. and I have searched the internet all over the country. They are a Dominican cigar and no one ...
A: I don't think these are sold in Canada as well so you will have to find out the name of the parent ...
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| Ring gauge puch cut. | 1/1/2009 |
Q: What ring gauge are most punch cutters? Do they make bigger ones? What is the biggest ring suggested ...
A: The size of a punch cutter is usually around 25-29 ring gauge which is approximately the ...
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| Temp VS humidity table | 12/31/2008 |
Q: I read this table on your forum temperature Relative Humidity 60 - 79%-80% 61 - ...
A: The variable humidity theory is no longer supported by cigar smokers because it is flawed. Cigars ...
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| Broken Humidor Tray | 12/31/2008 |
Q: James, I just purchased a Humidor with trays, during the seasoning of said humidor one of the trays ...
A: What you can do is use a zero-fume, waterproof carpenter's glue to repair the tray. Be sure to let ...
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| front mount hygrometer | 12/30/2008 |
Q: I recently won a humidor and box of cigars during a recent Macanudo 1968 promotion. The humidor has ...
A: It really depends on the size of the holes. If they're really small pin holes, they may not be ...
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| Ltd. Edition Cigars | 12/30/2008 |
Q: There seems to be more and more Ltd. edition Cuban cigars being released. What is your opinion about ...
A: I'm a big fan of limited edition cuban cigars and love everything from regular Edicion Limitadas to ...
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| front mount hygrometer | 12/29/2008 |
Q: I recently won a humidor and box of cigars during a recent Macanudo 1968 promotion. The humidor has ...
A: Humidors with a front-mounted hygrometer is always complicated because these hygrometers usually ...
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| New Humidor Set-Up | 12/28/2008 |
Q: I have recently purchased a new 120 count humidor and want to ask a question regarding setup. I did ...
A: Seasoning a new humidor by applying distilled water to the interior is recommended because it ...
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| Cigar mold? or is it bloom? | 12/23/2008 |
Q: I must not be doing something right. No matter what I do, Mold reappears not in my humidor, but just ...
A: Juda, If you can see mold between the leaves, you may have to throw the cigars away. :( Once mold ...
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| Monte #2 | 12/23/2008 |
Q: I received a box of monte #2 for xmas and i was wondering if authentic. The box does have the ...
A: A dress box without a boxcode is pretty suspicious. If the cigars are genuine, it's possible that ...
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| Cigar mold? or is it bloom? | 12/23/2008 |
Q: I must not be doing something right. No matter what I do, Mold reappears not in my humidor, but just ...
A: If the mold reappeared on the cigars, then the cigars still have mold particles on them so you will ...
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| Preparing a Travel Humidor | 12/23/2008 |
Q: I purchased a Craftsmen's Bench "Passport" humidor for my husband for Christmas. I want to put a ...
A: Preparing your husband's humidor (also known as "seasoning") is very simple. First, you need to ...
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| cigar glass tubes | 12/23/2008 |
Q: i just bought a box of cigars with glass tubes and i wanted to know if it is alright to keep them ...
A: It really depends on the type of cap that the glass tubes have. If the cap is plastic or cork, it's ...
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| can't find | 12/22/2008 |
Q: I am having a difficult time finding Mendez Lopez exclusivos or Carbonell corona's in the United ...
A: I'm not sure where you are located in the US but what you can do is check with local cigar stores ...
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| Gurkha Grand Reserve | 12/20/2008 |
Q: I am a big fan of the Gurkha Grand reserve. I have noticed different color wax seals on the tubes. ...
A: I've been told that the different coloured wax corresponds to the different sizes/models of Gurkha ...
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| cigar smoking | 12/19/2008 |
Q: What is the proper way to smoke a cigar? Does it include blowing some of the smoke through your nose ...
A: There's actually two ways of smoking a cigar. For beginners, it's encouraged that you do not inhale ...
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| walk in humidor | 12/18/2008 |
Q:
A: I'm not familiar with the UK region but if you're looking to build either a commercial or personal ...
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| Seal on new humidor | 12/18/2008 |
Q: Mr. Lee, I recently purchased my first humidor at a local, reputable cigar shop about a week ago. ...
A: Though this gap isn't causing your humidor any problems right now, it is possible that it may cause ...
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| new humidor | 12/18/2008 |
Q: my humidifier and hydrometer. After about four hours my hydrometer is still hovering between 40 and ...
A: Usually it's very quick for the humidity to climb and stabilize at 70% so if your humidor's humidity ...
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| Storing cigars | 12/17/2008 |
Q: Is it better to leave cigars that come in glass tubes in the tubes when placing in the humidor or ...
A: The cap on most glass cigar tubes are not 100% airtight so it's perfectly fine to leave the cigars ...
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| humidity | 12/16/2008 |
Q: Lee, I have purchased the wooden box humidifier with two sponges in a plastic box. I filled the ...
A: To use your humidor properly, you will first need to season it. To season it, use a clean spray ...
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| Cohibas Esplendidos | 12/16/2008 |
Q: A colleague of mine has a Cuban friend who brought a 25 box of Cohibas Esplendidos from a holiday in ...
A: Don't worry, all dry cigars can still be rehydrated. After two months without proper storage, those ...
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| The Beginners Book | 12/14/2008 |
Q: When will it be available (and where)? cheers, p
A: I'm still busy working away on the book and making sure I haven't missed any crucial information ...
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| Adding a cup of d.water in humidor | 12/12/2008 |
Q: I have added a shot glass of distilled water in my humidor in hopes of raising the humidity and it ...
A: Placing a glass of distilled water in your humidor is perfectly fine but because a glass can ...
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| Humidors AGAIN!! | 12/11/2008 |
Q: James, I'm sure by now you are fed up of the humidor questions!!! but that wont stop me from asking ...
A: If two humidification devices, 5 humi-pillows and a recent re-seasoning still can't boost your ...
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| Winter humidity problems | 12/10/2008 |
Q: I live in northern illinois and am having problems keeping my humidity over 62% (i prefer 68%). I ...
A: Yes, it's pretty common for humidors to have problems maintaining humidity during the winter months ...
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| Humidors again | 12/6/2008 |
Q: as always thanks for taking the time to answer me. I followed your advice as best I could in ...
A: To answer your questions: A/ Seasoning a large cabinet humidor is no different than seasoning a ...
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| aging cubans and cigars | 12/6/2008 |
Q: James, couple of questions; A) why is it that cigars from Cuba are by far the cigar of choice to lay ...
A: Yes, bloom is another name for plume. How much plume/bloom a cigar develops depends on how oily the ...
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| aging cubans and cigars | 12/5/2008 |
Q: James, couple of questions; A) why is it that cigars from Cuba are by far the cigar of choice to lay ...
A: To answer your questions: A/ Cuban cigars are more popular for aging because these cigars typically ...
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| Cuban Cigars | 12/5/2008 |
Q: Is there such a thing as a 40 Aniversario Cohiba in a double corona? Just wondering, thanks ...
A: Greg, The only Cohiba double corona I can recall is the Edicion Limitada. Cohiba's 40th ...
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| Cuban Cigars | 12/5/2008 |
Q: Is there such a thing as a 40 Aniversario Cohiba in a double corona? Just wondering, thanks
A: Cohiba's 40th Anniversario cigar is actually called a "Behike". It is often mistaken for a double ...
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| Humidor humidity | 12/4/2008 |
Q: I have a Venitian style humidor. I have a digi hygrometer that is usually placed in the top shelf ...
A: It's possible that your humidor needs to re-seasoned but first, re-arrange your cigars and see if ...
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| cuban fakes | 12/4/2008 |
Q: I just received a box of Upmann #2's and they are about the ugliest cigar I have seen since a guy ...
A: Some premium Cuban cigar boxes don't have this wax paper strip. If your Upmann #2s are from a cedar ...
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| cuban fakes | 12/3/2008 |
Q: I just received a box of Upmann #2's and they are about the ugliest cigar I have seen since a guy ...
A: It sounds like the cigars are fake. I've seen genuine premium Cuban cigars that are not "picture ...
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| humidore mistake | 12/2/2008 |
Q: I'm new into cigars. I just purchased a humidore. I recently just cured it and made a mistake.I ...
A: Don't worry, your humidor is not in any danger. Even though you used filtered water, it won't be a ...
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| deciding on a large or small humidor | 12/2/2008 |
Q: I am relatively new to cigar smoking and find myself eenjoying many different brands and styles. My ...
A: I've never dealt with them before so I can't say whether or not they're authentic. Also, just to ...
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| deciding on a large or small humidor | 12/2/2008 |
Q: I am relatively new to cigar smoking and find myself eenjoying many different brands and styles. My ...
A: Buying a humidor cabinet is a major purchase and investment so you should try to visit a cigar store ...
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| Going to Cuba and looking for some ideas | 12/2/2008 |
Q: I'm new to this site and am very impressed by its content, especially the good advice you have given ...
A: Glad you enjoyed Cuba! You brought back a good haul! I'm not sure where you can find Propylene ...
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| Cohiba Siglo III box | 12/2/2008 |
Q: James, I just bought a box of Cohiba Siglo III's from an Internet retailer who I did extensive ...
A: Normally, genuine Cuban seals, bands and labels can be stolen or recycled by counterfeiters so even ...
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| deciding on a large or small humidor | 12/1/2008 |
Q: I am relatively new to cigar smoking and find myself eenjoying many different brands and styles. My ...
A: Whichever humidor you upgrade to really depends on your own personal preference. I personally think ...
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| Cohiba Esplendidos revival | 11/30/2008 |
Q: James, my wife recently showed me a box of Cohiba Esplendidos from Haban Cuba that was given to her ...
A: Unfortunately, they are indeed counterfeit. Genuine Cuban Cohiba has never made glass-top boxed ...
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| Cohiba Esplendidos revival | 11/30/2008 |
Q: James, my wife recently showed me a box of Cohiba Esplendidos from Haban Cuba that was given to her ...
A: Yes, your dry cigars can definitely be restored. To re-hydrate your cigars, you will need to let ...
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| Acrylic Humidor Jar help | 11/28/2008 |
Q: Hey James, So I'm a novice cigar smoker yet I am completely loving the culture of cigar smoking. I ...
A: What you can do is use a clean spray bottle. Simply spray the cedar lining with distilled water, ...
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| Travel Humidor | 11/28/2008 |
Q: James, Thanks for your last answer on the acrylic humidor. In regards to travel humidors, i know ...
A: Those foam, "strongbox"-type travel humidors are actually great for "rugged travel". They hold ...
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| new humidor | 11/28/2008 |
Q: i just bought a 50ct humidor from a fairly reputable retailer, i also had them season it for me ...
A: If the humidor was purchased and seasoned within the past week, you will need to let your humidor ...
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| Acrylic Humidor Jar help | 11/27/2008 |
Q: Hey James, So I'm a novice cigar smoker yet I am completely loving the culture of cigar smoking. I ...
A: First of all, welcome to cigars and cigar smoking. I hope you have fun and enjoy many good cigars ...
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| Cigar Fragrance | 11/27/2008 |
Q: I have noticed (in about 5 out of 50 or 100 sticks) a peculiar fragrance/taste in cuban cigars ...
A: It's hard to pin-point the exact cause of this peculiar taste/smell but the most common causes is ...
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| new to the cigar education | 11/26/2008 |
Q: Yee, I am 27 years old and have purchased my first humidor, it was a fairly inexpensive piece and I ...
A: First, welcome to the wonderful world of cigars and cigar smoking. I hope you really enjoy it. To ...
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| Cigar softness | 11/26/2008 |
Q: James, I'm wondering if my cigars should feel "harder" after sitting in my humidor for several ...
A: A drop in humidity is quite common during winter months as the humidor has a harder time maintaining ...
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| Cigar softness | 11/24/2008 |
Q: James, I'm wondering if my cigars should feel "harder" after sitting in my humidor for several ...
A: This is perfectly normal and common with premium handmade cigars. Not all cigars are made the same ...
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| humidor swings and cigar storage | 11/24/2008 |
Q: I have two well made, larger desk top humidors. On average I have 60+ cigars in 'storage'. Swings in ...
A: To answer your questions: A/ A 1-in-5 ratio isn't uncommon with premium, handmade cigars. Most ...
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| humidor swings and cigar storage | 11/23/2008 |
Q: I have two well made, larger desk top humidors. On average I have 60+ cigars in 'storage'. Swings in ...
A: Your humidity is slightly high at 75% and this is more than enough for cigar mold to appear. Cigar ...
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| Cubanos in Jamaica | 11/20/2008 |
Q: Just returned from Jamaica where I purchased a small assortment of Cuban (as far as I can determine) ...
A: I'm not too familiar with cigar stores in Jamaica but what I can do is provide you with the ...
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| humidity levels | 11/16/2008 |
Q: First,Thanks for your answers in the past, been a big help. I have couple of questions. As I ...
A: Even though your humidity level fluctuates in your wine cooler, it's still within the tolerable ...
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| Cuban cigars in the Dominican | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I have a friend going to the Dominican and he is going to bring me back some cigars. I prefer Cubans ...
A: Yes, genuine Cuban cigars can be found in the Dominican Republic and to make sure that your friend ...
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| Cigar's!!! | 11/14/2008 |
Q: Is there a non-cuban cigar out that is almost equivalant in taste to a to a cuban cigar?
A: Unfortunately, there are no non-Cuban cigars that taste 100% identical to Cuban cigars. However, ...
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| Info on Cuban Cigars | 11/13/2008 |
Q: Yee, I will be traveling to Grand Cayman in a few weeks and would like information/tips on Cuban ...
A: Cuban cigars generally have a heavier and more spicy flavour while most non-Cuban cigars are more ...
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| Cigar mold? or is it bloom? | 11/12/2008 |
Q: I must not be doing something right. No matter what I do, Mold reappears not in my humidor, but just ...
A: Cigar mold is typically thick and fuzzy in appearance and will grow in random patches that can ...
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| Cuban mail order | 11/12/2008 |
Q: Try a number of cubans purchased from tobacconists in Canada. I used two mail orders one which is ...
A: When ordering cigars via mailorder, it's not uncommon to receive damaged or flawed cigars. While ...
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| Humidor and Cigars | 11/11/2008 |
Q: Two questions.... 1. Where can i get good spanish cedar for my humidor I am making? 2. what do you ...
A: Spanish cedar is usually available at most lumber yards that carry a wide range of domestic and ...
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| Duty-free cuban cigars | 11/9/2008 |
Q: James - I know you don't evaluate mailorder sites, so I hope this question does not fit this ...
A: A lot of questionable Cuban cigar retailers - whether it's a mailorder company/website or an actual ...
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| long lasting cigars | 11/6/2008 |
Q: i have a cohiba siglo 6 cigar and its still in the tin and the tin is sealed by the looks of it, i ...
A: Yes, you can purchase humi-pouches at most cigar stores and if you prefer not to buy a humidor yet, ...
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| how long can a cigar last | 11/6/2008 |
Q: i have a cohiba siglo 6 cigar and its still in the tin and the tin is sealed by the looks of it, i ...
A: All cigars, even those in cigar tubes, plastic cellophane wrappers and cigar boxes, can only last a ...
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| Temperature fluctuations | 11/6/2008 |
Q: I am having a hrd time keeping a consistent temperature in my humidor this time of year. It varies ...
A: You will definitely need to relocate your humidor now to the coolest room possible in your condo. ...
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| Temperature fluctuations | 11/4/2008 |
Q: I am having a hrd time keeping a consistent temperature in my humidor this time of year. It varies ...
A: Even though the temperature in your humidor fluctuates this time of the year, it's still within the ...
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| Fake Cubanos | 11/4/2008 |
Q: In a couple of days,I'm going to Puerto Vallarta for a week. If I buy at La Casa del Habano can I be ...
A: All La Casa del Habanos (LCDH) stores are supplied by distributors that are personally authorized by ...
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| temperature | 11/4/2008 |
Q: my digital thermometer reads 74.1 degrees and 71% humidity, shoul d be worried?
A: At 71%, your humidor's humidity level is fine but your temperature level is slightly high at 74.1 ...
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| cigar beetles | 10/30/2008 |
Q: I recently got a box of cigars from a friend. His dad brought them back from I think Cuba. I am ...
A: It definitely sounds like you have a box of counterfeit Cohibas. Cohiba doesn't package any of ...
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| travel humidor 4 box's | 10/30/2008 |
Q: I want to go abroad and buy some boxs(3-4) of cigars and was thinking what i could put my boxs in to ...
A: What you can do to keep your cigars humidified is to store them in humi-pouches. Humi-pouches will ...
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| mold on humidifier element | 10/28/2008 |
Q: i just checked the element pad in my new humidor which has been in use for roughly two months, and ...
A: Sometimes a small trace of residual bacteria (such as a dirty fingerprint mark) is more than enough ...
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| Plume or Mold? | 10/23/2008 |
Q: So I can back form Cuba and bought 4 boxes of cigars. Cohiba Robustos, 2 boxes of San Cristobal La ...
A: The white mold-like substance on your cigars is not a true cigar mold but instead, is a form of ...
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| Going to Cuba and looking for some ideas | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I'm new to this site and am very impressed by its content, especially the good advice you have given ...
A: There's a great cigar store in the Plaza Las Americas mall. It's got a huge selection of cigars and ...
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| Going to Cuba and looking for some ideas | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I'm new to this site and am very impressed by its content, especially the good advice you have given ...
A: One great Cuban cigar brand you should look for is Punch. Punch is not available in Canada (due the ...
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| Re soring cigars | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I have a question regarding the storing of cigars. I am planning on going on a cruise in about six ...
A: Good news: Your cigars are not in any danger. Short-term refrigeration will not damage your cigars ...
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| First Humidor | 10/20/2008 |
Q: I am a budding cigar aficionado (just starting out) and i am looking at a 200 count cigar humidor ...
A: Beginner humidors usually cost between $100 to $250 but if you feel comfortable spending a certain ...
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| paper cigar boxes | 10/19/2008 |
Q: I recently bought some Trinidad Reyes I bought 5 packs of 5 instead of a box of 25 and saved some ...
A: There is no difference in the cigars but the cigar packaging can vary. Some of these cigars for ...
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| Humidor smell | 10/17/2008 |
Q: Ok, so a buddy of mine who is a novice cigar smoker, decided to save a half smoked cigar for the ...
A: The easiest method to eliminate that half-smoked cigar smell from your humidor is to use an ...
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| full-bodied cigars | 10/8/2008 |
Q: I have two questions. I would like to gain a better understanding of what makes a cigar full-bodied ...
A: The strength of a cigar depends entirely on the type of filler tobacco used, the age of the filler ...
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| cigar business | 10/7/2008 |
Q: This is a follow up from previous concerns, my names nav i think ull know which one I am, So I am ...
A: Starting and maintaining a cigar store/lounge can indeed be very expensive but if you have a ...
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| humidor humidity | 10/7/2008 |
Q: "Thank You in advance, I have a Montegue cabinet humidor. I have a large collection of cigars and ...
A: Several people have contacted me before with the exact same problem and algae-like symptoms and how ...
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| wine cigar bar & lounge | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I want to start a business selling cuban cigars, with a seperate lounging room that also features a ...
A: For a cigar store with a walk-in humidor, stockroom, lounge, washrooms and office, 4000 to 8000 ...
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| Cigar Knoweldge | 10/6/2008 |
Q: Mr. Yee, I will be retiring in three years and I want to start a Cigar Business; Lounge/Retail. I've ...
A: I'm not sure if there are any seminars on operating a cigar business but what you can do is visit ...
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| wine cigar bar & lounge | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I want to start a business selling cuban cigars, with a seperate lounging room that also features a ...
A: Having a cigar lounge can be a great idea if you thoroughly research the idea and take the necessary ...
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| hygrometer??? | 10/5/2008 |
Q: I did the salt test on 2 hygrometers(west calibor&madaline) in the same tupperware and after about ...
A: It's hard to tell why your hygrometers have different readings without looking at your setup but ...
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| Humidor maintenance | 10/4/2008 |
Q: I have an Elie Bleu humidor. I brought it from Canada to Israel after it had not been used for a ...
A: The first thing you must do is make sure that your hygrometer is 100% accurate. Re-check your ...
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| San Cristobal del la Habana | 10/1/2008 |
Q: James, What is the closest nonCuban smoke to a San Cristobal de la Habana? I had this cigar while ...
A: It's hard to find a non-Cuban counterpart for most Cuban cigars. For San Cristobal, I would ...
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| Cigar humidor | 9/29/2008 |
Q: Yee, My humidor is brand new. It is a constant 76% humidity. Can't seem to get it at a constant ...
A: Check your digital hygrometer to make sure that it is working properly. Some digital hygrometers ...
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| humidor | 9/29/2008 |
Q: For the past 2 years when I travel I find myself buying Cuban cigars to bring home to keep for ...
A: If you frequently purchase cigars or prefer to save your cigars for special occasions, it's best to ...
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| Humidor maintenance | 9/27/2008 |
Q: James, I recently purchased a humidor - 100 ct - and spent the better part of the week "seasoning" ...
A: Check the humidification device and see if it much of the water has evaporated or not. If it has, ...
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| CIGAR HUMIDOR | 9/26/2008 |
Q: I recently built a red cedar lined humidor about 2-3 months ago and due to the nature of the cedar ...
A: Yes, you should change the cedar lining in your humidor immediately. Prolonged exposure to red ...
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| aging cigars | 9/24/2008 |
Q: i made a nice humidor from a good beer cooler. i'm buying boxes of very good cubans and some very ...
A: When aging cigars, it's always best to just leave the cigars in their original boxes as is. The ...
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| Mold Problem | 9/24/2008 |
Q: A couple of weeks ago I noticed mold on a few of my cigars and in my humidor. I did some research on ...
A: Good news, it's possible to save your humidor. Because mold reappeared in the exact spot as before, ...
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| Beetles | 9/23/2008 |
Q: Just a quick one here. Tobacco beetles. If one of my cigars in my box are infected (meaning the ...
A: If beetles from one cigar in a box appear, it's possible that there are other beetles in the other ...
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| Temp and humidor | 9/22/2008 |
Q: My hunidor this weekend (my fault, forgot to close the shutters) hit a temperature of 76 degrees for ...
A: It takes prolonged exposure - usually takes 2-3 days - of high temperatures for tobacco beetle eggs ...
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| must smoke cigar | 9/21/2008 |
Q: James, thank you for your answer to my last few questions. It turned out I didn't really have a ...
A: I'm glad to hear that you don't have a mold problem. :) As for "must try" cigars, if you are ...
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| Cigars splitting!!! Help | 9/21/2008 |
Q: James, I have a 300ct humidor which I bought aprox 1 month ago see attached pic. I replaced the ...
A: If you add more slots on the shelves and add an electronic humidifier, your humidor will definitely ...
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| Cigars splitting!!! Help | 9/21/2008 |
Q: James, I have a 300ct humidor which I bought aprox 1 month ago see attached pic. I replaced the ...
A: The reason why your cigars are splitting is because the humidity is either too high in your entire ...
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| Humidor maintenance | 9/21/2008 |
Q: James, I recently purchased a humidor - 100 ct - and spent the better part of the week "seasoning" ...
A: It usually doesn't take long for the humidity to recover after you've closed your humidor. It also ...
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| Humidor maintenance | 9/21/2008 |
Q: James, I recently purchased a humidor - 100 ct - and spent the better part of the week "seasoning" ...
A: Don't worry, it's perfectly normal for the humidity to slightly drop whenever you open your humidor ...
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| Monte #4's | 9/19/2008 |
Q: There is this place I've been buying cigars from here in Canada,they have a sale on a lot of there ...
A: I haven't heard of any major problems with Monte #4s in recent years so I'm not sure if there's ...
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| Winter Maintenance | 9/16/2008 |
Q: I was curious about humidor maintenance in during the winter season. Inside my humidor there is an ...
A: Humidor maintenance during the winter months is ideally the same as humidor maintenance during the ...
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| high humidity levels | 9/15/2008 |
Q: I have recently purchased a Adorini Humidor, i have read all the instructions and followed them to ...
A: If your hygrometer is fine and your humidity is just too high, you will need to add Propylene Glycol ...
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| Lighters | 9/15/2008 |
Q: What lighters are the most popular for cigar smoking? Do you have any experience of thoughts on ...
A: Cigar smokers will generally use both traditional flame and torch lighters. Traditional flame ...
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| high humidity levels | 9/13/2008 |
Q: I have recently purchased a Adorini Humidor, i have read all the instructions and followed them to ...
A: Cellulose/acryl polymer-based humidification devices can usually require a few days for the humidity ...
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| Antique cigars | 9/10/2008 |
Q: A few years ago my granddad passed away and we have since sat on his his small left-over collection ...
A: That sounds like a great collection of cigars. To answer your question, there is always a market ...
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| Dry Cigars | 9/8/2008 |
Q: I was given some fine cigars as a gift; however, the cigars were not kept in a humidor and ...
A: Dry cigars with extreme peeling must be repaired first before rehumidifying them (otherwise they'll ...
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| aging cigars | 9/7/2008 |
Q: I have 2 small humidors (50 ct). I keep my Dominican sticks in one and my Honduran sticks in the ...
A: It's perfectly fine to use your existing humidors to age cigars. Some people however, prefer to ...
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| Seasoning Old Humidor | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 10yr old humidor that I have season 4 -5 times over the years with regular tap water. It ...
A: The first thing you should do is thoroughly vacuum your humidor interior with a soft bristle ...
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| rh | 9/5/2008 |
Q: can i leave it open until it drops? my house is the same temp in almost every room. ANSWER: Hi ...
A: Your humidor is having a hard time maintaining humidity so re-season your humidor again and this ...
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| rh | 9/5/2008 |
Q: can i leave it open until it drops? my house is the same temp in almost every room. ANSWER: Hi ...
A: Ben, Has your humidor been seasoned yet? If yes, you may need to re-season it. 3 humidification ...
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| Inhale cigar smoke | 9/4/2008 |
Q: Saw one of your previous posts about beginners not inhaling cigar smoke as that is for more ...
A: Yes, I usually prefer to inhale the cigar smoke, especially for large cigars with extremely rich ...
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| rh | 9/4/2008 |
Q: can i leave it open until it drops? my house is the same temp in almost every room.
A: Leaving your humidor open might not work and can compromise the humidity. Do you have a basement? ...
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| smokig | 9/4/2008 |
Q: one more question, should the cigar be glowing red when the ash falls off which is usually around ...
A: Give your humidor a few days for the humidity to stabilize. Like Propylene Glycol, beads, crystals ...
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| beginner | 9/3/2008 |
Q: I'm a new cigar enthusiast but my problem is that i don't know where to start. there is no reputable ...
A: I'm not sure if you have access to Cuban cigars so I'll list both mild Cuban and non-Cuban cigar ...
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| beginner | 9/3/2008 |
Q: I'm a new cigar enthusiast but my problem is that i don't know where to start. there is no reputable ...
A: I would be happy to answer any questions that you may have on cigars and cigar smoking. I'm not ...
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| Humidors and Tap water | 9/3/2008 |
Q: James, I just purchased a new humidor to add to the collection. During the charging process I ...
A: In a un-humidified environment, a box of cellophane-wrapped cigars should keep for about 1-2 weeks ...
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| smokig | 9/3/2008 |
Q: one more question, should the cigar be glowing red when the ash falls off which is usually around ...
A: Crystal Gel, or any type of cellulose polymer-based humidification device (ie: beads, crystals, gel ...
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| Cohiba Esplendidos | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I have recently returned from a sailing trip in the BVI. Whilst in transit from Antigua to Tortola ...
A: Based on your description, these Cohiba cigars are definitely counterfeit. Cohiba is the iconic, ...
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| Humidors and Tap water | 9/2/2008 |
Q: James, I just purchased a new humidor to add to the collection. During the charging process I ...
A: If you used tap water only once to season your humidor and recharge your humidification device, it ...
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| Humidors and Tap water | 9/2/2008 |
Q: James, I recently purchased a new humidor to add to my collection. I am fairly new to all of this, ...
A: If you used tap water only once to season your humidor and recharge your humidification device, it ...
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| cigar suprize! | 9/2/2008 |
Q: my gentleman friend enjoys a good Cuban cigar. With this in mind, I would like to treat him to a ...
A: I'm not sure which Cuban brands your friend enjoys so I will list several brands by strength. Here ...
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| External (imbedded) analog hygrometers | 9/1/2008 |
Q: I saw an answer you gave about a hygrometer mounted on the front of a humidor and it peaked my ...
A: Yes, humidors with front-mounted hygrometers can also be accurate. Normally analog hygrometers will ...
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| smokig | 9/1/2008 |
Q: one more question, should the cigar be glowing red when the ash falls off which is usually around ...
A: 2 puffs a minute is perfect. It will keep the cigar burning consistently but not overheat it. ...
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| first humidor | 8/31/2008 |
Q: hey, i just purchased my first humidor and im kinda confused. with what to do, every web site makes ...
A: Absolutely. Constant relighting of your cigars can affect the cigar's natural flavours. When ...
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| Your Humidor 101 Guide | 8/31/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could please e-mail me a copy of your Humidors 101 paper that I've seen ...
A: I think you may be mistaken. I don't have a humidor 101 paper currently available. I am however, ...
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| cubanhabanoscigars.com | 8/29/2008 |
Q: I purchased online at this site and bought myself a box of Siglo VI. When I opened the box and ...
A: It's true, many companies/businesses will require that you return the product before they give you a ...
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| Humidor temperture | 8/28/2008 |
Q: I just bought a digital hydrometer. I was told the perfect temp was 70 and 70 for hum. I am getting ...
A: To lower the temperature in your humidor, you should move the humidor to the coolest room in your ...
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| Cuban or not? | 8/27/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased some Cohiba Siglo IVs in 5-pack box's. ALL of them measure 140mm rather than ...
A: Cigar factories are pretty strict about maintaining accurate and exact size dimensions with their ...
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| Cuban or not? | 8/27/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased some Cohiba Siglo IVs in 5-pack box's. ALL of them measure 140mm rather than ...
A: Are the gold letters embossed or raised? It's hard to tell in that picture. Genuine Cohibas will ...
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| humidity | 8/27/2008 |
Q: I have a large humidor and am using 70% humidity beads from heartfelt. I have 3oz in each ...
A: The safe range for humidity in a humidor is between 66-74% so at 67-68%, the bottom row in your ...
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| New humidor setup | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a 100 ct glass top humidor which arrived today. It came with the analog ...
A: The first thing you should do is test the hygrometer to make sure that it is accurate. It's ...
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| Wine cooler and humidity | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I keep the cooler plugged in and let it run so it turns on quite often. I have a sensor outside and ...
A: Ryan, You should leave it plugged in if the cooler door has an absolute air-tight seal. Leaving ...
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| Wine cooler and humidity | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I keep the cooler plugged in and let it run so it turns on quite often. I have a sensor outside and ...
A: It's true, the humidity should be 70% regardless of temperature. Don't pay attention to the ...
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| Wine cooler and humidity | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I keep the cooler plugged in and let it run so it turns on quite often. I have a sensor outside and ...
A: The safe humidity range for cigars is 66-74% humidity so as long as the humidity does not exceed ...
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| Buying cigars in Cuba | 8/25/2008 |
Q: It looks like I'm heading to Cuba in a month(1st time(. I will obviously be bringing back a couple ...
A: To answer you questions: 1/ You should always buy at Habanos SA-approved retailers or directly from ...
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| Mold in my Humidor | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a new humidor. While seasoning mold developed. I’ve heard that I can place ...
A: 1. Alcohol may ruin your humidification element so I would suggest that you try to thoroughly flush ...
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| Humi Gel bead and PG | 8/25/2008 |
Q: Hey I just got some of that new gel-bead-stuff for my humidor. It came unhydrated as small ...
A: Some of these cellulose polymer/gel-based humidifiers (ie: pillows, beads, gel, etc.) do not require ...
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| Mold in my Humidor | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a new humidor. While seasoning mold developed. I’ve heard that I can place ...
A: Freezing a humidor or cigars to stop mold isn't as effective as other mold-treating methods. Mold ...
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| wine cooler/humidor | 8/24/2008 |
Q: First,Thanks for your previous answers.You've been a big help. Now,I have a desktop wine cooler ...
A: Your cigars can still be stored in their original boxes. Cigar boxes are not 100% airtight so ...
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| Cigars Recommendation | 8/24/2008 |
Q: I'm fairly new to smoking cigars and would like your recommendation for cuban cigars. I like the ...
A: If you like Vegas Robaina, you should also try: El Rey du Mundo - Choix Supremes Saint Luis Rey - ...
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| tobacco beetles | 8/24/2008 |
Q: I cant seem to find a clear answer so i thought i would pose this question here. Do tobacco beetles ...
A: Tobacco beetle eggs are not found in every cigar. When tobacco is grown in the fields or and sent ...
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| Humidifier/Hygrometer Placement | 8/23/2008 |
Q: I had a couple questions reguarding humidifiers and and hygrometers. First of all, does it make a ...
A: Proper placement of the humidifier in your humidor is definitely important. It's always best to ...
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| seasoning large humidor | 8/20/2008 |
Q: Hllo I just got a large humidor and have been seasoning it now for 2days, i dont really like the ...
A: When using this seasoning method (using dishes instead of wiping humidor down with water), it will ...
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| really small bumps on cigar | 8/17/2008 |
Q: I have yet another question. I tried a search but didnt find a similar question asked before. ...
A: Though cigar manufacturers will try to use the best-looking wrapper leaves, sometimes the wrappers ...
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| Cheap cigars to gain more experience | 8/17/2008 |
Q: Ive only been getting into cigars for about a year or so. Most of the cigars ive smoked were ...
A: There are many cigar shops in Toronto that does sell cheaper non-Cuban cigars as well as ...
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| Trash a cigar with holes from beetles? | 8/16/2008 |
Q: James, I've noticed you've advised people to throw away cigars with any signs of beetles. I've ...
A: Yes, it can be unhealthy to smoke a cigar that has beetle holes in it. Tobacco beetles will leave ...
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| re genuine cigars | 8/16/2008 |
Q: Dera james i came across your quiestion Did you go to la casa delhabanos in varadero cuba and if so ...
A: Unfortunately, I haven't been to the La Casa del Habanos store in Varadero but I can tell you that ...
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| Humidity | 8/16/2008 |
Q: My humidor which holds approx. 150 cigars (now has about 75 inside), the humidity levels keep rising ...
A: If you remove the humidification device, it won't affect the cigars at first but eventually the ...
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| Pinch test for a cigar | 8/15/2008 |
Q: Ive been getting into cigars for about a year or so... and to be honest, getting my humidor working ...
A: Don't worry, this is perfectly normal. Cigars are usually easier to pinch at the foot because the ...
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| Old unopened Cohiba Esplendidos ok? | 8/14/2008 |
Q: I am assuming they were from his last trip to Cuba, at least 10 years ago. They are sealed in their ...
A: The first thing you will need to do is open both boxes and inspect them for mold or tobacco beetles. ...
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| nother humidor question | 8/14/2008 |
Q: i was just wondering is seasoning the humidor is only a one time thing, like you only do it when ...
A: Seasoning can be a one-time thing if you properly and constantly maintain your humidor after it has ...
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| first humidor | 8/13/2008 |
Q: hey, i just purchased my first humidor and im kinda confused. with what to do, every web site makes ...
A: It's really personal preference but it's usually recommended that you add the humidification device ...
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| first humidor | 8/13/2008 |
Q: hey, i just purchased my first humidor and im kinda confused. with what to do, every web site makes ...
A: No, you shouldn't use Propylene Glycol to season a humidor. Propylene Glycol is a hygroscopic ...
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| first humidor | 8/12/2008 |
Q: hey, i just purchased my first humidor and im kinda confused. with what to do, every web site makes ...
A: The 50/50 mixture will balance the humidity in your humidor to exactly 70%. The safe humidity range ...
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| Beetles and humidity | 8/10/2008 |
Q: hope all is well. What is the cause of tobacco beetles? My humidor is currently at 74% humidity and ...
A: When hatched, a tobacco beetle will feed and chew through the cigar so the damage would first start ...
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| Beetles and humidity | 8/9/2008 |
Q: hope all is well. What is the cause of tobacco beetles? My humidor is currently at 74% humidity and ...
A: Tobacco beetle eggs require prolonged exposure to high temperatures in order for them to incubate ...
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| Beetles and humidity | 8/9/2008 |
Q: hope all is well. What is the cause of tobacco beetles? My humidor is currently at 74% humidity and ...
A: Tobacco beetles actually appear when the humidor's temperature is too high. What happens is that ...
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| Hard Cigars | 8/8/2008 |
Q: How can I get my cigars soft again? I have a plexi-glass humidor and some of my cigars are still ...
A: The only fix for this is to let your cigars sit in your humidor - at 70% humidity - for as long as ...
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| Mold Growth | 8/8/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a Thompson humidor that holds about 50 cigars. It has two humidifiers which, ...
A: The first thing you should do is check to make sure that your hygrometer is calibrated and accurate. ...
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| humidor lighting | 8/8/2008 |
Q: I am working on a walk-in humidor in a cigar/wine lounge. I read one of your answers regarding LED ...
A: A cigar humidor (including walk-in humidors) will operate at approximately 70% humidity (the average ...
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| Palette and tase | 8/7/2008 |
Q: When reading reviews on cigars I keep seeing for example "Notes of licorice, notes of chocolate, ...
A: When reading cigar reviews in magazines or online, its important to remember that "taste is ...
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| Beetles and Cubans | 8/7/2008 |
Q: Are tobacco beetles typically only found in Cuban cigars? I've never had a non-Cuban cigar show ...
A: Greg, Tobacco beetles can indeed be found in both Cuban and Non-Cuban cigars. Some cigar brands ...
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| Smoking it wrong? | 8/5/2008 |
Q: 2 years ago I took up cigar smoking, I found most of the smokes I was having (mostly petite coronas) ...
A: It doesn't sound like you're doing anything wrong. Everything that you're doing is correct so it ...
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| Re-Humidifying | 8/4/2008 |
Q: My uncle just sent me some Cuban cigars as a gift. He's had them for a couple years. He sent me a ...
A: To humidify a cigar "slowly", you have to introduce a cigar at a lower humidity level - such as 60% ...
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| Minty taste? | 8/4/2008 |
Q: ..have upped my cigar smoking to one or two a week from one or two a year... I'm trying expand my ...
A: Cigars with a minty taste or aftertaste is not uncommon. Though some smokers may interpret this ...
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| cigar storage | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I have a very importantI would like to buy a large humidor, I already have a humidor for 1000 cigar ...
A: Yes, there are indeed humidor cabinets that can electronically control the temperature and humidity ...
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| No humidor | 8/1/2008 |
Q: a friend bought me 25 Cohiba Siglo ll back from Cuba two weeks ago, I am new to good cigars and only ...
A: Your best option for preserving your cigars until you purchase a humidor is to keep your cigars ...
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| Negitive Humidity and Cigar storage | 7/31/2008 |
Q: I just started smoking Cigars and your sites a treasure trove of info! My question is this: I'm in ...
A: If there is no access to distilled water, bottled water is acceptable. (Boiled tap water that's ...
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| lighting a cigar | 7/29/2008 |
Q: I've tried a few different brands of cigars and sometimes I have trouble distinguishing a difference ...
A: Incorrectly lighting a cigar with a match or a lighter can indeed affect the way your cigar tastes. ...
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| Old Humidor | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I have a humidor that has gone untouched and empty for about a year. I am not sure if humidors "go ...
A: If your humidor doesn't have mold or physical damage (that would compromise humidity and humidor ...
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| Cigar Mites | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I was just reading your response to a question regarding beetles and these little white mite. Can ...
A: Tobacco mites (not to be confused with tobacco beetles) are usually transferred to humidors from ...
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| strips of cedar called spills | 7/21/2008 |
Q: James, do you know of a place that can engrave strips of cedar with a logo or something. I want to ...
A: A really good company that does laser wood cutting, etching and engraving is "Touch of Wood". Their ...
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| humi | 7/21/2008 |
Q: Ok. So I've been trying cigars for a few months so I thought it was about time to buy myself a ...
A: The first thing you should do is thoroughly inspect your humidor for any gaps, cracks or other ...
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| white mould | 7/19/2008 |
Q: Have white mould forming on my cigars on the top insert of my humidor. I have all Cuban cigars and ...
A: The first thing you need to do is remove all your cigars from your humidor and put them in plastic ...
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| Searching for a cigar | 7/19/2008 |
Q: I am searching and scouring the earth for a certain type of cigar for a close friend. She has spent ...
A: I believe the brand your friend is looking for is called "J.G. Dill's". I know the company once ...
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| Siglo | 7/17/2008 |
Q: James, I just came from visiting Lebanon, my home country, to the USA. I bought 50 sticks of Cohiba ...
A: Yes, there are many online companies/retailers that ship Cuban cigars worldwide but many of these ...
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| acid cigars | 7/16/2008 |
Q: i know its not good to mix acid cigars with others so i have a couple of humidors.my question is it ...
A: It is safe to store different Acid cigars in the same humidor but as you mentioned, Acid cigars ...
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| Siglo | 7/16/2008 |
Q: James, I just came from visiting Lebanon, my home country, to the USA. I bought 50 sticks of Cohiba ...
A: I really appreciate it. At the moment, I can't think of any places that allows you to order extra ...
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| Siglo | 7/15/2008 |
Q: James, I just came from visiting Lebanon, my home country, to the USA. I bought 50 sticks of Cohiba ...
A: Whether or not you should keep or discard the cigar rings is entirely up to you. Keeping the rings ...
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| cigar store shelves | 7/15/2008 |
Q: James, My partners and I are opening a new cigar lounge in Miami and I have two questions for you. ...
A: Besides glass humidor display cabinets, your only other option is to build a walk-in humidor room ...
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| High Humidor Temperature | 7/14/2008 |
Q: I have been trying to season my humidor for more than a week now. The humidity has come to 74% while ...
A: To lower the temperature in your humidor, try moving your humidor to the coolest room in your home. ...
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| Humidor Temperature | 7/13/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a new humidor, which I store in my bedroom closet. The average temperature is ...
A: At 80 degrees, any tobacco beetle eggs inside your cigars will incubate, hatch and ruin your cigars. ...
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| Humidor Problem | 7/10/2008 |
Q: I purchased a small 25 cigar humidor online with all the calibrating and seasoning packages. I ...
A: If your hygrometer is accurate and you've tried the various methods to stabilize humidity and ...
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| Dusty cigars? | 7/9/2008 |
Q: Hey James. I recently bought a cab of Por Larranaga Petite Coronas. I'm pretty certain they aren't ...
A: If the box of cigars was sealed and maintained properly before you purchased it, it may most likely ...
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| humidor | 7/9/2008 |
Q: I recently received a nice humidor and seasoned it over a few days with pure distilled water. I ...
A: The first thing you should do is make sure your hygrometer is properly calibrated. Sometimes a ...
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| How to store cigars in humidor | 7/8/2008 |
Q: Am I suppose to take the cigars out of their plastic wrapper when they are inside the humidor?
A: It's optional and totally safe for you to keep your cigars in their original plastic wrappers and/or ...
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| humididors | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I have a 50 count humidor. Im having a problem getting the humidity down. Putting cigars in the ...
A: High humidity can still damage your cigars, regardless of the humidor temperature. To lower your ...
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| New to Cigar Smoking | 7/1/2008 |
Q: I'm new to cigar smoking. I don't have a humidor yet, so how long can you keep a cigar in the tube ...
A: Without a humidor, cigars can usually last a week before completely drying out. Neither the plastic ...
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| Storing/aging cigars; Part-2 | 6/29/2008 |
Q: It's been almost 4 months since I got your advise on how to manage my ad-hoc tupperdors... So far so ...
A: To answer your questions: 1. A powder-like substance on your cigars may not necessarily be mold ...
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| Juan Lopez | 6/29/2008 |
Q: I just bought Juan Lopez exclusivo Francia sent to Vasco Montreal by mistake. It's a pyramides ...
A: Cigars generally do become better with age (especially cigars with dark, oily wrappers) so it's best ...
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| Humidor & Xikar beads/crystals | 6/26/2008 |
Q: I purchased a glass top, 50 count humidor a little over a year ago. I calibrated the hygrometer and ...
A: During the salt test, it's best to put your cigars in Ziploc bags or (clean) Tupperware containers. ...
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| Humidor & Xikar beads/crystals | 6/26/2008 |
Q: I purchased a glass top, 50 count humidor a little over a year ago. I calibrated the hygrometer and ...
A: Give your humidor a few more days for the humidity to stabilize. Xikar crystals are pretty ...
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| De-Ionized or Destilled | 6/26/2008 |
Q: I bought some Deionized water, is this ok to use in the humidor as an alternative to destilled?. ...
A: You will have to check the label closely. If the water is bottled drinking water and contains ...
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| Humidor | 6/25/2008 |
Q: Hey James, Charles again. I did what you said and bought a digital hygrometer and i broke the wood ...
A: The first thing you should do is make sure that your digital hygrometer is configured properly. For ...
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| New Cigars | 6/24/2008 |
Q: I have got a brand new box of 25 of H Upmann Corona. Thing is I haven't setup my humidor yet and I ...
A: The Caliber III hygrometer does not require calibration are are extremely accurate so it's possible ...
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| Distilled water soaked cigars | 6/23/2008 |
Q: I keep my Cubans in a lagre Tupperware with a baby food jar filled w/ distilled water w/holes ...
A: What you need to do is remove the wet cigars from the Tupperware container immediately and very ...
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| New Cigars | 6/22/2008 |
Q: I have got a brand new box of 25 of H Upmann Corona. Thing is I haven't setup my humidor yet and I ...
A: No, you don't need to add a humidification device to a humi-pouch as they already have a humidified ...
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| feet smell - tap water. | 6/22/2008 |
Q: I have been procrastinating getting distilled water and have been using tap water in my tubador. and ...
A: Even though mold is not visible yet, a mildew-like smell is often a sign that your cigars are ...
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| New Cigars | 6/22/2008 |
Q: I have got a brand new box of 25 of H Upmann Corona. Thing is I haven't setup my humidor yet and I ...
A: On average, cigars can last about 1 week without a humidor and cigars wrapped in cellophane can last ...
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| taste of cigars | 6/19/2008 |
Q: I've started smoking a few months ago. I've been smoking Cohibas,Montecristos,Romeo Y Julietas,H ...
A: When reading cigar reviews in magazines or online, its important to remember that "taste is ...
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| Calibrating Hygrometer | 6/18/2008 |
Q: i did the method but the results were so off that when i turn the screw it just springs back and ...
A: Charles, Try turning the screw counter-clockwise. Also try pressing the screw inwards as you turn. ...
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| Calibrating Hygrometer | 6/18/2008 |
Q: i did the method but the results were so off that when i turn the screw it just springs back and ...
A: Hygrometer designs varies by manufacturer so you will have to contact the manufacturer and check ...
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| Salt test for hygrometer | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I recently bought a humidor and I've run the salt test twice to test the hygrometer and both times ...
A: Try adding a bit more distilled water. When blended, the salt mixture should be moist and "crumbly" ...
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| Calibrating Hygrometer | 6/17/2008 |
Q: Should it be a level teaspoon or a mound teaspoon when calibrating your hygrometer?. Thanks, ...
A: The purpose of the salt test/wet paper towel is to determine exactly how much your hygrometer is out ...
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| Calibrating Hygrometer | 6/17/2008 |
Q: Should it be a level teaspoon or a mound teaspoon when calibrating your hygrometer?. Thanks, ...
A: Yes, that is also a good method for calibrating your hygrometer. Both methods are equally effective ...
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| Calibrating Hygrometer | 6/17/2008 |
Q: Should it be a level teaspoon or a mound teaspoon when calibrating your hygrometer?. Thanks, ...
A: For the salt test, it should be approximately 1 teaspoon of table salt and a few drops of distilled ...
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| Is there an optimal method for drawing? | 6/17/2008 |
Q: When I draw my cigar, I usually take 2 very short/quick puffs, followed by a 3rd long draw. And my ...
A: Everybody has their own smoking technique but on average, cigar smokers generally take 1 short puff ...
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| Is it bad that I feel the need to "spit" while smoking? | 6/17/2008 |
Q: Sorry if this is an offensive question, but I consider myself a new smoker, but not a COMPLETE ...
A: Don't worry, it's perfectly natural to have an urge to spit when you smoke cigars. When you smoke a ...
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| Final question | 6/16/2008 |
Q: i have just used alot of my distilled water solution to soak a portable humidification system to use ...
A: Because your fingers can potentially contain natural oils or microscopic dirt and bacteria, it's ...
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| yet another humidor question. | 6/16/2008 |
Q: well, as you guessed its another humidor question. Im new to the cigar world and have just bought a ...
A: That's actually an older method that's no longer recommended because the shot glass can spill and ...
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| yet another humidor question. | 6/16/2008 |
Q: well, as you guessed its another humidor question. Im new to the cigar world and have just bought a ...
A: Yes, opening the humidor repeatedly can affect the humidity. It's best to let the humidor sit ...
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| yet another humidor question. | 6/16/2008 |
Q: well, as you guessed its another humidor question. Im new to the cigar world and have just bought a ...
A: Depending on the size of the humidor and the size of humidification device, your humidor's humidity ...
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| walk in humidor | 6/15/2008 |
Q: I am building a walk in humidor for a client of mine, and I am having a hard time finding the ...
A: It's perfectly fine if the door is not 100% airtight as the commercial humidification system inside ...
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| Humi-pouches | 6/11/2008 |
Q: Mr yee Could you pls tell where to buy humi pouches (large size ) in Toronto or on line from a ...
A: In Toronto, you can buy Humi-pouches at Thomas Hinds, Tobacco Haven, La Casa de Habanos and Sleuth ...
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| Humidor Humidity | 6/11/2008 |
Q: I live in New Zealand, I recently started smoking cigars & purchased a humidor to store cigars, its ...
A: If the humidor's humidity is already between 68-74% WITHOUT the humidification device, then you do ...
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| cigar storage | 6/8/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if it would be possible to make a "humidor" or at least supplemental storage for ...
A: Varnished cigar boxes with a heavy lid can make good temporary humidors. Cuban cigar cabinet SLBs ...
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| Cigar gone bad | 6/7/2008 |
Q: I have smoked 3 1/2" Vanilla Tatiana Cigars for seven years and I love them. Recently I purchased a ...
A: Not having seen this particular batch, I can't tell you what the definite cause is for your cigars ...
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| My new cigar collection | 6/7/2008 |
Q: I have read some of the Q & A you have posted and found the information to be very helpful. I've ...
A: When maintaining cigars in your humidor, it is important to remember that the humidity level inside ...
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| Humidor temp. | 6/7/2008 |
Q: hope all is well, Quick one. My humidor (desktop model - has approx. 130 cigars right now), is ...
A: Good news: your humidity and temperature levels are fine. For temperature, 23 degrees Celcius (73.4 ...
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| Temp Control | 6/3/2008 |
Q: Mr. Yee, I know that the "best" temp/RH range for a humidor is 70degF/70%RH, and I have little ...
A: Yes, cigar mold becomes active at 75% humidity which is dangerously close to the humidity safe range ...
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| travel humidor | 6/3/2008 |
Q: I need a travel humidor very quickly and mite not have enough time to order one! So i was thinkung ...
A: If you have a varnished cigar box with a heavy lid, it can definitely be used as a travel humidor. ...
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| Temp Control | 6/3/2008 |
Q: Mr. Yee, I know that the "best" temp/RH range for a humidor is 70degF/70%RH, and I have little ...
A: No, the temperature fluctuation that you're experiencing is not harmful to your cigars. Tobacco ...
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| Seasoning my humidor | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I have had my new humidor seasoning for 24hrs. I have a 50ct with one divider a large round credo ...
A: It's actually pretty safe to mix PREMIUM cigars of different countries or cigars with different type ...
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| Seasoning my humidor | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I have had my new humidor seasoning for 24hrs. I have a 50ct with one divider a large round credo ...
A: 74 degrees Fahrenheit and 67% RH is acceptable. Refilling your humidification device will most ...
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| Pinch Test | 6/2/2008 |
Q: What exactly is the "pinch test"? What am I looking for when I pinch? How hard (or light) should I ...
A: The pinch test (aka "squeeze test") is determine how soft a cigar is from humidification. It also ...
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| Seasoning my humidor | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I have had my new humidor seasoning for 24hrs. I have a 50ct with one divider a large round credo ...
A: At 74-76% rh, mold can begin to form so it's best to keep your humidity between 67%-73% (70% is the ...
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| Ideal Coolidor RH and Temperature Here in California | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I'm not sure if you recall, but the first question I posed to you was in regards to long-term ...
A: Regardless of humidor temperature or the natural environment, a humidor's/coolerdor's internal ...
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| brittle cigars | 5/31/2008 |
Q: For some reason my cigars are dry and brittle...the humidor is at ~60-62% humidity with a temp of ...
A: Has your humidor been seasoned yet? If yes, you may need to re-season it again in order for the ...
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| Cigar mold or plume? | 5/30/2008 |
Q: I noticed a previous discussion about cigar mold vs. plume that you explained quite well. You said ...
A: Typical cigar mold is usually blue, green or bluish-green but can also be white or gray in colour. ...
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| humidifier | 5/30/2008 |
Q: I have purchased a glass top humidor. If I place my humidifier in the bottom center of the humidor ...
A: No, placing your humidification device at the bottom of your humidor (centered) will not affect ...
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| Humidity doesnt make sense... this is what I did | 5/30/2008 |
Q: I was trying to write a follow up question but says the other expert is on vacation. His response ...
A: The first thing you should do is make sure your hygrometer is accurate. You mentioned in your ...
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| Cigar Ratings | 5/30/2008 |
Q: James, Is there a (free) comprehensive online source for cigar ratings? I have tons of cigars ...
A: Off the top of my head, I know CA's Marvin Shanken has a couple of books (not exactly sure how many ...
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| storing cigars | 5/30/2008 |
Q: i do not have a humidor and recently purchased some high quality cigars.i have had them in my ...
A: Prolonged exposure to cold temperatures such as storing your cigars in a refrigerator or freezer can ...
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| Cigar Ratings | 5/30/2008 |
Q: James, Is there a (free) comprehensive online source for cigar ratings? I have tons of cigars ...
A: CigarAficionado.com does currently allow free access to their cigar database when you register with ...
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| Are cubans really that good? | 5/27/2008 |
Q: Are Cuban cigars really that good, or is it just an American ideal to try the “forbidden fruit.” ...
A: With cigars, taste is somewhat subjective and though many people (I would say the majority) that ...
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| Humidor | 5/26/2008 |
Q: I seasoned the humidor I brought back from Cuba, and guess what? The hinges came apart, then the ...
A: I'm glad to hear you solved your humidor problem. Yeah, sometimes Cuban humidors aren't exactly ...
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| Davidoff | 5/26/2008 |
Q: I have a box of Davidoff, Chateau Margaux (25 piece cabinet). They have not been kept in a ...
A: Unfortunately, I do not handle cigar appraisals. What you should do is contact a cigar store, ...
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| Cohiba Siglo IV wrapper | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a 5-pack Siglo IV at a cigar store in St. Martin. Unfortunately, it was not an ...
A: Though it's not extremely common, it is possible for the same type of Cohiba cigars - from different ...
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| Humidors, propylene glycol, etc. | 5/19/2008 |
Q: James, You recently answered my question regarding a metallic taste in my cigars. Firstly, thank ...
A: It's best to start over with a new humidification device but if you prefer, you can try to clean ...
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| freshness | 5/16/2008 |
Q: should you remove the plastic wrap found on some cigars before putting them in a humidor?
A: It's optional and totally safe for you to keep your cigars in their original plastic wrappers and/or ...
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| Cigars taste funny... | 5/16/2008 |
Q: I have a fairly well stocked humidor but i unfortunately let the care fall to the wayside when i ...
A: A stale, metallic, alkaline taste in your cigars could be the result of either using stale/old ...
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| P.G. in a Moist-N-Aire | 5/15/2008 |
Q: James, I have been looking for info on whether or not to use a pg mixture with the moist-n-aire to ...
A: The humidification pearls work the same way as the Heartfelt beads that you're using. The heartfelt ...
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| building a humidor out of hardwood | 5/14/2008 |
Q: I live in Thailand and want to start making humidors here for sale in the U.S. and Canada. I have ...
A: The exterior wood for a humidor can be any type of hardwood but for the humidor interior, it is ...
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| Humidor start-up | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I'm back from the island with a humidor, the hinges are coming apart but else the construction is ...
A: Glad to hear you enjoyed your trip. When your humidor's humidity level reaches 70% and holds steady ...
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| Humidor humidity | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I live in S.E.Asia (equatorial) which has high humidity year round. My hygrometer indicates the ...
A: It sounds like your analog hygrometer is defective so definitely double check the humidity with a ...
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| storing cigars | 5/11/2008 |
Q: I have a problem.The temperature in my apartment is too warm all year- above 23' Celsius - there ...
A: The only humidors that are capable of controlling the temperature and humidity electronically are ...
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| Raising humidor humidity | 5/10/2008 |
Q: I am having a hard time raisig my humidity level indise my humidor from 66%. Ihave about 150 cigars ...
A: LCDH Toronto is a great shop (so is Thomas Hinds which is not far from LCDH). Just another quick ...
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| Humidor humidity | 5/9/2008 |
Q: I live in S.E.Asia (equatorial) which has high humidity year round. My hygrometer indicates the ...
A: The first step you should take is to check your hygrometer and make sure that it is calibrated and ...
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| mold or bloom? | 5/9/2008 |
Q: I'm still confused to whats mold and bloom! Looking at my cigars i have two differnt types of things ...
A: Mold is thick and fuzzy in appearance and appears in random patches. Just like mold on spoiled ...
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| Cohiba Siglo VI and Genios | 5/7/2008 |
Q: i recenlty was in lebanon bought one box of coiba genios and one box of cohiba Siglo VI from the ...
A: Yes, the Siglo 6 is considered stronger than the Genios. Even though you don't smoke many cigars a ...
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| Cohiba Siglo VI and Genios | 5/7/2008 |
Q: i recenlty was in lebanon bought one box of coiba genios and one box of cohiba Siglo VI from the ...
A: Does your tongue feel sore or feel like it stings from a cut? If yes, the discomfort you feel on ...
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| lighter and cutter in humidor | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I am new to cigar smoking and bought my humidor not long ago... It may sounds laughable but - My ...
A: Yes, you can definitely keep your lighters and cutters in your humidor and your cigars will not be ...
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| leave cigars in original box or not | 5/6/2008 |
Q: i have a big humidor that i built using spanish cedar wood interior and the drawers are made of ...
A: Whether or not to keep the cigars in their original boxes is purely personal preference. Cigar ...
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| Solo | 5/4/2008 |
Q: You give a negative review on a company you have never bought a single cigar from. Are you such an ...
A: Mark, Just to let you know, you are incorrect. I have never reviewed any company or mailorder ...
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| Humidor wood | 4/29/2008 |
Q: I recently bought a Cuban made humidor, Ritos, on-line. The description of the product said "cedar" ...
A: Red Cedar is not used in humidors because it is extremely pungent. The wood is so pungent that the ...
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| Plastic Travel Humidor | 4/28/2008 |
Q: a lot of questions for you i got this plastic travel humidor im trying to lesson my wieght while ...
A: Yes, it's perfectly fine to not have Spanish cedar in your travel humidor however you must monitor ...
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| Cigar Courtesy | 4/28/2008 |
Q: Sorry to ask you so many questions however i love to do things the right way and be educated from ...
A: Whether or not you should remove the band is now optional. You're right, in some parts of the ...
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| yellow spots | 4/28/2008 |
Q: my cuban montes&romeos have developed some tiny dark yellowish spots about 1mm in diameter,my ...
A: Dark yellow spots doesn't sound like tobacco beetles but it may be either plume/bloom or cigar mold. ...
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| Setting up a humidor using a digital hydrogmeter and a Paradigm System PSH 2 humidifier | 4/28/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a digital hydrogemeter and Paradigm PSH 2 humdifier (50 count) to use in my ...
A: To answer your questions: 1. Your humidification device (Paradigm PSH2) should be placed in the ...
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| Cigar Bitter taste in tongue | 4/28/2008 |
Q: i usually smoke hoyo Epicure 2 - paratgas No4 - Vegas rohbina Unicos in the morning as for the ...
A: Here are the larger Edicion Limitada cigars that have been released within the past 3 years: 2006 ...
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| Recharging PG (what ratio PG vs. water) ? | 4/26/2008 |
Q: I have read much about using a 50/50 mix of PG and distilled water, but I am unsure about how to ...
A: Yes, as Propylene Glycol loses its "potency" over time, the humidity will noticeably increase. When ...
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| Cigar Bitter taste in tongue | 4/25/2008 |
Q: i usually smoke hoyo Epicure 2 - paratgas No4 - Vegas rohbina Unicos in the morning as for the ...
A: Here are all the Cohiba cigars that have a ring gauge larger than 48: Cohiba Robusto (50 ring) ...
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| Cigar Bitter taste in tongue | 4/25/2008 |
Q: i usually smoke hoyo Epicure 2 - paratgas No4 - Vegas rohbina Unicos in the morning as for the ...
A: Amr A. Seoud, The bitterness that you taste from your cigars is not from aging but instead from the ...
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| Royal Habanos | 4/24/2008 |
Q: I have read your reply on the Costa Rican "Royal Habanos". Unfortunately I had ordered and paid for ...
A: Usually a visual examination will be enough to spot out a counterfeit cigar. Here's what to look ...
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| rehydrating cigars | 4/22/2008 |
Q: James, I've recently inherited the Upmann Millenium cigar set. The cigars are all in good shape, no ...
A: If your cigars are "bone dry" and extremely fragile, it's best to start them out at 65% and increase ...
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| Storing Cigar in 16-18 deg celcious and not 70 Ferhnhit which is 22 Celcious | 4/21/2008 |
Q: I store my cigar as instructed in all Cuban boxes 16-18 Ceclious and 65-70% humidity ,just can't ...
A: seoud, Though people all over the world may store their cigars at different temperature levels, 70 ...
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| Aging Cigars | 4/21/2008 |
Q: I have managed to build a humidor 2.5 meter by 1.5 meter of wood to keep my cigar aged (it can take ...
A: seoud, Some cigars can slightly (VERY slightly) change colours when they are aged but their wrapper ...
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| Buying cigars online or at a store | 4/21/2008 |
Q: James, I was wondering if you have an opinion about buying cigars online. Is it worth it to look ...
A: I actually prefer buying locally or in person rather than buying online as there is less buyer's ...
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| hygrometer | 4/20/2008 |
Q: I'm a little confused about hygrometers and the Max-Min?? I mean if the reading is 70% if you press ...
A: Digital hygrometers have a Max and Min button so it can show you what the highest humidity reading ...
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| Tower humidor and moist-n-aire | 4/19/2008 |
Q: I am in the process of upgrading/consolidating my cigars in to tower-style humidor cabinet witj a ...
A: Though a humidor can indeed be fully seasoned within half a day, it is usually advised that you ...
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| humidor problem | 4/17/2008 |
Q: I've been start smoking cigar since last september!!! Still newbie, but like all my hobbies that i ...
A: A faint aroma of cigars is common with most display cabinet humidors because the door(s) rarely have ...
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| Humidor Tempreture | 4/16/2008 |
Q: We all heard that the humidity needs to be ideally 70% mark, however i read a lot about the ...
A: Yes, humidors should have an internal temperature of 70 degrees Fahrenheit (hence the ...
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| Basic | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I believe you have helped me with some questions in the past-thanks in advance for reading this. I ...
A: To answer your questions: 1. Yes, it's always best to season your humidor before you use it. By ...
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| Humidifier | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I have recently acquired a humidor in which I have put a small black humidifier which appears to ...
A: The best time to recharge your humidification device is when the humidity in your humidor begins to ...
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| Humidor Humidity | 4/15/2008 |
Q: i recently bought a 100 cigar humidor, and currently it has been seasoning for the past 2-3 nights. ...
A: If your humidity is currently at 75%, stop seasoning your humidor for now and allow it to sit empty ...
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| high humidity | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I just bought a Madelline humidifying device and am using it in a Tupperware container. I have about ...
A: Tupperware containers (or "tupperdors") tend to have high humidity because of the [almost] air-tight ...
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| aging cigars | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I just got back from Cuba and brought back a box each of Montecristo #2, Petit Edmundo, and Bolivar ...
A: Though it's optional, many cigar collectors prefer to leave their aged cigars untouched in their ...
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| wood | 4/10/2008 |
Q: I'm on my way to building a walk in humidor in my store.Is there any other type of wood, inplace of ...
A: Spanish cedar is recommended because it can properly absorb and regulate humidity, deter bugs and ...
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| cuban? | 4/9/2008 |
Q: I just received several boxes of different sealed “Cuban” cigars dating from 06 to 08. The tax seals ...
A: I know some genuine boxes of Cuban cigars were reported to have some inconsistencies/problems with ...
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| cuban? | 4/9/2008 |
Q: I just received several boxes of different sealed “Cuban” cigars dating from 06 to 08. The tax seals ...
A: Based on the descriptions, it sounds like the cigars are authentic BUT there is always a chance that ...
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| Proper Storage of Factory Sealed, Unopened Cigar Boxes | 4/9/2008 |
Q: My question focuses on proper storage of factory sealed and unopened cigar boxes. Like all my fellow ...
A: For long-term storage of whole boxes, storing your cigar boxes in humidified Ziploc bags will ...
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| Box pressed | 4/2/2008 |
Q: I just recived my box of monte's No2 that i bought online and i noticed the lid was bending inwards, ...
A: What you can do is remove the cigars from the box and let them age in your humidor for as long as ...
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| Humidor mold | 4/1/2008 |
Q: Despite the fact that I (poorly) read the instructions on how to set-up my humidor, I decided to ...
A: The first step is to immediately remove all your cigars from your humidor and thoroughly inspect ...
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| Proper cigar storage | 4/1/2008 |
Q: James, I've not had any problems in storing my cigars in the humidor I have but I've been ...
A: The best option for storing whole boxes of cigars without investing too much maintenance, time or ...
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| Cuba | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I have a friend of mine who's going to Cuba. He's going to bring me back some cigars. What should I ...
A: By "novelties", do you mean limited edition cigars and humidors? Habanos SA releases annual, ...
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| Cuba | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I have a friend of mine who's going to Cuba. He's going to bring me back some cigars. What should I ...
A: In terms of cigar authenticity, the safest precautionary measure your friend can take while in Cuba ...
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| just wondering | 3/28/2008 |
Q: it says in youre profile that youre writing a book on cigars for beginners. When can we anticipate ...
A: I'm putting the finishing touches on the book and if all goes well, it will be out later this year; ...
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| Makeshift Humidor | 3/27/2008 |
Q: James, Recently I went in on a purchase of Don Diego and H. Upmann cigars with a friend of mine. I ...
A: Until your friend gets a humidor, the best option for him to store his cigars is to use a ...
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| Humdifaction Devices | 3/20/2008 |
Q: I buying a new humidification device and wanted your opinion on what's the best brand/type to buy? ...
A: For humidification devices, there really isn't any difference in functionality so it's just a ...
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| Oasis or Crystal | 3/20/2008 |
Q: I have 2 humidors, 1st one bought in Sept07 and the 2nd Jan08. 1st using a large Rectangular oasis ...
A: Both humidors are performing well because they are properly maintained. To answer your question, ...
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| Velcro on the humidification device | 3/20/2008 |
Q: James, I have just started smoking cigars a few months ago and have fell in love with them, so I ...
A: You can just reattach the humidifier with velcro again. If the velcro has loosened and separated ...
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| Too many humidification devices? | 3/15/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a 50 count humidor for the cubans I purchased. I purchased the Madelaine ...
A: Adding a secondary humidification device can indeed boost the humidor's humidity to a more proper ...
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| hoyo hundura vs hoyo cuba | 3/12/2008 |
Q: I've noticed that the Hoyo de Monterrey Double Corona is a popular brand, but i only have the ...
A: Cigars that use "Sixth Priming Ligero" tobacco are usually cigars that have rich dark wrapper leaves ...
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| hoyo hundura vs hoyo cuba | 3/12/2008 |
Q: I've noticed that the Hoyo de Monterrey Double Corona is a popular brand, but i only have the ...
A: Yes, there's a difference between Cuban tobacco and Non-Cuban tobacco. The Cuban Hoyo de Monterrey ...
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| Aging Cigars | 3/12/2008 |
Q: I was just wondering what brands of cigars are best for aging and how long before they will be ready ...
A: Whether they're Cuban cigars or Non-Cuban cigars, the best cigars for aging are medium to ...
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| humidification device | 3/11/2008 |
Q: James, I have my humidification device on the lid of the humi. Should I move it. If so, this means ...
A: It's perfectly fine to store cigars of different brands/countries together. If you prefer, you can ...
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| My cigars are swelling | 3/11/2008 |
Q: My cigars swelled. I couldn't figure out why my boxed shaped cigars were rounding out. Then ...
A: No, it's best to start with 50/50. After you've added the 50/50 mixture, allow your humidor to sit ...
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| Best cigar shops in Toronto | 3/10/2008 |
Q: Sort of a local question as I know your from the area. What are the best cigar shops in the GTA?
A: In Toronto, the best shops are: La Casa Del Habanos Thomas Hinds Sleuth & Statesman Tobacco Haven ...
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| Strong cubans and a mold problem | 3/10/2008 |
Q: Yee, I'm a cigar smoker based out of Bangalore, India who has been hooked on to cuban cigars for ...
A: To answer your questions: A. If you are looking for full-bodied, mainstream Cuban cigar brands, I ...
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| My cigars are swelling | 3/10/2008 |
Q: My cigars swelled. I couldn't figure out why my boxed shaped cigars were rounding out. Then ...
A: Yes, remove your cigars from the Ziploc bags. Keeping your cigars in the bags will prevent your ...
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| My cigars are swelling | 3/10/2008 |
Q: My cigars swelled. I couldn't figure out why my boxed shaped cigars were rounding out. Then ...
A: No, you will not lose any flavour or quality in your cigars but if your cigars continue to swell, ...
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| partagas or? | 3/9/2008 |
Q: I just came back from the partagas factory in havana and they gave me 2 free cigars after buying ...
A: Your mystery cigars are most definitely Robusto-sized but without any cigar bands, it's hard to tell ...
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| Humidor Humidity | 3/7/2008 |
Q: Mr. Yee, First of all, I've been reading a lot of your answers to other cigar aficionados and ...
A: It's possible that the glass top is causing the problem. Some humidors with glass top lids have ...
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| Persistant moldy odor in humidor | 3/7/2008 |
Q: I have a large Savinelli humidor (upright, glass door, 5 shelves and room for a couple boxes below). ...
A: A "musty" odor inside your humidor is actually a natural and common occurrence with most humidors. ...
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| Aging Cigars over a year | 3/4/2008 |
Q: It's been a while since my last question but I was wondering how I can tell if my cigars are aging ...
A: The amount of plume that develops depends entirely on the tobacco used in the cigar. A dark, oily ...
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| small walk-in humidor | 2/29/2008 |
Q: I am designing a walk-in humidor in my client's Bel Air, California residence. I have done some ...
A: Yes, considering the small size of the walk-in humidor, it can be very easy for the humidity to ...
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| Cohibas | 2/29/2008 |
Q: I was recently in Cuba (I'm Canadian) and puchased 25 siglo III and 25 siglo IV. I have been ...
A: The packaging sounds spot on but I tend to overlook the packaging details now because counterfeiters ...
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| Storing/aging cigars | 2/27/2008 |
Q: I keep my cigars in their original wood boxes--some SLB's, some 2 layer "presentation boxes" in ...
A: If your cigars feel a bit dry, you can slightly increase the humidity to something more to your ...
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| Mold? | 2/27/2008 |
Q: I recently received a new humidor as a gift. I followed the instructions for "proper use" when I ...
A: If the substance is contained within (or growing on) the humidifier, then it is most likely mold ...
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| Top 10 smokes | 2/26/2008 |
Q: I tried 3 saint luis rey Regios cab of 50 and then bought a box of 25, But they just dont taste the ...
A: The reason why your dress box of Regios taste different than your cabinet box of Regios could be the ...
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| Humidor Re-Seasoning | 2/26/2008 |
Q: James, Seasoned a new humidor (150 ct). Damp sponge and humidification devices (2-4oz Humistat ...
A: Is your hygrometer properly calibrated? Conduct a salt test on the hygrometer and see if it reads ...
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| humidor behavior during winter | 2/25/2008 |
Q: I live in Toronto. Our winters are cold and very dry. My humidor works fine 9 months out of the year ...
A: Don't worry, this is quite normal and many people do experience this humidity drop with their ...
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| Single Cohiba | 2/22/2008 |
Q: I was given a Cohiba cigar that looks to be an Esplendido by the measurements. It is in a glass tube ...
A: As far as I know, Cuban Cohiba cigars are not packaged in glass tubes so if the cigar has a Cuban ...
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| Montecristo from D.R. | 2/21/2008 |
Q: Yee, I have the possibility to buy an unopened box of 25 Dominican Montecristo numero uno for 75$ ...
A: To answer your question, Dominican Montecristos will not taste like Cuban Montecristos. D.R. ...
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| cuban cigars illegal or not | 2/19/2008 |
Q: are true cuban cigars really illegal to the u.s or aren't they. If they are then why. If there not ...
A: Cuban cigars are indeed considered illegal in the United States. They're illegal because of the ...
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| Cohiba Robusto | 2/19/2008 |
Q: I recently had a friend go to Jamaica and she brought me back a couple of cigars. The one I have a ...
A: It's really hard to determine a cigar's authenticity without visually examining it, inside and out. ...
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| humidity level | 2/19/2008 |
Q: I currently have a humidor with about 50 cigars in it, My humidity level is around 78-80, is that ...
A: Your humidor's humidity should not exceed 74% humidity. (67-74% is the safe range for your cigars ...
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| Soft when pressed | 2/18/2008 |
Q: Just wanted to ask that some of my cigars can be soft when pressed, it springs back to shape, so are ...
A: To answer your questions: 1/ If the cigar springs back to shape, then it is perfectly fine. ...
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| Knowledge/Info about pluming cigars | 2/18/2008 |
Q: Greetings James, I'm pretty new to the cigar world, but I have some questions regarding pluming ...
A: Cigar plume/bloom typically occurs on cigars that have very oily wrappers. The natural oil in the ...
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| seasoning humidor | 2/14/2008 |
Q: i just got my first humidor and i was wondering how often you have to season it. i was also ...
A: Normally, you only need to season your humidor just once but if your humidor eventally becomes bone ...
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| Humidity | 2/13/2008 |
Q: Does the number of cigars affect the humidity? I just bought a humidor and now I have 20 and still ...
A: What you should do is make sure your cigars do not crowd your humidification device inside your ...
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| Unravelling | 2/11/2008 |
Q: This is a quirky one. Why do cigars unravel when the uninitiated light te wrong end? The logic of ...
A: It's hard to explain this without visual aids but I'll try my best... When rolling a cigar, the ...
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| Aging cigars | 2/11/2008 |
Q: Is there any advice on what a person is to do when aging single cigars? This is what I usually buy ...
A: When aging single cigars, what you can do is keep your cigars organized by age and assign them ...
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| Temporary storage | 2/10/2008 |
Q: I have just been out a bought a single Romeo Y Julieta No. 3 Cigar. I am looking at smoking it in ...
A: Yes, keep the cigar in the cigar tube. Prolonged exposure to cold temperatures can cause a cigar to ...
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| Temporary storage | 2/10/2008 |
Q: I have just been out a bought a single Romeo Y Julieta No. 3 Cigar. I am looking at smoking it in ...
A: If you do not own a humidor and are planning to smoke the cigar within a week, you can just keep ...
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| Varying humidity readings | 2/8/2008 |
Q: I have bought a new 75 cigar capacity Adorini humidor and have been seasoning it for the past week ...
A: To answer your question, external environment humidity and temperature can indeed affect the ...
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| Humidor room - removing odors | 2/8/2008 |
Q: I am a property manager for a strip mall. One tenant had a cigar store with a walk in humidor room. ...
A: An electronic ozone air purifier will most definitely remove all residual odors within a few days. ...
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| Blue Mold | 2/5/2008 |
Q: I am a new cigar collector. I just brought back 2 boxes of Romeo Y Julita No 1 back from Cuba 2 ...
A: Cigar mold is often thick and fuzzy in texture and grows in random patches. It looks a lot like the ...
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| molded cigars | 2/4/2008 |
Q: If you have molded cigars and they are the exspensive ones can they be salvaged and what happens if ...
A: If you discover the mold growth early, there is a chance for your cigars to be saved. The first ...
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| de-mineralized water | 2/4/2008 |
Q: I was told I can put de-mineralized water into a compartment in the box the cigars were in from ...
A: suefenyves, When maintaining cigars, it is very important that you only use either 100% distilled ...
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| Cuban internet stores | 2/3/2008 |
Q: James...Have you or do you know anyone that has had any experiences with cigarsofhabanos.com, ...
A: Unfortunately, I have never shopped with any of those retailers before so I can't comment on them. ...
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| keeping fresh | 2/2/2008 |
Q: having trouble keeping my humidor above 60% humidity. what i was wondering if i could turn my old ...
A: First, if your humidor has not been seasoned yet, you should season it immediately and this should ...
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| Humidor Humidity | 2/2/2008 |
Q: Mr. Yee, First of all, I've been reading a lot of your answers to other cigar aficionados and ...
A: Because digital hygrometers are more accurate than analog hygrometers, it’s always best to trust ...
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| my humidor problems | 2/2/2008 |
Q: i was givin a humidor box for x-mas, it came with its typical humidor elements. I was in florida ...
A: Yes, that's correct. If hygrometer reads 68% after the salt test, then it is 7% out of sync so ...
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| Good cigar books | 2/2/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could recommend any good cigar books. Of course, I'm still waiting on yours ...
A: I’m glad you picked up Min Ron Nee’s book. Without a doubt, it’s the ultimate book on Cuban cigar ...
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| Cigar store reccomendation | 2/1/2008 |
Q: My anniversary is coming up in a week and were currently living at a hospital in San Francisco ...
A: I've always liked that name) I'm not very familiar with the San Francisco area (I'm actually in ...
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| www.Cubanhabanoscigars.net | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I purchase box of Montecristo Robustos from www.CubanHabanosCigars.net on 1/12/08 and have yet to ...
A: Unfortunately CubanHabanosCigars.net has developed a reputation of having poor customer service and ...
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| Csonka Digital Hygrometer | 2/1/2008 |
Q: Mr. Yee: Recently, I purchased a Csonka digital hygrometer. The company claims that the hygrometer ...
A: To answer your questions, I know of Csonka hygrometers and it's a reputable brand but I've never ...
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| Wood Mites | 1/31/2008 |
Q: I have seen wood mites on cigars from a vendor recently. I know these are not tobacco beetles as I ...
A: Wood/tobacco mites are indeed very harmless and while they have been known to feed on the vegetable ...
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| Calibrating a Built-In Hygrometer | 1/30/2008 |
Q: I just purchased my first humidor and I have begun the seasoning process. I've been humidifying the ...
A: The first thing you should do is check with the documentation (if any) that came with your humidor ...
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| Purchasing cigars in Jamaica | 1/30/2008 |
Q: I hope you can help me, I have friends going to Jamaica, and I am hoping to get them to bring me ...
A: I'm not very familiar with cigar stores in Jamaica but what I can do is give you the contact info ...
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| freshness of cigars | 1/28/2008 |
Q: Is it best to take cigars out of cellophane wrappers before putting into humidor?
A: It's optional and totally safe for you to keep your cigars in their original plastic wrappers and/or ...
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| rejuvinating | 1/27/2008 |
Q: I was given a gift from a Canadian friend. They are cuban cohibas and the box was sealed. When I ...
A: To answer your question, it is definitely possible to restore dry cigars. If you own a humidor, ...
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| Humidity level | 1/26/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a new humidor and seasoned it following the directions from one of your ...
A: The first thing you need to do is make sure your hygrometer (if analog) is accurate and properly ...
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| Favorite? | 1/24/2008 |
Q: My favorite cigar has to be the Cohiba. I like to keep my individuality, but what is your favorite, ...
A: My favourite Cuban brand is Partagas. Partagas is my favourite brand because I love the strong ...
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| cigar draw | 1/23/2008 |
Q: mister James Yee, thank you for your previous answer about cigar investment. I told you I was ...
A: Even those your Vegueros may seem tightly rolled, it's possible that they might actually be OK so ...
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| cigarellos | 1/22/2008 |
Q: I am relatively new to the fun world of "stogies". I have been keeping a modest supply of stock in a ...
A: To answer your question, it's perfectly fine to store cigarillos in your humidor along with your ...
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| humidification | 1/19/2008 |
Q: I have a humidor that is about 12"H X14"D X20"W. I have a cigar oasis keeping it humified and ...
A: More frequent humidity loss during the winter months is pretty common and rather than adding a ...
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| Humidifier Mold | 1/19/2008 |
Q: I recently received a new 200 count humidor as a gift. I Filled the humidifiers (2) with distilled ...
A: That is definitely a form of mold. What you should first do is make sure that your hygrometer is ...
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| New humidor and Oasis | 1/19/2008 |
Q: I just purchased a new Oasis XL and a new 120 cigar humidor. The humidor comes with a large ...
A: Whether or not you should remove it is entirely up to you. Most people prefer to remove it for ...
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| cigar investment | 1/17/2008 |
Q: James, first of all, congratulations on your hobby, passion and expertise, you make me jealous!!! ...
A: Cigars and cigar smoking is not just a hobby to me but also a strong passion and serious endeavour. ...
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| seasoning a new humidor | 1/15/2008 |
Q: What is the best way to season a new humidor? I have read conflicting articles regarding wiping ...
A: Either method is perfectly fine. I personally prefer to spray and wipe down the humidor because ...
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| cigar storage | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I will be getting a couple of boxes of cigars and do not know where I will be storing them as my ...
A: It's perfectly safe to keep your cigars in their original cellophane wrappers and cigar tubes while ...
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| old cuban cigars | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I am cleaning on a very old house. And we have found several old boxes of Cuban Cigars. They are ...
A: Unfortunately, I do not provide cigar appraisals and cannot even give a ballpark figure without a ...
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| old cuban cigars | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I am cleaning on a very old house. And we have found several old boxes of Cuban Cigars. They are ...
A: If the cigars or the cigar boxes are not damaged in any way, they can definitely be sold to ...
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| Hygrometer & Solutions | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I hope this finds you well. A couple quick questions if you please... First, how do you feel about ...
A: To answer your question, pre-mixed humidifier solutions are very effective and useful; especially if ...
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| Humidor Emergency | 1/6/2008 |
Q: I have two humidors, both were expensive and I went through a patient breaking in process with them, ...
A: It sounds like your humidity is a bit too high (due to the humid Tampa environment) so what you ...
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| White Mold on Humidifier | 1/5/2008 |
Q: I use a humidor that holds about a hundred cigars and noticed white mold on the outside on the ...
A: White mold is usually an indication that the humidity inside your humidor is either too high or that ...
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| Trip to Cuba - Cigars | 1/3/2008 |
Q: James, I read your profile and some of your answers and I'm certainly very impressed with your ...
A: Igor, Cuban rum, cognac, mojitos, icewine and port goes incredibly well with cigars. For ...
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| Trip to Cuba - Cigars | 1/3/2008 |
Q: James, I read your profile and some of your answers and I'm certainly very impressed with your ...
A: Yes, Fonseca is definitely one of the mildest brands in Cuba. Other premium Cuban brands that are ...
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| A few novice questions | 1/1/2008 |
Q: Hey there, let me first say I'm a novice when it comes to cigars, so forgive me if i sound like an ...
A: To answer your questions: 1/ Tap water can actually ruin a humidor as the water has mineral ...
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| Problem? | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a new Diamond Crown humidifier and mistakenly added a 50/50 solution. After ...
A: First, it's perfectly common for a humidor's humidity to temporarily dip and peak after it has just ...
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| Legitimate Cuban Cigar Distributors | 12/27/2007 |
Q: James, I've read a number of your responses to varied questions regarding legitimate cuban cigar ...
A: To answer your question, authorized Habanos SA distributors do keep a list of authorized retailers ...
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| Placement of humidifaction device in glass top humidors | 12/27/2007 |
Q: Hey- Just wondering were is the best place to stick the humidification device in a glass top ...
A: Yes, placing the humidification unit at the side(s) is perfectly fine. You may also place the ...
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| Bead/Gel questions | 12/21/2007 |
Q: As far as Gel beads and crystal beads go, when using them in a humidification device, is their any ...
A: When using gel or bead-based humidification devices, you do not need to add Propylene Glycol or a ...
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| Cuban Cigar | 12/19/2007 |
Q: I received a cigar as a gift. The band has a gold R on a circular field of red (possibly maroon) ...
A: That cigar is a Vegas Robaina "Don Alejandro" double corona. The brand "Vegas Robaina" (pronounced ...
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| Ready To Smoke Cigars | 12/19/2007 |
Q: I recently bought several different kinds of single Cuban smokes in hopes of finding a few that will ...
A: All premium Cuban cigars do taste great straight out of the box. It's true that aging cigars does ...
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| mold on wood, not cigars. | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I had mold on the dividers that are in top tray of my humidors.The dividers were very close to the ...
A: While you are cleaning your humidor(s), you can also place the humidification devices in another ...
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| CIGAR DIST | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I have am interested in selling cigars and am trying to find a cigar distributor. Can you advise of ...
A: To distribute Cuban cigars, you will need to contact Habanos SA and find out which authorized ...
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| Internet buying | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I am always looking on line to get a good deal on cubans. I live in Ab Canada and I am hoping that ...
A: I have not ordered from cigarchief.com/cigar-smoke.com before but it's true, Native Reserves do not ...
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| Building a walk-in humidor | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I have a liquor store and my cigar sales have increased gradually.I'm now ready to venture into ...
A: You can contact a contractor but if you’re interested in building the cigar room/walk-in humidor ...
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| Feelings brought about from cigars | 12/16/2007 |
Q: I have been an off and on(mostly off) cigar smoker since i was in 8th grade, back then I thankfully ...
A: If you inhale cigar smoke, then it's not uncommon for you to feel light-headed. Cigar smoke can be ...
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| Bidest water | 12/14/2007 |
Q: Where can one purchase double distilled water? I live on a tropical island, and the quality of our ...
A: Double-distilled water can be found at most pharmacies/drug stores, supermarkets and chemistry ...
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| Moldy Cigar, Strange Situation | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I'm not sure where to go with this. I found little mold spores on my Romeo y Julietta tubed cigar. I ...
A: If the packet you used to calibrate your humidifier contains Propylene Glycol, what you should do is ...
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| Follow-Up Question | 12/10/2007 |
Q: your answer was of inavuable help. I had one last question I hoped you could help me with. I checked ...
A: While reputable cigar companies do tell the truth to maintain their brand(s) reputation, it’s not ...
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| cuban cigars | 12/10/2007 |
Q: Have you any information of a website called World Habano selling cuban cigars out of costa rica? ...
A: I'm sure there are online reference guides/sources for properly identifying genuine Cuban cigar box ...
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| cuban cigars | 12/9/2007 |
Q: Have you any information of a website called World Habano selling cuban cigars out of costa rica?
A: I have not ordered from the before but I have been told that they are absolutely NOT legitmate. If ...
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| Cigar Questions | 12/9/2007 |
Q: Could you please tell me, do mass-market or machine made cigars need to be humidified? I usually ...
A: To ensure that the cigars taste fresh, burn evenly and have flavour, all PREMIUM machine-made cigars ...
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| My first box... | 12/9/2007 |
Q: I have only been smoking cigars from Aug07 and had few different cigars, But i've only bought ...
A: If you’re sure the shops are all reputable and genuine, then the only thing you need to look for ...
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| Loss of CIgar Flavor | 12/8/2007 |
Q: I seem to be finding that my (quality) cigars tend to not be as flavorful after they have been in my ...
A: Yes, insufficient humidity can actually cause a cigar to taste bland. The more dry a cigar is, the ...
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| Loss of CIgar Flavor | 12/8/2007 |
Q: I seem to be finding that my (quality) cigars tend to not be as flavorful after they have been in my ...
A: Cigars can actually soften and mellow in flavour and strength the longer they're aged. If you have ...
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| Cuban Cigar Date | 12/8/2007 |
Q: On a recent trip to Cuba I purchased a few different brands of Cuban Cigars in 5 packs to test ...
A: To answer your questions: 1/ Unfortunately, it's not possible to determine the age of the cigars by ...
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| cigar freshness | 12/5/2007 |
Q: I have a box of CAO commemorative cigars still sealed in the plastic wrap. they are Fabrica de ...
A: Even though the box of cigars are still sealed in plastic wrap, they can lose moisture over time. ...
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| Moldy Cigar, Strange Situation | 12/4/2007 |
Q: I'm not sure where to go with this. I found little mold spores on my Romeo y Julietta tubed cigar. I ...
A: Mold is usually white, off-white, blue, green or bluish-green in colour. It forms in random ...
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| Slightly Damaged Humidor | 12/3/2007 |
Q: James - I've read through many many posts on this board and haven't found anything relevant. I ...
A: A split in a corner joint can actually worsen over time and split even further so it's important ...
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| Storing different brands of cigar together | 12/3/2007 |
Q: I have recently purchased many kind of cigars which includes ( Montecristo , Cohiba , Trinidad , ...
A: Yes, it's perfectly safe to store different brands of Cuban cigars in the same humidor. In fact, ...
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| quality humidors | 12/1/2007 |
Q: first off, just want to say thanks for all of you answers to the many questions out there. I know ...
A: To answer your questions: 1/ Inexpensive humidors usually does means cheaper quality but this ...
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| online purchasing of cuban cigars | 11/30/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased two boxes of cuban cigars from Puro Express. I looked for a water mark which is ...
A: Gardu, I have not ordered from PuroExpress.com before but I know people that have and they seem ...
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| storing cigars | 11/28/2007 |
Q: i was recently give a box of Cohiba's as a gift, but do not have a humidor. is there an alternative ...
A: What I recommend is that you keep your box of cigars in a "humi-pouch". Humi-pouches are basically ...
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| hygrometers | 11/27/2007 |
Q: I purchased a new hygrometer and put it in humidor.then i calibrated the old one it was accurate ...
A: Kurt, What you should do is double check to make sure both hygrometers are accurate and properly ...
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| cigars | 11/21/2007 |
Q: I have some cigars that have like green stain patches on them and i'm wondering if this is normal or ...
A: Cigar mold is usually in the form of thick fuzzy patches (much like mold that grows on spoiled ...
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| humidors & cigar oasis | 11/19/2007 |
Q: then there is a seprate drawer on the bottom that is about 4 " deep X 12 X 18. The oasis works great ...
A: If you add a 50/50 propylene glycol and distilled water mixture, the humidity will balance out at ...
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| humidors & cigar oasis | 11/19/2007 |
Q: then there is a seprate drawer on the bottom that is about 4 " deep X 12 X 18. The oasis works great ...
A: Based on the humidor dimensions you mentioned, the cigar oasis should be more than enough to ...
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| Salivation when smoking cigars | 11/16/2007 |
Q: Mr. Yee, When I smoke cigars, I have the often distasteful habit of salivating a great deal, ...
A: Having the urge to constantly spit while smoking is not an uncommon problem. This usually occurs ...
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| Cigar prices in different locations | 11/14/2007 |
Q: Could you tell what would be the price differences for buying a box of decent quality Cuban cigars ...
A: Prices can greatly vary by country. For example, a genuine box of 25 Montecristo #4 (petit corona) ...
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| mail order cigars | 11/13/2007 |
Q: I was hoping you had some information about whether certain retailers sell genuine habanos. I have ...
A: Michael, I have not ordered from these websites but I do know people that have and they seem very ...
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| humidity/temperature in cold climate | 11/9/2007 |
Q: I live in Scotland, and it's quite chilly here at the moment. I keep my humidor in a room without ...
A: It may be possible that your larger cigars (the brittle ones) are not receiving enough humidity; ...
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| humidity/temperature in cold climate | 11/9/2007 |
Q: I live in Scotland, and it's quite chilly here at the moment. I keep my humidor in a room without ...
A: Michael, Here’s an excerpt from ASC cigar group’s FAQ that explains how low temperature should not ...
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| humidity/temperature in cold climate | 11/9/2007 |
Q: I live in Scotland, and it's quite chilly here at the moment. I keep my humidor in a room without ...
A: The humidity in your humidor MUST be between 69-73% humidity, regardless of humidor temperature. ...
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| Humidor | 11/7/2007 |
Q: I would like to know how to maintain humidity of humidor to 70% during winter months. During the ...
A: As the weather gets colder, the indoor temperature of your home will increase and this can greatly ...
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| Internet buying | 11/4/2007 |
Q: I have a collection of around 500 or so cigars, all cuban. I do not collect as an investment more ...
A: To answer your questions: 1. It’s perfectly fine to keep cigars of varying wrapper shades together ...
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| humidity/cigars | 10/29/2007 |
Q: I have recently comeback from Cuba with 200 cigars, incuding 75 Splendidosand 50 Montecristo Number ...
A: Akhil, The amount of veins on a wrapper leaf doesn't mean anything. Typically tobacco leaves used ...
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| Smoking machine | 10/28/2007 |
Q: This will undoubtedly be the most bizarre question you will ever receive. When I smoke a cigar I ...
A: Yes, this is definitely a bizarre question but I think I have the answer that you’re looking for. ...
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| Cuban Cigars for my Wedding | 10/24/2007 |
Q: I am getting married in Bermuda next Summer. I would love to buy a great bottle of Scotch and some ...
A: The most popular Cuban cigars to hand out at weddings are Montecristo #4, Romeo y Julieta Mille ...
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| Humidor humidity | 10/24/2007 |
Q: after your help last time I am back with another question! I bought a humidor and followed the ...
A: What you should do is add a 50/50 mixture of Propylene Glycol (PG) and distilled water to your ...
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| dried out cigars | 10/24/2007 |
Q: I recently came across a box of Romeo y Julieta no.1 cuban cigars dated 2003. They are still in ...
A: Dry cigars – no matter how old or dry they are - can definitely be saved. What you should do is ...
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| Cohiba Cuban cigars | 10/22/2007 |
Q: Long story short I have 1 box Cohiba Panetelas (5) and 1 box Coronas (10). I want to get what I paid ...
A: eBay forbids the sale of tobacco on their website and will automatically flag and remove auctions ...
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| cigar ageing | 10/21/2007 |
Q: I am asking the best way to age cigars if it is in the boxes they come in, or take them out of the ...
A: When aging cigars, it’s personal preference as to whether or not you should remove the cigars from ...
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| How do you know if you're inhaling cigar smoke | 10/17/2007 |
Q: So over the past year and half now, I've been smoking cigars and I knew right away that your not ...
A: Cigar smoke is a strong irritant so the first sign that you’re inhaling smoke is usually a gag ...
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| Montecristo #2 box | 10/15/2007 |
Q: I have a box of Montecristo #2 with the tiendas intur stamp but no date stamps or factory stamps at ...
A: That’s an interesting box. “Tiendas Intur” boxes are usually intended for sale within the Cuban ...
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| Ghurkha Grand Rreserve | 10/15/2007 |
Q: I just returned from a Caribbean cruise and brought back 6 Gurkha Grand Reserve Robustos. They are ...
A: Flavoured cigars, especially ones that have a powerful aroma, can indeed infuse their scent onto ...
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| humidity/cigars | 10/15/2007 |
Q: I have recently comeback from Cuba with 200 cigars, incuding 75 Splendidosand 50 Montecristo Number ...
A: Storing cigars in a regular cabinet would not be the best option. Even if the natural environment ...
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| Disputing charges | 10/14/2007 |
Q: I was unlucky enough to order from CubanHabanosCigars.net, and when I received a suspicious box of ...
A: After you’ve emailed the merchant, what you should do is wait a few days and give ...
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| Storage questions | 10/10/2007 |
Q: I have recently been to Cuba and returned with a number of cigars - some are just in Aluminium tubes ...
A: For now, storing your cigars in the humi-pouches while they’re in their original cigar tubes and ...
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| humidores | 10/9/2007 |
Q: I recently returned from Cuba with some nice cigars, Cohiba , Monte cristos and Romeo y julieta's. I ...
A: The good news is that the temperature in your humidor is perfect so the only thing we need to focus ...
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| cohiba esplendido III | 10/6/2007 |
Q: i bought a case of esplendido III from a reliable source in Cuba, and though im not an expert, i do ...
A: Don’t worry, an irregular burn is not a definite sign that your cigars are fake. A lot genuine ...
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| humidity level in humidor | 10/6/2007 |
Q: I've put my cigars in a large plastic container, with a tight fitting lid. I've got the Caliber III ...
A: This is a common problem when storing cigars in plastic storage containers or Tupperware containers. ...
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| canadiancigar.com | 10/6/2007 |
Q: James, Have you heard of this company, Canadian Cigar Company, at the above website. I am planning ...
A: I have not ordered from Canadiancigar.com before but according to their website, they are an ...
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| San Cristobal de la Habana | 10/4/2007 |
Q: I've just started to get into smoking cigars seriously and have started to sample various brands. I ...
A: I absolutely love San Cristobal cigars. My favourite size is the La Fuerza. San Cristobal de La ...
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| Puro Express | 10/4/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a box of 10 Montecristo Petit Edmundos from PuroExpress.com. I am trying to ...
A: I have not ordered or sampled cigars from puroexpress.com before but I do know a few people that ...
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| Fake Cuban Cigars sold individually | 10/2/2007 |
Q: I just want to know are real Cuban cigars sold individually and if so are they wrapped individually?
A: Yes, genuine Cuban cigars can be sold and wrapped individually but it would depend on the brand and ...
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| Baby Cigar - It's Girl! | 9/27/2007 |
Q: I like cigars, but never got educated in them, but have had some nice ones; cuban, philipino, ...
A: When handing out cigars to celebrate the birth of a child, it’s always important to hand out cigars ...
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| store humidor | 9/25/2007 |
Q: james my partner and I are opening another cigar lounge.we are considering an idear that we saw in ...
A: Building an enclosed walk-in humidor isolated from the lounge/bar would definitely be the best ...
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| Keeping cigars fresh | 9/23/2007 |
Q: My mother purchased 2 very expensive Cuban Cigars, for my husband, for his Christmas present, from ...
A: What you can do is store your cigars in something called a "humi-pouch". Humi-pouches are basically ...
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| Plume | 9/21/2007 |
Q: My neighbor has asked me to be more considerate with my cigar smoking as the "plume, and foul ...
A: Visibility-wise, it is very unlikely that your cigar’s smoke plume would remain intact and drift 75 ...
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| Storing cigars cheaply | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I am just a beginner cigar lover. I just today, bought a tin of some sugar-tipped hand-rolled cigar ...
A: Not wanting to invest in a humidor is perfectly understandable so there are inexpensive cigar ...
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| ordering cubans online | 9/18/2007 |
Q: I have found a site on the internet called Go2cubancigars, and it says that they deliver any where ...
A: Yes, I’ve been told that international packages are screened more often; especially if the contents ...
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| ordering cubans online | 9/17/2007 |
Q: I have found a site on the internet called Go2cubancigars, and it says that they deliver any where ...
A: When ordering cigars through mailorder, there is always a 50/50 chance that you may have to pay ...
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| Mold or Bloom? | 9/13/2007 |
Q: One of my cigars appears to have developed a grayish-green substance to the foot of the cigar (the ...
A: , Bloom/plume is typically dust-like in appearance. It’s often off-white or grey in colour, very ...
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| Habano Wrapper | 9/6/2007 |
Q: I have seen cigars listing Habano wrappers which are quite dark; are these the same as maduro? What ...
A: In the Cuban cigar industry, there really isn’t a “Habano wrapper” on the wrapper shade scale. The ...
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| Bad batch | 9/6/2007 |
Q: I got a cabinet of 25 Hoyo de Monterrey Flor Extrafina in Dubai a couple of weeks ago and as soon as ...
A: Whether or not you are able to return the cigars is entirely up to the store so check your purchase ...
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| Varadero, Cuba | 9/4/2007 |
Q: Just wondering if you have been to Varadero, Cuba and bought cigars there. I am going to Varadero ...
A: There's a La Casa Del Habanos (LCDH) shop in Varadero. Here's the address: LCDH - Varadero c/63 y ...
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| Cigars I may enjoy - Camacho Nacionales | 8/31/2007 |
Q: I'm new to the cigar world, and have happened across one that I enjoy very much. Based on my ...
A: I enjoy Camacho cigars as well and think you might like Padron's 2000/3000 line as well as Hoyo ...
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| NECESITO INFORMACION | 8/28/2007 |
Q: I HAVE 2 BOXES OF COHIBA ESPLENDIDOS CUBAN CIGGARS AND I WILL LIKE TO SALE IT, I NEED TO KNOW HOW OR ...
A: Juan, The best method of selling your Cuban cigars is to sell them privately. Visit NYC cigar ...
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| cuban question | 8/24/2007 |
Q: I know i hae asked a similar question before but you seem to know alot about it have you heard ...
A: I haven't ordered from TopCubans.com yet but a lot of people have and proudly vouch that the company ...
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| cohiba siglo I | 8/24/2007 |
Q: I recently smoked one of these and was just so much better than what i have smoked in the states. ...
A: Here are my top 10 all-time favourite non-Cuban cigar brands: 1. Fuente Opus X 2. 1964 Padron ...
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| Rejuvenate cigar | 8/24/2007 |
Q: I have had a Romeo y Julieta churchill en tubo (in the metal tube) for a little over a week. Do you ...
A: Cigars in cigar tubes normally begin to become dry after one week if left out of a humidor. What ...
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| cohiba siglo I | 8/24/2007 |
Q: I recently smoked one of these and was just so much better than what i have smoked in the states. ...
A: It's really hard to find a Dominican equal to the Cuban Cohiba Siglo line. Of course, taste is ...
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| New Humidor | 8/22/2007 |
Q: I just bought a humidor to store my cigars in. I do not have a hygrometer. How do I know that the ...
A: You will definitely need to buy a hygrometer. Without a hygrometer, there's really no way of ...
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| mold prevention | 8/20/2007 |
Q: I have a large cabinet humidor cigar oasis plus XL humidifier (refillable, using distilled water ...
A: Aside from Propylene Glycol (which will stabilize the humidity), there really isn't any type of ...
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| mold prevention | 8/20/2007 |
Q: I have a large cabinet humidor cigar oasis plus XL humidifier (refillable, using distilled water ...
A: Mold tends to form in humidors and on cigars when the humidor's humidity is greater than 75% so the ...
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| humidor construction | 8/19/2007 |
Q: I am a furniture maker with 34 years experience, but have never built a humidor until now. I will ...
A: Humidors typically don’t use a moisture barrier between the interior cedar and exterior wood so what ...
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| Davidoff Cuban Cigars | 8/18/2007 |
Q: I have some genuine Davidoff Cuban cigars which were part of my late father's collection. They date ...
A: There are always collectors interested in vintage Cuban cigars; especially Cuban Davidoffs. What I ...
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| cuban prices | 8/18/2007 |
Q: James how much would you say was an acceptable dollar amount for a box of cuban cigars to very from ...
A: Jim, This may sound complicated but I’ll try my best to explain it so bear with me. A slight dip ...
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| cigar feel | 8/18/2007 |
Q: james, what is the difference with a cigar that feels very tight like its packed so tight its ready ...
A: The difference between a hard cigar and a soft cigar is the way the cigar is rolled. All premium ...
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| Humidor concerns | 8/17/2007 |
Q: I'm getting a little concerned with my humidor. I have had bugs in the cigars once before and it was ...
A: The ideal environment for a humidor is “70/70”; 70% humidity and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. (75 degrees ...
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| cigars | 8/17/2007 |
Q: James have you head of or know anything about this site. It looks real but one never knows, right ...
A: Cuban cigar mail-order companies normally remove the bands and box so that American buyers are ...
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| cigars | 8/16/2007 |
Q: James have you head of or know anything about this site. It looks real but one never knows, right ...
A: I haven't ordered from that website before but I know a few people that have and they say that the ...
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| Cuban Montecristo's | 8/15/2007 |
Q: James, I acquired an unopened Box(25) of MONTECRISTO, PETIT TUBOS. My question is; Does the box ...
A: It’s perfectly fine to leave the box sealed. The box and cigar tubos are not airtight so your ...
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| Walk-in humidor | 8/14/2007 |
Q: I have a room that is 12x13 with a 17' ceiling that is maintained at a constant temperature of ...
A: Lowering the ceiling would definitely be more energy-efficient in terms of humidifying and ...
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| info on cigar store | 8/14/2007 |
Q: James can you provide any info on the following cigar shop CubanHabanosCigars.net I have searched ...
A: I actually do very little cigar mailorder because there's usually very little buyer protection - ...
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| info on cigar store | 8/14/2007 |
Q: James can you provide any info on the following cigar shop CubanHabanosCigars.net I have searched ...
A: I haven't ordered from CubanHabanosCigars.net before but I know that they ship their cigars from ...
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| New humidor humidity at 60% | 8/14/2007 |
Q: I purchased a new humidor (150 cigars, cedar wood 3 drawers, "spirit of st. louis" brand, analog ...
A: If your humidor does not need to be seasoned, then what you can do is add a 50/50 mixture of ...
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| Cuban Cigars | 8/13/2007 |
Q: James thank you for the reply. Last question, I have traveled to the islands and I have been to ...
A: Here are some things you can do to protect yourself when buying Cuban cigars: - Habanos SA ...
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| newest LE cuban cigars | 8/10/2007 |
Q: James: I received today 2 boxes of EL 2007 cigars, 1 Hoyo Regalos & 1 R&J Escudos. The box code on ...
A: I don’t recognize those factory codes but because these two boxes of cigars are fairly new (they’re ...
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| Cigars left in sun | 8/10/2007 |
Q: Rookie mistake i admit! I left the humidor in a spot were the sunlight would hit it and i forgot ...
A: There's really not much you can do now but let your cigars sit in your humidor and slowly re-adjust ...
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| Hygrometer question | 8/3/2007 |
Q: I purchases the Madeline Super Thin Digital. I was wondering if I do in fact switch it on/off ...
A: Digital hygrometers can indeed be left on continuously. Even if you leave the hygrometer on, the ...
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| dominican cigars | 7/30/2007 |
Q: I recently went to the dominican republic and purcahsed Dominican Republic Cohiba Esplendido ...
A: I'm not sure which version of Dominican Cohibas you purchased but there is a story behind the ...
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| Restoring old cuban cigars. | 7/29/2007 |
Q: my name is Carlos. My uncle brought back from Cuba a small box of cigars that I have saved in the ...
A: I would recommend that you eventually buy a humidor for proper cigar storage but for now, the ...
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| CIGARS PRODUCED FOR SALE W/I CUBA | 7/26/2007 |
Q: James: A follow up Q to my earlier one. I checked the bottom of the box and see to production ...
A: You did the right thing by contacting your credit card and disputing the charges. We need to put ...
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| CIGARS PRODUCED FOR SALE W/I CUBA | 7/25/2007 |
Q: James: A follow up Q to my earlier one. I checked the bottom of the box and see to production ...
A: I’m going to quote the merchant’s email in my response: They wrote: "For the codes it simple in ...
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| CIGARS PRODUCED FOR SALE W/I CUBA | 7/25/2007 |
Q: James: A follow up Q to my earlier one. I checked the bottom of the box and see to production ...
A: Unfortunately, I think you may have been duped as the box has two conflicting boxcodes. "EUN-FEB ...
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| CIGARS PRODUCED FOR SALE W/I CUBA | 7/25/2007 |
Q: James: I just received a box of Cohiba robustos and on the bottom of the box, in an ink stamp, is a ...
A: That ink stamp is legitimate. The ink stamp indicates that the box of cigars is for sale at the ...
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| Humidor is reading 60% humidity constantly | 7/25/2007 |
Q: I recently asked you about setting up a new humidor. I diligently seasoned the wood, added the 50/50 ...
A: First, see if you can add more distilled water to the humidification device. If you’re using a ...
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| Humidor | 7/25/2007 |
Q: I just received a box of J.L.. Salazar Torpedo cigars and they are individually wrapped in plastic. ...
A: It's optional and totally safe for you to keep your cigars in their original plastic wrappers (or ...
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| Newbie advice please :-) | 7/23/2007 |
Q: I wonder if you would have any special advice for a complete newbie about to try her first cigar :-) ...
A: First, congratulations on what sounds like a great trip to Cuba! I’m glad to hear you were able to ...
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| Humidors | 7/19/2007 |
Q: I just bought a Zino Acrylic Humidor and was wondering if I can put Spanish cedar in the Humidor? I ...
A: Yes, it's perfectly fine to put Spanish cedar in your acrylic humidor. In fact, the Spanish cedar ...
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| Cuban Cigars Produced for Cuban Sales | 7/19/2007 |
Q: James: I recently read an article in cigar encyclopedia about the ranking of cuban cigar vendors ...
A: I’m not familiar with this sticker (but I haven’t purchased cigars in Cuba in a few years now so I ...
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| Cuban Cigars Produced for Cuban Sales | 7/19/2007 |
Q: James: I recently read an article in cigar encyclopedia about the ranking of cuban cigar vendors ...
A: Cuban cigars produced for sale within Cuba will have a transparent, Cuba-exclusive hologram on the ...
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| Humidor Glue? | 7/17/2007 |
Q: I have a problem with a humidor where I cannot attach the credo to the roof of the humidor, where it ...
A: You can apply some double-sided tape to the back of the velcro strip and it should hold quite ...
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| Humidor Glue? | 7/17/2007 |
Q: I have a problem with a humidor where I cannot attach the credo to the roof of the humidor, where it ...
A: Because your credo may need servicing/maitenance in the future, it's best to not use any type of ...
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| Humidor | 7/17/2007 |
Q: I see that I should use a 50/50 mix of distilled water and solution for my humidifier. I need to ...
A: The first thing you should do is check any documentation that came with your humidor or ...
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| cellophane | 7/16/2007 |
Q: If cellophane is good for a cigar then why is it that I have never seen a Cuban cigar with ...
A: Actually, Cuban cigar companies do indeed wrap some of their cigars with cellophane but this ...
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| Cigar Preservation | 7/13/2007 |
Q: Mr. Yee, what is the longest length of time that a cigar can be preserved in a humidor? I realize ...
A: Though a cigar's flavour would eventually mellow over years of aging, a cigar can be preserved ...
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| New Humidor | 7/11/2007 |
Q: I have a new humidor just delivered to me. It has a sponge type humidifier, but came with crystals, ...
A: The plastic housing for the humidification device should open. Simply open the plastic housing and ...
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| New humidor dried out my cigars | 7/11/2007 |
Q: I just got a new humidor. I broke it in like I was told by charging the humidifier with distilled ...
A: This problem is quite common and often occurs in humidors that have not been fully seasoned (ie: ...
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| New Humidor | 7/11/2007 |
Q: I have a new humidor just delivered to me. It has a sponge type humidifier, but came with crystals, ...
A: Congratulations on your new humidor. The first thing you must do is make sure the humidor is ...
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| merchant from Costa Rico | 7/11/2007 |
Q: James: Like many out there, I am always looking for the best deals on Cuban cigars. Unfortunately, ...
A: I personally have not ordered from CubanHabanosCigars.net [yet] but I know several people that have ...
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| merchant from Costa Rico | 7/10/2007 |
Q: James: Like many out there, I am always looking for the best deals on Cuban cigars. Unfortunately, ...
A: I wouldn’t be too worried if I was you. It sounds like the merchant (who is known to sell ...
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| Cubans from Cuba | 7/10/2007 |
Q: I recently had someone bring me back some cigars from Cuba. This guy has been there before and ...
A: Cigars purchased in Cuba without any seals on the packaging could mean that the cigars were not ...
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| Sick after cigar smoking | 7/6/2007 |
Q: Well, tonight I had smoked my first cigar. I had smoked with my father in a relaxed setting. About ...
A: Cigar sickness is often temporary nausea (very short-term vomiting and feeling lightheaded) and ...
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| humidity level | 7/5/2007 |
Q: How are you doing? I have a question which is need for your advise. before my humidor has 75% RH ...
A: After adding PG to your humidor, you will need at least 1 to 2 weeks for the humidity to stabilize ...
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| Cuban Cigars | 7/1/2007 |
Q: What are the countries where Cuban cigars are legal. I will be in the Orient very soon. ANSWER: ...
A: The best (and safest) method to store cigars without a humidor is to purchase a "humi-pouch". ...
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| Cuban Cigars | 6/30/2007 |
Q: What are the countries where Cuban cigars are legal. I will be in the Orient very soon.
A: Cuban cigars are legal in every country except the United States (due to the US/Cuba Trade Embargo). ...
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| Humidor troubles | 6/26/2007 |
Q: Mr. Yee, First off, thanks for the hours of research you have saved me. I know this because I ...
A: I enjoy hearing from fellow cigar smokers and it’s comments like yours that makes my day. In ...
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| Cohiba Esplendidos | 6/24/2007 |
Q: I am a novice cigar aficionado and I have a question. A client of mine gave me a 25 box of ...
A: 99.9% of the time, counterfeit cigars are safe to smoke. The only difference between counterfeit ...
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| Cohiba Esplendidos | 6/24/2007 |
Q: I am a novice cigar aficionado and I have a question. A client of mine gave me a 25 box of ...
A: Unfortunately, those Cohiba Esplendidos are indeed counterfeit. Cohiba does not package any of ...
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| Soft Cigars | 6/22/2007 |
Q: I have a humidor and I have noticed that the cigars that are not in plastic wrappers are becoming ...
A: The first thing you should do is check to see if your hygrometer is still properly calibrated. If ...
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| Plastic Wrappers on Cigars | 6/17/2007 |
Q: I often go to Philippines to go scuba diving. I often bring back some of their local cigars which I ...
A: It's optional and totally safe for you to keep your cigars in their original plastic wrappers and/or ...
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| humidor circulation | 6/16/2007 |
Q: I bought a humidor a couple of months ago it is called The Enthusiast it has two trays that lift ...
A: Typically, larger humidors (400+ capacity) will work best with an electronic humidifier – such as a ...
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| ria cigars | 6/12/2007 |
Q: i viewed a recent question involving "ria" cigars. my father also gets these foil covered cigars ...
A: Rea cigars (the brand is often mispelled by people as being "Ria") are low-end cigars made in Canada ...
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| How to Relight a Cigar | 6/9/2007 |
Q: My cigars frequently go out due to pauses in smoking. Is there a method of caring for or smoking ...
A: To keep your cigar lit while smoking, the general rule of thumb is to take at least one full puff of ...
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| Best humidor for the price | 6/6/2007 |
Q: James, I have recently been buying a good amount of cigars and I usually have around 75-100 in my ...
A: I don't own any Craftsman Bench humidors myself but I know a couple of people that do and they swear ...
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| Uncontrollable Humidity Levels | 6/4/2007 |
Q: I wrote about 2 weeks ago inquiring how to bring down my humidity and temp levels. I originally ...
A: Yes, definitely move your humidor to a cooler room; away from a window or direct indoor light source ...
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| Uncontrollable Humidity Levels | 6/4/2007 |
Q: I wrote about 2 weeks ago inquiring how to bring down my humidity and temp levels. I originally ...
A: Tony, First, check your digital hygrometer's instruction manual to see if it requires calibration. ...
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| fake cuban? | 5/26/2007 |
Q: James, Have you ever heard of a Partagas Serie D No 5? ANSWER: Hi Craig, A Partagas Serie D 5 did ...
A: One of the clear signs of a true vintage cigar would be the appearance. The cigar(s) would look ...
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| hello again | 5/26/2007 |
Q: James, I noticed a post that you made where you spoke of a Spanish Cedar tray that keeps your cigars ...
A: Brass nails should do the trick as they won’t rust and at best, will simply tarnish over the years. ...
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| Cuban Cohiba Esplendidos | 5/24/2007 |
Q: Hope you're well. I've recently returned to Ireland from Cuba where I purchased a box of Cohiba ...
A: Cohiba is the most counterfeited Cuban cigar brand in the world and yes, there are definitely levels ...
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| Need suggestions please | 5/22/2007 |
Q: Been reading your posts for many weeks now and I appreciate the wealth of information you have to ...
A: Some great non-Cubans that I like to recommend are Padron 2000/3000, Macanudo Maduros, Hoyo de ...
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| Need suggestions please | 5/21/2007 |
Q: Been reading your posts for many weeks now and I appreciate the wealth of information you have to ...
A: 1. For the next step for a novice smoker, I would suggest that you continue to build your cigar ...
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| How to bring humidor humidity down? | 5/21/2007 |
Q: I had an analog hygrometer that was consistently staying at %70 humidity. After reading that digital ...
A: It sounds like you might not have enough Propylene Glycol in your solution. The initial dosage ...
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| Roaina vs Monte Cristo | 5/19/2007 |
Q: I was on the island last week. I tasted a Robaina Famosos. A quite good cigar to my taste. Since I'm ...
A: long time no write. ;) I'm happy to hear that you visited Cuba last week. As for Vegas Robaina... ...
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| box of cuban cohibas | 5/18/2007 |
Q: i have a box of cohiba esplendidos that has a glass top. i have read a bunch of stories online that ...
A: Unfortunately, your Cohiba cigars are indeed fake. The reason why they're definitely fake is ...
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| Mail/web order Cigars in Canada | 5/15/2007 |
Q: I've got my humidor running PERFECTLY, thanks to you, and I am looking to expand my cigar selection. ...
A: Glad to hear your humidor is working perfectly now. As for cigars, because cigar prices are so high ...
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| cigar storage | 5/10/2007 |
Q: I recently went to Cuba and of course I had to pick up some cigars. I don't have a humidor but I've ...
A: The cedar in your tupperdor must be natural and untreated "Spanish cedar" and not any other type of ...
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| Opus X | 5/7/2007 |
Q: I've heard that these "opus X" cigars are very good. The place near my house sells these cigars for ...
A: Fuente Opus X is made by Arturo Fuente and it is their flagship cigar. The cigar is produced in ...
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| Hoja cigars | 5/5/2007 |
Q: I just got as a gift about 15 small Hoja yellow label cigars, each cigar is about 3 inches long. I ...
A: Hoja Yellow Label cigars are Cuban-seed cigars but are in no way considered "authentic Cuban ...
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| Humidors | 5/4/2007 |
Q: So I am looking to buy my first humidor and I have no idea what I need or what I should be looking ...
A: No problem, I'm glad to help and you can ask as many questions as you want. If you can't finish a ...
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| Humidors | 5/4/2007 |
Q: So I am looking to buy my first humidor and I have no idea what I need or what I should be looking ...
A: What you can do is purchase a "Humi-Pouch" to store your cigars until you buy a humidor. ...
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| 2006 cfcf humidor | 5/2/2007 |
Q: i just bought the 2006 cfcf humidor. i was wondering who its made by. it says its made in china, ...
A: "CFCF" stands for "Cigar Family Charitable Foundation" and this 2006 limited edition humidor was ...
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| Humidor Problems | 4/30/2007 |
Q: I have a 100ct humidor that's been seasoned using the spray down method for 5 days until it was ...
A: It definitely sounds like the humidity is leaking out due to the faulty construction so you'll need ...
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| Worms in the Humidor | 4/30/2007 |
Q: I own a Humidor closet 100/64/54cm with 7 drawers. Today after years of using it I discovered cigars ...
A: The holes are actually created by tobacco beetles when the humidor's temperature is too high. Do ...
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| Humidor Problems | 4/30/2007 |
Q: I have a 100ct humidor that's been seasoned using the spray down method for 5 days until it was ...
A: 68% to 73% humidity in your humidor is considered the safe zone for storing cigars so as long as ...
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| First cigar | 4/30/2007 |
Q: Hey James, I have been wanting to try cigar smoking for quite a while - but we don't have a real ...
A: Calixo Lopez is a low-end cigar brand produced in the Philippines and the brand itself is rather ...
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| Dry cigars | 4/28/2007 |
Q: Is there anything that can bring back the moisture level in a cigar once it has dried out I have ...
A: To restore your cigars, all you need to do is let them sit in your properly-maintained humidor (at ...
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| Humidors | 4/28/2007 |
Q: So I am looking to buy my first humidor and I have no idea what I need or what I should be looking ...
A: When buying a humidor, avoid buying online from places like eBay. Always try to buy locally because ...
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| St Martin | 4/27/2007 |
Q: I vist St Martin in the caribbean every year and have bought numerous cohiba siglio 111 and enjoyed ...
A: If you're buying your cigars from authorized "Habanos SA" retailers such as "La Casa Del Habanos" ...
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| humidity level | 4/27/2007 |
Q: I am living in Vietnam,I have a new humidor, I did followed the steps to seasoning humidor. ...
A: The humidity in Vietnam can be quite high (average 80-85% during the warmer months) so what I ...
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| Macanudo Vin. 2000 | 4/24/2007 |
Q: I've had a Macanudo Vintage 2000 for about a month now. It came in a glass tube with a cork ...
A: For short term aging (ie: if you plan on smoking the cigar within a year), removing the cigar from ...
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| High Humidity | 4/23/2007 |
Q: I have a 50ct humidor that I am having a hard time keeping the humidity down where I want. I have ...
A: You may want to try a 50/50 propylene glycol mixture again but this time, add a bit more propylene ...
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| Mixing Fresh and Dry Cigars | 4/19/2007 |
Q: I have finished seasoning my 100ct humidor and have loaded it with some nice Cuban cigars I got as ...
A: The green spots is actually the result of the tobacco leaves being stained by water during the ...
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| Mixing Fresh and Dry Cigars | 4/18/2007 |
Q: I have finished seasoning my 100ct humidor and have loaded it with some nice Cuban cigars I got as ...
A: It’s quite possible that your dry cigars may absorb much of your humidor’s humidity at first but ...
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| Humidity level ok cigars still hard | 4/18/2007 |
Q: I Purchased a Cuban Crafters humidor "seasoned" it, (didn't wipe down) I tried the 50/50 solution ...
A: Because it's only been a week, you should let your cigars sit in your humidor for one more week and ...
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| 72 to 69 | 4/17/2007 |
Q: is the oasis cigar humidifier a good system to use for this mini cabinet of mine.? oh and thanks for ...
A: A 3 degree drop in humidity is not bad so you can go ahead and change the humidity immediately. If ...
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| Problem w/ Humidor | 4/16/2007 |
Q: Hey James, I just got this nice humidor and I followed all the instructions that it came w/ to get ...
A: The humidifier with the 50/50 mixture should be enough to create 70% humidity inside your humidor so ...
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| Tuppadors... | 4/16/2007 |
Q: My Humidor doesn't hold the quantity of cigars I require. I want to age my cigars and buy in bulk. ...
A: As long as your container has a good seal (to prevent dirt, dust and bugs from getting into your ...
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| Cigar storage | 4/16/2007 |
Q: I use a humidor with a capacity of about 25 cigars. At any one time I have between 10 - 15 cigars. ...
A: It's totally optional and safe for you to keep your cigars in their original plastic wrappers and/or ...
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| Sickness | 4/14/2007 |
Q: I am petrified of being sick...I have smoked a small hamlet cigar before but not the whole thing. I ...
A: Cigar sickness is often temporary nausea (very short-term vomiting and feeling lightheaded) and ...
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| Hygrometer mold | 4/14/2007 |
Q: Now based in HK and added distilled water to hygrometer 2 weeks ago. Reading in humidor 60-65%ish ...
A: To remove mold from your humidor, first remove your cigars and store them in a safe container such ...
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| Problem w/ Humidor | 4/13/2007 |
Q: Hey James, I just got this nice humidor and I followed all the instructions that it came w/ to get ...
A: When you're using a new humidor for the first time, it's important to remember that it will take a ...
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| Propylene Glycol Solution | 4/13/2007 |
Q: I've got my Humidor nicely seasoned now and I have purchased one of the madalines gell humidifier ...
A: One dose of Propylene Glycol will definitely last a long time (usually a year) so just sdd one ...
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| Humidor Questions | 4/12/2007 |
Q: I just recently bought a used thirty count humidor. I seasoned it overnight and it seemed to be ...
A: If your cigars were dry to begin with and you added a lot of cigars to your humidor, then it's very ...
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| re rare cigar | 4/12/2007 |
Q: It is very old around world war 1 or 2. It comes in a case marked tour du mond. It is a very large ...
A: Unfortunately, I don't specialize in vintage cigar appraisals at all but what you can do is contact ...
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| Recieved a Used Humidor | 4/10/2007 |
Q: I recently recieved a humidor from a friend that has a glass top but it looks like the glass is ...
A: Non-Cuban cigars grown with Cuban seeds can be quite good... if you find a good batch. These cigars ...
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| Recieved a Used Humidor | 4/10/2007 |
Q: I recently recieved a humidor from a friend that has a glass top but it looks like the glass is ...
A: Hard water spots can easily be removed with a sponge and dish washing soap diluted with warm/hot ...
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| Using a humidor | 4/9/2007 |
Q: When using a humidor to store cigars, should I keep the cigars in their orignal cellophane wrappers ...
A: It's optional and totally safe for you to keep your cigars in their original cellophane wrappers ...
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| Looking for a type of cigar | 4/8/2007 |
Q: I am looking for a cigar and don't have a clue what I am looking for. My best friend in the ...
A: That name doesn't really sound familiar. The name sounds like it could be "Jimenes" and there is a ...
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| mold in humidor | 4/5/2007 |
Q: I recently discovered mold in my humidor. I use a Cigar Oasis electric humidifier that keeps it at ...
A: Your humidor can definitely be saved. To remove the mold from your humidor, what you need to do ...
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| royal jamaica cigars | 4/5/2007 |
Q: I found a wooden box of royal jamaica cigars (coronitas) in the attic. I really don't know how old ...
A: First, I would like to provide you with a bit of history about Royal Jamaica cigars: This cigar ...
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| The "Right Cigar" | 4/4/2007 |
Q: I finding myself becoming fond of cigars. Since I am a beginner, I want to know what is a good cigar ...
A: For a beginner, the best type of cigar you should start out with is a mild to medium-bodied cigar. ...
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| types of cigars | 3/20/2007 |
Q: What is a trenzado I heard its 3 cigars braided together is that real? my buddy says he has 1, is it ...
A: Jose, A 3-braided cigar is called a "Culebra" (snake), not a trenzado. Culebra cigars do exist. ...
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| Looking for a brand | 3/20/2007 |
Q: Someone gave me four Don Antonio cigars that were in individual black boxes and they were wrapped in ...
A: That description doesn't sound very familiar. The name "Don Antonio" is actually used by several ...
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| flavored cigars | 3/19/2007 |
Q: I like smoking both flavored and none flavored cigars I would like to know if its ok to keep them in ...
A: Flavored cigars can not be mixed with your other (more expensive) premium cigars. Flavored cigars ...
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| proper care of humidor | 3/19/2007 |
Q: Holla (hello), greatings from mexico. Is it true that cigars from veracrus mexico are equal or ...
A: There are indeed some Mexican cigars that I can think of that can be comparable to Cuban cigars in ...
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| In the Box or out, that's the question. | 3/14/2007 |
Q: Now do I know if I have a beetle? what do they look like and what do they do.I have just received my ...
A: What happens is that a lot of cigars can and do carry tobacco beetle eggs (I know, it's a disgusting ...
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| In the Box or out, that's the question. | 3/13/2007 |
Q: I have just received my new humidor and installed the Moist-N-aire as you reccommended. Works great. ...
A: Whether or not you should keep your cigars in their original boxes is purely optional and personal ...
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| CIGARS | 3/12/2007 |
Q: i;m looking to buy a humidor that holds around 400 cigars or more. (commerical) ? what do you think ...
A: Jose, Because there are literally hundreds and hundreds of humidor designs in every shape, size and ...
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| CIGARS | 3/11/2007 |
Q: HOW DO YOU KEEP THE CIGARS- EXAMPLE(SOFT,SPONGY,FRESH,)I HAVE A HUMIDOR, I KEEP IT WELL MAINTAINED,I ...
A: If the temperature inside your humidor is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit (68 to 73 degrees) and around ...
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| old cigar box | 3/2/2007 |
Q: It is a Rio- Tan box Class E Series lable 25 cents 1954. Factory No 1796-PA. I was wandering where ...
A: Unfortunately, I'm not qualified to do antique cigar appraisal so what I recommend is that you check ...
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| cigars | 3/1/2007 |
Q: a friend just gave me 6 cuban cigars but I don't have a proper humidor.What's the best way to store ...
A: As an inexpensive alternative to owning a humidor, what you can do is purchase a neat little item ...
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| Costa Rican retailer | 2/27/2007 |
Q: Have you ever heard of Royal Habanos? They are displaying the Habanos Seal on their web site. ...
A: Unfortunately, I have not heard of Royal Habanos before. I just checked out their website and ...
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| Ageing Hoyo DCs | 2/24/2007 |
Q: I've just bought a JUL 06 box of Hoyo de Monterrey Double Coronas. I had to smoke one straight out ...
A: Absolutely! Hoyo doubles will definitely get better with age; especially if you have a batch with ...
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| Humidifiers | 2/22/2007 |
Q: I have just received my new humidor. It is a display cabinet type holding some 1500 cigars. I am ...
A: The Oasis II XL is very effective and would suit a 1500 count humidor very well. I know several ...
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| setting up the humidor | 2/18/2007 |
Q: I get how to season and stabilize the humidor, but what do you do with and how often do you put the ...
A: Simply add distilled water to your humidification device when your cigars begin to feel dry or your ...
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| Rehydrating a dry cigar | 2/16/2007 |
Q: James I was recently given an opus X Reserva D' Chataeu. Unfortunately it was placed in a unseasoned ...
A: Michael, Unless you're in an absolute hurry to smoke the cigar, it's not necessary to flash hydrate ...
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| cuban cigars | 2/14/2007 |
Q: Mr, Yee Fist of all, I would like to thank you for being so prompt and knowledgable concerning my ...
A: Squeezing out the tight spot in a cigar can indeed loosen the draw. Simply smoke the plugged cigar ...
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| humidity/temp | 2/14/2007 |
Q: i just bought a new humidor and im in the process of seasoning it but was wondering if the temp. in ...
A: Van, To a certain degree, environment temperature will not affect humidor humidity very much but it ...
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| cuban cigars | 2/11/2007 |
Q: Yee, I have found that as the quantity of cuban cigars produced increases, the quality has ...
A: To answer your questions: 1. I don’t have the statistics for Cuban cigars produced per year, per ...
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| Humidor...? | 2/11/2007 |
Q: My question is about my humidor! I recently purchased a 150 ct. three shelf display humidor. I ...
A: The first thing you should do is make sure your hygrometer is not obstructed by anything. Often ...
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| humidity in humidor | 2/8/2007 |
Q: Having been stationed in Kuwait and Iraq, I had the opportunity to begin enjoying cigar smoking. I ...
A: First, welcome to the wonderful world of cigars and cigar smoking! In terms of finding a non-Cuban ...
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| Mold in Humidor | 2/8/2007 |
Q: James, I've used distilled water in the humidification device and the hygrometer was perfectly ...
A: Patrick, Mineral trace is almost never any colour other than white. If your humidification device ...
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| Mold in Humidor | 2/8/2007 |
Q: I was inspecting my humidor the other day and noticed a bit of what looks like mold in some of the ...
A: First, check your hygrometer and make sure that it's properly calibrated and accurate. Sometimes a ...
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| Fuente Hemmingways | 1/30/2007 |
Q: What's a good method for lighting a Fuente Hemmingway? I have a buddy who insists on snipping the ...
A: Most people will just leave the tapered foot as is and light it. It's also perfectly acceptable to ...
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| holes in cigar | 1/29/2007 |
Q: I also wanted to ask if room temperature has any effect of the humidity in a humidor. Sometimes my ...
A: Normally, room temperature doesn’t really affect the humidity inside the humidor. It can however, ...
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| holes in cigar | 1/28/2007 |
Q: James, i was given a 150 ct humidor for christmas. I liked cigars before then, but now i am ...
A: Those holes were indeed created by bugs, the "tobacco beetle" to be exact. What happens is that a ...
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| CIGAR ENJOYMENT AVAILABILITY | 1/27/2007 |
Q: JAMES, HELLO.LET ME FIRST START OFF BY SAYING I'M A NOVICE CIGAR SMOKER AND I'M ENJOYING VERY ...
A: Congratulations to you and your wife for having a new son! To answer your question, if your humidor ...
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| El Rey del Mundos | 1/27/2007 |
Q: I don't think there is a cigar I enjoy more than the tissue wrapped El Rey del Mundo Robusto Larga. ...
A: Non-Cuban El Rey Del Mundos are Honduran in origin. Depending on the line of El Reys, the wrappers ...
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| Fuentes | 1/26/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if you have ever sampled the Fuente Curly Head Deluxe. Seems reasonably priced, and ...
A: Yes, I've had some Fuente Curly Head Deluxes before and they've all provided positive experiences ...
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| cuban cigars in Cancun | 1/23/2007 |
Q: Staying at the JW Marriot second week in Febuary. How far is the LaCasa Del Habano from the hotel? ...
A: I'm not sure exactly how far the Marriott is from the La Casa Del Habanos but what I can do is give ...
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| Barrier on bottom | 1/19/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if it is perfectly ok to place cigars dirrectly on the wood of a humidor. It seems ...
A: It's absolutely fine to let your cigars touch the base of the humidor. It's completely safe and ...
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| Humidor Seasoning | 1/13/2007 |
Q: Yet another question for you. I just got my humidor in the other day and wiped down the interior ...
A: Though the humidity level can fluctuate during the initial stages of the seasoning process and you ...
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| unusual questions | 1/12/2007 |
Q: I have heard that there are some religions that use cigars in their rituals. If you know what I'm ...
A: I'm can't think of any mainstream religion that incorporates cigars. I do know that many Native ...
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| humidors | 1/10/2007 |
Q: What are the most important details to be aware of when purchasing a small humidor. The size being ...
A: When shopping for a humidor, you will need to be sure to look for a humidor with the following: - ...
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| Factory Seconds | 1/10/2007 |
Q: I've always been curious about factory seconds and whether they are halfway decent cigars and ...
A: Factory Seconds can be great cigars; perfect when you need an inexpensive "everyday" cigar to smoke. ...
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| CIGAR FRESHNESS | 1/10/2007 |
Q: 2 PART QUESTION 1)WHAT SHOULD BE THE CORRECT TEMPERATURE IN A HUMIDER? 2)I BOUGHT A ITEM CALLED ...
A: The temperature inside a humidor should be around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. The humidity level inside ...
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| Hygrometer Calibration | 1/10/2007 |
Q: I've calibrated a hygrometer on an old desktop humidor before, and the process I used was to fill a ...
A: No, that's perfect. The method that you performed is exactly how a person should calibrate a ...
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| Glass-Top Humidors | 1/8/2007 |
Q: I am in the market for a humidor that is somewhere between 50 and 100 ct. I have seen some at ...
A: Owning a glass-top humidor is perfectly fine as long as you keep it away from sunlight. Most people ...
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| Walk-In Humidor | 1/6/2007 |
Q: james we have flourescent lights in our present walk-in humdidor. however, i've been advised that ...
A: Because a walk-in humidor's temperature is the perfect operating temperature for fluorescent ...
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| Walk-In Humidor | 1/5/2007 |
Q: we are a retail tobacco outlet and are in the process of doing away with our present 160sq ft ...
A: Considering the target size of your new walk-in and price being an issue, covering all the walls ...
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| Cuban cohibas, mold | 1/5/2007 |
Q: that "humidize," aord I jsut came up with meansisn't there some kind of solution that can be used ...
A: If you can't get the humidor humidity level near 70% with just distilled water, what you can do is ...
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| More Plume (Bloom) Questions | 1/4/2007 |
Q: I've read the same things everybody else has on identifying bloom on cigars, but I have one more ...
A: There are actually two types of white powdery substances that can potentially develop on your ...
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| Cuban cohibas, mold | 1/4/2007 |
Q: I've read some of the other letters in you website & have already found one answer. My question is ...
A: The “white mold" can be one of two things: plume (bloom) or mineral trace. Plume/bloom is simply ...
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| Novice Cigar Smoker | 1/3/2007 |
Q: James, I've smoked a few cigars lately, mainly during social outings where some guys would hand out ...
A: To answer your questions: 1) Can you recommend a mild to medium cigar moderately priced? Padron ...
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| Cigar Recommendations | 1/3/2007 |
Q: Sir, I'm just entering the wonderful world of cigar smoking. I've no problem with speanding money ...
A: If you have access to Cuban cigars, some good cigars that I would recommend for beginner smokers ...
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| What is the life of a humidifier | 12/28/2006 |
Q: What is the life of a humidifier device? Can you just keep using it over and over again or should ...
A: Depending on the quality and type of humidification device, a properly maintained unit can last ...
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| Is it ok to mix cigars in a humidor | 12/28/2006 |
Q: Like just about everyone else with questions, I'm new to the cigar circle. I live in Germany and ...
A: It’s perfectly fine to mix and store cigars in one humidor. Though the natural scent of the cigars ...
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| cigars | 12/22/2006 |
Q: i have a box of cigars, unopened, and im wondering if it is a good idea to keep them in the freezer ...
A: It's not recommended that you freeze your cigars for long-term storage. By freezing your cigars, ...
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| Madelaines Cyrstal Clear Tobacco Humidifier | 12/19/2006 |
Q: .. it really is invaluable! Just one more question... what exactly is involved in reseaoning the ...
A: Here's what you need to do: 1/ Let the humidor sit for 1 to 2 weeks with the lid open. 2/ After ...
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| Madelaines Cyrstal Clear Tobacco Humidifier | 12/19/2006 |
Q: OK I aired out my Saveneli Humidor last night and so far it still smells of cigars, so there is ...
A: Don't use baking soda because the baking soda can actually strip the interior wood of it's natural ...
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| Humidor crystals | 12/15/2006 |
Q: I have some crystal humidors. And I have some laboratory pure propylene glycol. What is the best ...
A: The perfect PG/Distilled Water ratio is 50/50; that's 1 part PG and 1 equal part distilled water. A ...
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| cigar preservation widthout a humidor | 12/15/2006 |
Q: I was given some cuban cigars and dont have a humidor is there anything I can do to preserve them ...
A: You can keep your cigars in something called a "humi-pouch". Humi-pouches are plastic, Ziploc-style ...
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| Humidor crystals | 12/13/2006 |
Q: I have three different humidors that all hold 125-150 cigars. I have multiple crystal and green ...
A: It sounds like your humidors haven't been seasoned or may need to be re-seasoned. Seasoning will ...
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| cigar canister | 12/13/2006 |
Q: I am wondering if you know someone who can tell me about an old wooden cigar canister from Alhambra ...
A: I'm not too experienced with Alhambra-related items but I'll try my best to provide you with some ...
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| Glass tubes for cigars | 12/13/2006 |
Q: Are glass tubes worth the price? Are the cigars inside more fresh?
A: There's really no difference in performance or freshness between glass, plastic and aluminum cigar ...
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| bugs in my humidifier | 12/10/2006 |
Q: what if there is only one bug hole can i keep iti found blk bugs making holes in my cigars what do i ...
A: Even with one hole, the cigar is ruined now. You can take your chances and smoke it if you want but ...
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| bugs in my humidifier | 12/10/2006 |
Q: but they r all full with bug holes and there cubans can i freeze the one with holesi found blk bugs ...
A: Julian, Unfortunately, there is really no point to saving them now. The bug holes have ruined the ...
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| bugs in my humidifier | 12/10/2006 |
Q: i found blk bugs making holes in my cigars what do i do
A: Julian, First, throw out all the cigars that have holes in them. You cannot smoke them now. Next, ...
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| Cigar books - ? | 12/10/2006 |
Q: Is there an affordable book available that you could recommend?Good day James Is there an online ...
A: Layne, Check your local bookstore as there is a wide range of books about cigars. However, books ...
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| Cigar books - ? | 12/9/2006 |
Q: Good day James Is there an online cigar retailer for Canadians? One that will mix and match? Also i ...
A: I really can't think of any reputable Canadian Online Retailer that's currently active right now. ...
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| cigar wrappers | 12/9/2006 |
Q: I HAVE A HUMIDOR AND I NEED TO KNOW SHOULD I LEAVE THE WRAPPERS ON THE CIGARS OR IS IT BETTER TO ...
A: Matt, It's optional and totally safe for you to keep your cigars in their original plastic wrappers ...
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| Walk-in Humidor Wood | 12/7/2006 |
Q: I just completed building a walk-in. I used Aromatic Cedar as opposed to Spanish. Will this make a ...
A: Using aromatic cedar can definitely affect the way your cigars smell and taste. Aromatic cedar is ...
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| cigar cases | 12/4/2006 |
Q: An odd one- which you might not be able to help with... My great uncle had some old cigar cases he ...
A: Yes, old cigar cases, lighters, cutters, humidors are always collectable and there is always someone ...
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| How to keep cigars fresh | 12/4/2006 |
Q: Sir, I've recently develop a taste for cigar, because I smoke one (Cohiba) that was freshly off ...
A: It sounds like your humidor is too dry. What you need to do is constantly keep your humidor ...
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| aging cigars | 12/4/2006 |
Q: Are there any cigar that age really well because i have been told that aged cigars are alot better ...
A: Daniel, ANY cigar has potential for aging well as long as you keep your humidor environment ...
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| aging cigars | 12/3/2006 |
Q: How long can i age cigars and would padron 1964 maduros age well? And would the magic 70/70 mark ...
A: Aging times for cigars do vary. Some cigars can age for 10+ years before their flavour mellows out ...
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| Humidor Problems | 12/3/2006 |
Q: Does this mean I should replace it? Not sure if I can since I bought it online. Now what I have ...
A: No, you might not need to replace the humidor. 74% humidity is still in the acceptable "comfort ...
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| humidors, what should I get? | 12/3/2006 |
Q: I would like to buy my husband a humidor for Christmas, but I am unsure on what to get. He only ...
A: Because there are literally hundreds of humidor models available in every shape, style and size, ...
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| Keeping it fresh | 12/1/2006 |
Q: Mr. Yee, I'm stuck out here in lovely Afghanistan, (military), and got my hands on a box of Cubans. ...
A: The lack of a humidor or Tupperware container and being in Afghanistan can be a bit of a challenge ...
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| cigars cigars cigars | 11/27/2006 |
Q: Not so much of asking questions, but would like to drop congratulatory words and express pleasant ...
A: Helping people here on allexperts.com is sometimes a thankless job but hearing from cigar ...
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| drinking liquids with cigars | 11/27/2006 |
Q: I have been told that it is best to drink a beverage whether its plain water,coffee, beer, hard ...
A: Drinking a beverage while you smoke can actually enhance the way a cigar tastes. Beverages like ...
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| How should I develop a rating method for Cigars | 11/27/2006 |
Q: I need a little help. I've read many methods on how to rate wine, but what characteristic should one ...
A: Creating a rating system for cigars can be a tricky subject. Because taste is subjective and a ...
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| Humidor | 11/26/2006 |
Q: After an attack of mold and simultaneously being visited by the infamous tobacco beetle, I had to ...
A: Prashant, As long as you used the alcohol lightly during the humidor cleaning, it should be ok. ...
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| storage | 11/23/2006 |
Q: If I have a very good humidor and buy cigars in a glass tube or tin, should I take them out of the ...
A: It's optional and totally safe for you to keep your cigars in their original plastic wrappers, boxes ...
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| Humidor Problems | 11/22/2006 |
Q: I have a question in regards to the readings of the digital hydrometers. I originally removed one, ...
A: It’s quite normal for a humidor’s temperature and humidity level to fluctuate slightly during the ...
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| Humidor Problems | 11/22/2006 |
Q: After following your advice, I left one humidifier out, and had it dry out. I then put it in a few ...
A: It’s quite normal for a humidor’s temperature and humidity level to fluctuate slightly during the ...
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| cold weather and my humidor | 11/22/2006 |
Q: I am having problems keeping my humidor in the proper humidity range with the current cold weather ...
A: The first thing you should do is check to make sure your hygrometer is in proper, working order. ...
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| How to season a humidor | 11/20/2006 |
Q: I have a humidor that I have not used in about a year, I was wondering how can I or what should I do ...
A: You may need to reseason your humidor before you use it. Seasoning is process of letting your ...
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| more questions | 11/20/2006 |
Q: i would like to know whether to take my band off or leave it on (i smoke cheap cigars will anyone ...
A: Whether you should remove the cigar band or not is again, totally optional. Some people prefer ...
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| cigar wraping | 11/19/2006 |
Q: When I buy my cigars they come individually wrapped in plastic. When I store them in my humidor, ...
A: Chris, It's optional and totally safe for you to keep your cigars in their original plastic ...
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| type to be smoked | 11/19/2006 |
Q: What about 1. Romeo Y Julieta 2. BolvariI am newly smoking cigar I was getting Villigares, but I ...
A: Romeo y Julieta is not very strong. The other brands that I mentioned are strong and Romeo y Julieta ...
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| type to be smoked | 11/18/2006 |
Q: I am newly smoking cigar I was getting Villigares, but I converted to use R&J (As I know it is good) ...
A: Abdullah, If you love strong Cuban cigars, be sure to try the following Cuban cigars: - Ramon ...
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| Tubos Cigars | 11/17/2006 |
Q: I was just wondering why many cigar brands always have at least one size cigar sold in a tube ...
A: Aesthetic-wise, cigars in cigar tubes make a very nice presentation. Cigar tubes are stylish and ...
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| Cigar preservation | 11/16/2006 |
Q: I live in Singapore and want to know the best way of preserving cigars over here. Singapore is a ...
A: If the natural humidity in Singapore is at least 67%, then you don't need a humidification device. ...
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| Cigar Smoking | 11/13/2006 |
Q: How far down is it recommended to smoke a cigar down?
A: There's really no set rule on how much of a cigar you should smoke. Most people prefer to stop ...
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| Humidifier Maintenance | 11/13/2006 |
Q: However, my humidor is very new, I recieved it as a gift for being a groomsman in my brother's ...
A: Mike, If the humidor is made of wood, then you shouldn't submerge the entire humidor in water as ...
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| Humidifier Maintenance | 11/13/2006 |
Q: My humidor tends to fall below 65% humidity every day and I have to add more water to the humidifer. ...
A: It sounds like either your humidor has not been properly seasoned (so the interior cedar is ...
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| Humidor Problems | 11/13/2006 |
Q: In getting back to your previous suggestions, I purchased a digitasl hygrometer (one side displays ...
A: The temperature is perfect and the humidity level is acceptable at 74%. Yes, you should definitely ...
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| Cigars | 11/8/2006 |
Q: I have had Dominican CIgars in their original box since I bought them in 2002. They are Davidoff ...
A: Yes, as long as your cigars don’t show any signs of mold or holes (from tobacco beetles), your ...
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| Cigars and Health | 11/7/2006 |
Q: I was reading your answers about mold on cigars and couldn't help wondering if it is harmful in any ...
A: Cigar mold can be harmful if it’s taken internally but it depends on how much mold you intake. ...
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| humidor | 11/5/2006 |
Q: My husband and I a while back received a box of nice cigars. We purchased a humidor thinking that we ...
A: You should only wipe down with water just once, when you are about to use the humidor for the first ...
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| Humidor Care | 11/4/2006 |
Q: I just purchased a new humidor and I cannot get the humidity up past 65%. Can I try wiping down the ...
A: Gaurav, Don't wipe down your humidor with a 50/50 mixture. If you haven't seasoned your humidor ...
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| storing cigars | 11/3/2006 |
Q: My fiance and I recently acquired a box of Montecristo Robustos, a box of Cohiba Robustos, a box of ...
A: What I recommend is that you keep your boxes in "humi-pouches". Humi-pouches are basically ...
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| Humidor | 11/3/2006 |
Q: I had not checked on my humidor in some time, having been out of town for almost 2 months for ...
A: Mark, Yes, reseasoning your humidor will most likely help. It seems that the humidor interior wood ...
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| Humidifier Mold | 11/2/2006 |
Q: I recently purchased a new humidor that came with a long slender 8" X 3" X 1/2" humidifier. I ...
A: It might not be mold but instead mineral trace which is less harmful to your cigars but should still ...
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| keeping cigars fresh | 11/2/2006 |
Q: When storing cigars in the humidor, do I need to unwrap them if they were wrapped with plastic? ...
A: Roberto, It's optional and totally safe for you to keep your cigars in their original plastic ...
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| Mold in new humidor | 11/1/2006 |
Q: The humidor was a new one. I appreciate your advice, I am going to wipe it down with alcohol. Is ...
A: The entire humidor interior doesn't contain any Spanish cedar? Even if it doesn't contain any ...
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| Mold in new humidor | 11/1/2006 |
Q: I just purchased a humidor last week from EBAY. I went to add some cigars in it and I noticed white ...
A: I don't think it's mold. Mold is often furry, fuzzy or powdery in appearance. (It looks just like ...
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| Humidor Problems | 11/1/2006 |
Q: Hey James Thanks for all your help! Basically what I should do, I'll wait for 7 days to see if any ...
A: Yes, let your humidor sit for a week and the propylene glycol should fix everything. If after a ...
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| Humidor Problems | 11/1/2006 |
Q: I was finally able to fing the glycol, and used a 50/50 with distilled water and charged the ...
A: Tony, Yes, it's perfectly normal for the humidity to be extremely high after you added the 50/50 ...
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| Humidor Problems | 10/31/2006 |
Q: It looks like preliminary results indicate that the humidor is settled in around the 76% - 78%. Is ...
A: 76-78% is still a bit high (you should consider 75% as the limit) but propylene glycol will ...
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| Humidor Problems | 10/31/2006 |
Q: Hey James Here we are later in the day, and I checked it again. This time it moved up to 76%. This ...
A: Yes, it's not uncommon for the humidity to fluctuate wildly at first when you set up a new humidor. ...
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| Humidor Problems | 10/30/2006 |
Q: So this is what I'll do, and tell me if this is a good approach. I'll monitor the humidor for the ...
A: Yes, keep an eye on the humidity for the next 3 days. While you season your humidor, what you can ...
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| Humidor Problems | 10/30/2006 |
Q: Basically, I checked the humidor, and its currently at 72%. Mind you I did the salt test earlier ...
A: Tony, 67 to 74% is considered the optimal range for the humidity to be at so 72% is perfectly fine. ...
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| Humidor Problems | 10/29/2006 |
Q: I purchased a 150 CT humidor, and after a few weeks it appears to be set at 75% humidity, but the ...
A: Tony, With the salt test done, your hygrometer should now be in prime working condition. Did you ...
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| cigar with mold | 10/28/2006 |
Q: I went to smoke one of my cuban cigars and found it had some green mold. What can I do to save ...
A: First, you need to make sure it's mold. Cigar mold is often blue, green, bluish-green in colour and ...
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| humidifier/vertical storage | 10/28/2006 |
Q: is the oasis cigar humidifier a good system to use for this mini cabinet of mine.? oh and thanks for ...
A: Havert, Yes, the cigar oasis humidifier should be fine. If you find that it's not circulating the ...
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| humidifier/vertical storage | 10/28/2006 |
Q: James I ve just purchased a new small cabinet humidor outside dimensions are 13" x 11" x 23" and all ...
A: Havert, A 40-degree angle is perfectly fine. A lot of tobacconists and cigar stores do use ...
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| Graycliff | 10/28/2006 |
Q: I started to enjoy cigars less than a year ago. I had the chance of staying at the Graycliff hotel ...
A: The flavour you experienced is the result of the cigar being freshly rolled. All cigars – whether ...
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| Is it okay to spray dry cigars directly with distilled water? | 10/26/2006 |
Q: I'm new to cigar maintenance. I have a friend whom fancy himself as an expert on cigar. He is always ...
A: Yes, you can definitely put your cigars at risk if you directly spray them with distilled water. ...
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| Cigar storage | 10/23/2006 |
Q: Should I remove the plastic wrap or not for long term storage? I'm also looking for a cigar that ...
A: Yes, for long term storage, it's better to remove the plastic wrappers. This helps ensure an even ...
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| Montesino Cigars | 10/20/2006 |
Q: James, I am presently in the UAE. I would like to know where I can purchase Montesino Cesar #2 ...
A: Unfortunately, I'm not familiar with tobacconists in the UAE that might carry Montesino cigars. ...
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| humidor/high humidity | 10/18/2006 |
Q: My friend just gave me his old humidor and I added some propylene glycol solution as advised be a ...
A: Richard, Don't worry, usually it can take up to a week for your humidification device to settle ...
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| Amount of distilled water in Humodor cup? | 10/17/2006 |
Q: How many drops of water do I put in a humodor with 20 cigars?
A: The best method is to just completely saturate the humidification device with distilled water. ...
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| Mold in a tubo? | 10/16/2006 |
Q: I have recently purchased a box of Montecristo Afrique Sublimination tubos. I removed 3 from their ...
A: James, White fuzz may not be cigar mold but instead, it is most likely either plume or mineral ...
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| humidifier alternatives? | 10/16/2006 |
Q: I am thinking of replacing my humidifiers that came with my humidor. They are the rectangle sponge ...
A: James, I like to think gels and bead/crystal-based humidifiers are the better choice. ...
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| Ageing a box of cigars | 10/16/2006 |
Q: I have a cabinet humidor that holds about 16 boxes of cigars. I would like to know if I should ...
A: Yes, it is recommended that you remove the plastic wrappers from the cigars when aging cigars. By ...
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| Humidor Interiors | 10/14/2006 |
Q: Is there any reason not to buy a humidor with a regular cedar interior rather than a spanish cedar ...
A: While it would seem logical that “cedar is cedar” and any kind of cedar will do, there are some ...
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| Cutting a Cigar | 10/14/2006 |
Q: Will using a cigar punch, as apposed to a V-Cut or Straight cut, cause a stronger flavor?
A: Absolutely but it depends on how you smoke a cigar. The reason for this is because when you smoke, ...
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| spots on cigar | 10/12/2006 |
Q: there are white spots on my cigar? Is it still good to smoke?
A: Fern, If the white spots are off-white/gray in colour and looks like dust, then your cigars are ...
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| Humidor Mold Below Humidifier | 10/12/2006 |
Q: I recently purchased a humidor, and after seasoning it for 4 days, placed my first 15 cigars inside. ...
A: Kenny, First, you have to look at the colour of the "moldy" substance. Is it either blue, green or ...
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| Humidity changes | 10/8/2006 |
Q: I've just gotten a new humidor (200 Ct. size). The humidity was constant for the first month, now it ...
A: PG 50/50 should definitely stabilize the humidity. What you should also do is conduct a salt test ...
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| Humidor with HUMIDIFIER & HYGROMETER | 10/6/2006 |
Q: Its made from Cedar wood. It has come with crystals. I am not sure how to use this. Can you help ...
A: Pradip, Your description of your humidor is very vague so I don't know which humidor you are ...
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| Brand of Cuban Cigar | 10/5/2006 |
Q: My little brother really enjoys a good cigar and I've heard that the cubans are the best, and I'd ...
A: I'm not sure what your spending limit is and what cigar strength level your brother might like so ...
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| Hoyo Epicure No1's with a band? | 10/3/2006 |
Q: James, I've been smoking Hoyo Epicure #1s occasionally for many years and always recall seeing them ...
A: Kevin, As far as I know, Epicure No. 1's are only packaged in Cabinet SLBs which means that they ...
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| Cigar storage in a wine cellar | 10/2/2006 |
Q: First, I have a nice humidor that sits next to my wine cellar. My question is, can I store my boxed ...
A: Bob, The optimal levels for keeping cigars are 70 degrees Fahrenheit and 70% humidity. Because ...
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| Airing out humidor and cigar rotation. | 9/27/2006 |
Q: Hey James, First let me say thanks for the suggestion on the Cubans awhile back. I had my friend ...
A: Eric, Yes, it’s always good to rotate your cigars. Rotating helps ensure an even, thorough ...
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| Preserving cigars | 9/18/2006 |
Q: I am sending some Acid cigars to my fiance who is currently stationed in Iraq. Any ideas of how to ...
A: What you can do is purchase a "humi-pouch" and store your cigars in that. Humi-pouches are ...
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| Mold | 9/15/2006 |
Q: So today i went to get a few cigars to take with me to the Rutgers Homecoming. However when i ...
A: Yes, it definitely sounds like you have mold. The first thing you should do is remove all the ...
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| cigars that come in a tube | 9/11/2006 |
Q: I want to buy a box of Helix tubulars. But when i store them in my humidor should i leave them all ...
A: Jon, It’s purely personal preference but I would recommend that you keep the cigars in the tubes ...
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| Glossary terms? | 9/9/2006 |
Q: A few that I don't quite understand... Conneticut, Maduro, Candela, Corojo, Cameroon. Are these ...
A: Terms such as Connecticut, Maduro, Oscuro, Claro, Double Claro and Candela are used to describe the ...
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| Candlelight cigars | 9/7/2006 |
Q: First of all, thanks for the advice regarding storage of cigars (short term storage of cigars). I ...
A: Evan, Nowadays, there are lots of cigar brands being created. There are so many cigar companies ...
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| cigars | 9/7/2006 |
Q: 1)how does the size ,color & diameter affect the taste of a cigar? 2)what are the general rules to ...
A: Ziko, 1) The larger sized (diameter) cigars will use a larger combination of tobacco leaves in the ...
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| Humidor Humidity High | 9/6/2006 |
Q: I had a question regarding high humidity in a humidor. Last week, I returned to college and my ...
A: Adam, Try adding propylene glycol to your humidifier (if you're not using it already). Use a ...
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| humidor humidity and | 9/5/2006 |
Q: I can't get my humidor humidity over 62-64%. What should I do or is that alright.
A: 62 to 64% is a bit low so what you should do is use a humidor solution that has 50% pure distilled ...
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| Davidoff Cigars | 9/1/2006 |
Q: My boss once mentioned that he likes “Davidoff Special R Cigars (the short ones)”. By “short ones” ...
A: The Davidoff Special R is a "robusto" (pronounced "roe-boost-oh")-sized cigar, meaning it measures 4 ...
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| keeping cigars fresh | 8/31/2006 |
Q: i was given 5 cuban cigars and i want to keep them as fresh as i can for about a week. i do not have ...
A: Dennis, Your best option is to purchase a "humi-pouch". These are basically Ziploc-style plastic ...
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| refreshing dry cigars | 8/31/2006 |
Q: Is there any quick method to revive cigars that have dried out in a humidor?
A: Lou, Re-hydrating recently dried cigars in your humidor can easily take 1 to 3 weeks; depending on ...
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| Cigar storage | 8/25/2006 |
Q: How do I mantain proper humidity and temperature in my humidor ?
A: Joe, The first thing you need to do is ensure that you have a fully functional and properly ...
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| Storage of Cigars | 8/23/2006 |
Q: Having only recently become interested in Cigars, I have no Humidor yet and would like to hear ...
A: Evan, Regular plastic bags are not 100% airtight and though sealing your cigars in a bag with an ...
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| old cigars | 8/18/2006 |
Q: I have a box of cigars from the early 60's i believe( not exactly sure)and am wondering if these ...
A: Mike, Though the natural aroma and flavour of these cigars may have faded by now, it's still ...
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| cigars | 8/18/2006 |
Q: my grandfather gave me a box of cigars that we said we pretty old. possibly from the 60's. I know ...
A: Alex, Old cigars - even 40 year old cigars - can still be smoked. The cigars may be more mild in ...
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| cigars | 8/18/2006 |
Q: We bought cigars while in Cuba (.montecristo.habana.)2 boxes of 25 -- and we also bought a cigar box ...
A: Nibia, That device with the green aquafoam is the humidor's humidifier. ("Humidor" is the box that ...
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| Humidor | 8/15/2006 |
Q: Like a lot of people, I have been smoking cigars off and on for twenty odd years, now, my interest ...
A: Sean, There are literally hundreds and hundreds of humidor designs in every shape, size and style ...
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| Fuente Fuente Opus X | 8/14/2006 |
Q: Hey James thank for the answers to my other questions, I have another one for you if you have time. ...
A: Dave, Opus X is considered to be a non-Cuban "puro" and AFAIK, the brand is made with a special ...
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| Ghurka popularity? | 8/12/2006 |
Q: Hey James thanks for taking my question. I hear a lot of buzz about the ghurka brand and I am not ...
A: I’ve heard the same rumour about Ghurka’s origin but even I can’t confirm if it’s true or not. ...
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| Vintage Davidoff question | 8/12/2006 |
Q: Hey James, Just wanted to get your opinion on 1986 Davidoff Chateau Latour vs. 1987 Davidoff ...
A: Dave, I personally LOVE the Margaux and if you already have experience with the Latour, you may ...
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| Cigars in Mexico | 8/11/2006 |
Q: I live in San Miguel de Allende, Mx. I want to order good Cubans or Nicaragua or similar ...
A: Rob, I'm not familiar with tobacco shipping policies to Mexico and cigar retailers (such as JR's ...
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| humidor | 8/10/2006 |
Q: I recently bought a london flat humidor from the bombay company. It is(so they tell me)lined with ...
A: Justin, You may want to double-check with the company to ensure that your humidor is indeed made ...
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| A book huh? | 8/9/2006 |
Q: First off I asked you a question a while ago (Saesoning my new humi...) and your answer was great, I ...
A: Famous, Thank you for your interest in my book. Though I can’t reveal too much info about it right ...
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| new smoker | 8/9/2006 |
Q: I'm a newer smoker. I'm 23 and play a lot of golf with some well-to-do guys. After a few cigars on ...
A: Ryan, First, welcome to the world of cigar smoking! In terms of cigar cutters and lighters, there ...
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| cigars | 8/8/2006 |
Q: I just brought home some cigars as a gift for a friend. I have no humidor so what do I do with them ...
A: Don, What you could do is purchase a "humi-pouch" for the cigars. Humi-pouches are basically ...
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| MEXICO | 8/3/2006 |
Q: I HAD A CIGAR (SIHUAPAN) FROM SAN ANDRES TUXTLA VERACRUZ MEXICO . I was wondering where can I find ...
A: DG, Most tobacconists/cigar shops in the United States do in fact carry the more popular Mexican ...
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| Seasoning my new humi | 8/2/2006 |
Q: I just recieved a 100 count CAO Black humidor which I am very excited about filling. I have been ...
A: Seasoning is the process of letting your humidor's interior be initially and thoroughly absorbed ...
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| Got the hygro, now the other guizmo | 8/2/2006 |
Q: I just got my hygro, the Caliber III. That's a neat little device. Humidity inside the humi-pouch is ...
A: JF, With the temperature at 90 degrees Fahrenheit, you should really try to lower the temperature ...
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| Cubans. | 8/2/2006 |
Q: James, Thanks for the info. I generally smoke Robusto size cigars, so I will look forward to that. ...
A: Eric, If you love robustos, here are some of the more popular Cuban robustos currently available. ...
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| A couple quickies | 8/1/2006 |
Q: Hey James, thanks for your time. I've been smoking cigars about 8-10 years now but still have not ...
A: To answers your questions: 1/ One method that I can think of is purchasing unbanded Cuban cigars ...
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| Cubans. | 8/1/2006 |
Q: Hey James, I have a question for you. I asked you a week or so ago, abotu real Cuban cigars and you ...
A: What's your spending budget and how many cigars do you want to buy? To give you an idea of how much ...
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| humidifier problems | 8/1/2006 |
Q: zephyrhills actually mkaes distilled water as well. that is what i purchased. but i will look for ...
A: Oh OK. I don't have Zephyrhills in my area (I don't think it's available in Canada) but I knew that ...
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| humidifier problems | 7/31/2006 |
Q: Do i need to throw this humidifier away as well, or is there a way to salvage it? also, the bidest ...
A: Mike, OK, using Zephyrhills in your humidor explains why your humidifier is causing that white ...
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| re-lighting a stick | 7/31/2006 |
Q: FWIW, I did a bit of research and found this (loosely translated from a french website): "if you ...
A: JF, Though this method can indeed purge the smoke and loose ash from a cigar (which can contribute ...
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| humidifier problems | 7/30/2006 |
Q: i read a post and your reply about white "powder" forming on humidifiers. i properly prepared my ...
A: Mike, The only possible explanation is that perhaps the distilled water that you're using is not ...
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| storing cigars | 7/29/2006 |
Q: We were given a nice box of cigars "Casa Blanca" as a party gift recently. Although we know nothing ...
A: Isabel, Whether or not you should remove the plastic wrappers is purely personal preference. These ...
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| Vertical storage | 7/29/2006 |
Q: I am interested in building a humidor that stores the cigars vertially rather than horizontally. I ...
A: Trent, Vertical-storage humidors - though sounds like a good idea - can have negative drawbacks. ...
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| re-lighting a stick | 7/28/2006 |
Q: I let a Monte #4 go out today, and re-lit it after 30 minutes. To my surprise, it was much more ...
A: JF, Unfortunately, there's nothing you can really do to avoid this strong taste when re-lighting a ...
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| cigars in tubes | 7/26/2006 |
Q: is it safe to keep cigars in tubes with those that are not? Could the aluminum impart a bad taste ...
A: JF, Yes, it's perfectly fine for tubed cigars to be in the same humidor as cigars that have no ...
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| R Gonzalez Slenderellas | 7/26/2006 |
Q: Greetings. I bought a box of these in Barcelona years ago and liked them very much. But now I can't ...
A: Joe, As far as I know, Rafael Gonzalez Slenderellas are still in production. Rafael Gonzalez ...
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| rehydrate cigars | 7/23/2006 |
Q: I have fun a bunch a Montecristo cigars (aren't wrap individually) in a sort of humidicator box that ...
A: Linda, Depending on the condition of the cigars, it is possible to restore them; even after a long ...
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| What are the machines? | 7/22/2006 |
Q: James, sorry to bother again! There's hand-made and machine-made cigars. What kind of machines are ...
A: JF, There are both electric and non-electric machines (more obsolete, of course) that make cigars. ...
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| How to get involved | 7/22/2006 |
Q: I like smoking cigars so much now that I'm seriously thinking of getting involved in the trade, but ...
A: JF, My best advice to you is that you get to know people in the business and speak with them. ...
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| Best digital hygrometer for the $ | 7/22/2006 |
Q: I've searched for dig. hygrometers/thermometers and found several, but which one should I choose? ...
A: JF, I would recommend the Caliber III. It's extremely accurate (compared to most brands) and has ...
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| How many a day? | 7/21/2006 |
Q: I wondered just how many cigars can a torcedor roll in one day? Also, I removed the cigars from my ...
A: JF, In a day, an expert torcedor/torcedora can roll anywhere between 60 to 150 cigars a day; ...
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| Will the real Cuban Cigars please stand up! | 7/20/2006 |
Q: James, Me again. (I have alot of questions, sorry) but THANK YOU for taking the time to anwser ...
A: Eric, Aside from mailorder or visiting Cuba, your only safe bet for acquiring Cuban cigars is to ...
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| Best Humidor | 7/20/2006 |
Q: James, I have a question for you. Recently I have been looking into buying a large cabinet style ...
A: Eric, Building your own humidor cabinet – though sounds good – can be a major task full of ...
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| fake cigars | 7/20/2006 |
Q: I purchased a few cigars while outside the U.S., they tasted odd and appeared to have short filler ...
A: John, Yes, for premium Cuban cigars, those are clear signs that they're counterfeits. Premium ...
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| Metallic, chalky powder taste! PLEASE HELP! | 7/20/2006 |
Q: Ok, so I have just been Googling for anwsers about the problem I am having with my cigars when I ...
A: Eric, You may want to make sure you're using 100% pure distilled water and switch the 4 crystal gel ...
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| Montecristo and Rafael Gonzales | 7/18/2006 |
Q: I noticed there were similiraties between these two brands. The wrappers look pretty much the same, ...
A: Both Montecristo and Rafael Gonzalez use tobacco from the same region but any other similarities ...
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| Water | 7/18/2006 |
Q: Is it a good thing to use Aquafina bottled water? They clame it has only 9 ppm which is very close ...
A: Close to pure water… but not close enough. Though Aquafina advertises itself as being the softest, ...
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| Mold? | 7/17/2006 |
Q: I am having a problem with the humidifier. I have a small round black humidifier about 3" in ...
A: Chris, The white powdery substance is often a sign that you're not using 100% pure distilled water ...
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| Experimenting with an old tube. | 7/16/2006 |
Q: for what it's worth, I've tried this: I re-humidified the cedar of a tube (namely a Romeo #2 mareva ...
A: Jean-François, Glad the Monte #4 turned out great. Those cigar tubes are always handy. To restore ...
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| gurkha legend comparable to top line cubans | 7/16/2006 |
Q: I have recently been told that the gurkha line particularly the legend has been compared to some of ...
A: Savvas, I have tried the Gurkha line of cigars and although they are good, they still can't be ...
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| Wine Humidor | 7/14/2006 |
Q: I recall seeing something on the site with regards to using a wine chiller or a wine cooler to store ...
A: Ira, You can keep cigars (while in a humidor) in a wine cellar but I wouldn’t recommend storing ...
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| Not so Perfect Conditions?? | 7/14/2006 |
Q: Not so Perfect Conditions? I just started out on the wonderful road of Cigars, I’m not a huge ...
A: Darrell, A temperature of 72 degrees in your basement is acceptable for storing cigars. The perfect ...
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| Various questions and comments | 7/13/2006 |
Q: I found that many cubans are hard to pull on especially in the first third, is this normal for ...
A: It’s quite common for cigars to be slightly tight when you begin to smoke them. This is because ...
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| buying cigars | 7/13/2006 |
Q: very true thank you. so where would u recommend searching for the forums. and another question. say ...
A: Cigar Aficionado (www.cigaraficionado.com) has a good message board. Though you can't post messages ...
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| Humidors/Mold/Spanish Cedar | 7/12/2006 |
Q: I recently bought a humidor. The inside walls are spanish cedar or at least are laminated with it. ...
A: Jeff, In order for a humidor to effectively take care of your cigars, the interior must be made ...
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| Longevity | 7/12/2006 |
Q: Any idea approximately how long cigars (real cigars) might last outside of a humidor? I was also ...
A: Darrell, Depending on how dry the air in your home is, a cigar sitting out in the open can be dry ...
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| buying cigars | 7/12/2006 |
Q: iv been searching many places online for reliably places to buy authentic cubans. with your vast ...
A: Chris, Because there are so many online Cuban cigar retailers popping up all over the Internet, ...
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| Cigar etiquette | 7/11/2006 |
Q: I enjoy cohibas on outstanding occassions. The problem is when I do, I salivate to the point of ...
A: Christopher, Having the urge to constantly spit while smoking is not a good sign. I’m not sure ...
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| humidor | 7/10/2006 |
Q: I would like to buy a humidor. One that holds about 50-75 cigars. I'm not experienced with them, ...
A: Lindsay, Because there are literally hundreds of humidor brands and styles with prices ranging from ...
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| Life of a Cigar | 7/8/2006 |
Q: I received a humidor as a wedding gift several weeks. The temperature is at 70 and I have several ...
A: Matthew, First, congratulations on your wedding! Hope you have many years of happiness with your ...
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| Old cubans not properly stored | 7/7/2006 |
Q: I have two boxes of cuban cigars (Robusto and Siglo IV) that are about 3 years old; still sealed in ...
A: Mike, You should definitely restore these cigars. Any dry cigar - no matter how old and how dry - ...
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| Great info here | 7/7/2006 |
Q: I've smoked premium cigars for about 15 years. I generally like trying numerous brands from a ...
A: Brian, Thanks for the kind words. :) I love hearing from fellow cigar smokers and your support ...
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| Wrapper shades | 7/2/2006 |
Q: do cigar makers, namely the cubans, have a single recipe for a line of cigars? For instance, do they ...
A: The Maduro shade does indeed exist for Cuban cigars but you’ll need a sharp eye to spot them as the ...
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| OLD MONTECRISTO'S | 7/1/2006 |
Q: FOUND AN OLD WOODEN BOX OF CUBAN MONTECRISTOS. THE BOX IS WOODEN, VARNISHED, HAS THE MONTECRISTO ...
A: Rob, Because of the age of these cigars, I myself don't have much information on them but this is ...
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| Cigar recipe | 6/29/2006 |
Q: do cigar makers, namely the cubans, have a single recipe for a line of cigars? For instance, do they ...
A: Yes, each Cuban cigar brand has their own unique recipe that gives their cigars a distinct flavour. ...
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| Jose Marti | 6/27/2006 |
Q: I have a Jose Marti cigar how could I know whether the cigar is an original cuban cigar or whether ...
A: Genuine Cuban Jose Marti-brand cigars have not been made for several decades and are extremely hard ...
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| Air leaks | 6/26/2006 |
Q: Is there a way to check my humidor for air leaks? and hoe do I go about fixing them if there is ...
A: Don, There really aren't any leak tests that you can subject your humidor to so the best thing to ...
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| Cigars | 6/23/2006 |
Q: James, I have recently purchased a couple of cases of cigars and some of them came in plastic ...
A: Zane, Because your humidity is beginning to enter a very risky level (75%+), you need to lower your ...
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| Freezing cigars to kill blue mold? | 6/22/2006 |
Q: In a previous column you mentioned that by putting cigars after their blue mold was wiped off into a ...
A: Neil, The refrigeration process is only advised for when you want to salvage your moldy cigars. It ...
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| Cigar type | 6/22/2006 |
Q: I am a mid level cigar smoker and travel to Cuba 2-3 times a year, always stocking up. Normally M-C ...
A: Steven, The brand is called Vegas Robaina (pronounced "Ro-bye-na"). The brand was unveiled in 1998 ...
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| kahlua | 6/21/2006 |
Q: I'v heard a shot of kahlua in your humidor keeps cigars smelling fresh?
A: DG, Adding Kahlua to your humidor to keep your cigars fresh is a bit of an urban legend. I'm not ...
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| cigar humidors | 6/21/2006 |
Q: I'm having problems keeping my humidor at the right humidity. I recently bought it, it's a nice one, ...
A: Neil, It sounds like your humidor may need to be seasoned. Seasoning is process of letting your ...
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| How do you define flavors in a cigar? | 6/19/2006 |
Q: I recently asked a private question to you recently. My Monte's are fine now in the humi-pouch, ...
A: Jean-François, Cigar tasting can be a tricky and lengthy subject to understand but I'll try my best ...
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| cigar storage | 6/19/2006 |
Q: but i am unsure how i should store them as i dont have a humidor, please could you advise me of how ...
A: Ritchard, If you have no plans to purchase a humidor any time soon, your next best solution would ...
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| Montecristo no. 4's are unsmokable | 6/16/2006 |
Q: I recieved a gift froma friend, he brought back a box (25) of Montecristo no. 4 cigars, legit cigars ...
A: Jean-François, Cuban humidors can indeed store non-Cuban cigars and vice versa. Your non-Cuban ...
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| Comparable cigars | 6/16/2006 |
Q: Are the Don Lino dominicans as good and as mild the Don Lino Havana Reserves? I just purchased a box ...
A: Don, Yes, the regular Dominican line of Don Lino is also great and quite similar to the Havana ...
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| Humidors | 6/15/2006 |
Q: James, I want to purchase a 150-cigar humidor for my husband. He wants it to be "idiot-proof"! He ...
A: MK, Though there really isn't a truly complete "idiot-proof" humidor, there are things you can do ...
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| mold | 6/15/2006 |
Q: I am concerned about my humidor and cigars in it. I found a bunch of white mold on my humidifier. ...
A: Judd, The white, chalky powder that you find in your humidor (either on the wood or humidifiers but ...
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| humidity | 6/13/2006 |
Q: how do i go about taking humidity out of my humidor?
A: Teresa, I’m not exactly sure why you want to take humidity out of your humidor as your question is ...
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| Do cigars go bad? | 6/12/2006 |
Q: Do cigars ever go bad? I just bought my first cigar about two days ago. However, I have not smoked ...
A: Andrew, Yes, cigars can indeed go bad... in a certain way. If a cigar is not properly stored and ...
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| Storing cigars in a humidor | 6/9/2006 |
Q: When storing your cigars in a humidor do you remove them from the plastic sleeve or metal sleeve ...
A: Jerry, Yes, it's optional and totally safe for you to keep your cigars in their original cellophane ...
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| Comparable cigars | 6/8/2006 |
Q: Can you steer me toward a cigar that is comparable to the Don Lino Havana Reserve line they have ...
A: Don, Don Lino Havana Reserve is a great brand that gets better with age. If you can track down any ...
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| green spots on cigars | 6/8/2006 |
Q: ------------------------- Followup To Green spots Thanks James, 12 of the cigars have green on ...
A: Joe, Mold is often teal (green, bluish-green) in colour, fuzzy, and when wiped off, leaves a stain ...
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| Cigars: fresh | 6/7/2006 |
Q: Just wondering how to keep cigars fresh if you do not have a humidor. Just received a box of ...
A: Fernando, Wetting the back of the cigar box is not recommended as your cigars can sustain direct ...
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| green spots on cigars | 6/6/2006 |
Q: I am a just starting my first box of Monte Cristos #4 that a friend brought me back from Cuba. I ...
A: Joe, Those green spots is actually mold and occurs when the humidity is extremely high. They often ...
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| Reputable Online Cuban Cigar Sellers | 6/1/2006 |
Q: Do you have a list of reputable online cigar sellers? I have quite a bit of experience smoking ...
A: JH, Because there are so many online Cuban cigar retailers popping up all over the Internet, it's ...
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| Romeo y Julieta | 5/31/2006 |
Q: I Bought a RyJ cigar in the bahamas and i have had it for about 6 months...i becan to smoke it, and ...
A: Jordan, What happened to your cigar is something called "tunneling". It's a common occurence and ...
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| Cigar dating | 5/24/2006 |
Q: I recently started enjoying cigars after a trip to the Caribbean. I was able to bring back a box of ...
A: Jason, When buying Cuban cigars, authenticity is always a big concern. My best advice is that you ...
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| Keeping Cigars Fresh | 5/21/2006 |
Q: I was told that because I live in the North(Wisconsin)and Have a basement, that I can keep my extra ...
A: Yes, it is possible to store your cigars in your basement as long as your basement meets the ideal ...
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| cigars and humidors | 5/15/2006 |
Q: Mr. Yee I have humidor 300 counts for approx. 6 months, and I realized when I keep cigars in it for ...
A: BK, Cigars burning too quickly on the inside could be the result of 1 of 3 things: 1/ Improper ...
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| My humidor and cigars | 5/12/2006 |
Q: I purchased my humidor in December and it has been working great, until about a 3-4 weeks ago. I ...
A: Mark, This is a puzzling situation. Do you by any chance live in an extremely dry climate region? ...
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| using propylene glycol | 5/11/2006 |
Q: ....I resently purchased a humidor while in Cuba ( and some Cohiba's to fill it ). I have been in ...
A: Guy, Yes, to maintain a proper humidity level, you can use a Propylene Glycol mixture indefinitely ...
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| Restoring cigars | 5/8/2006 |
Q: Have fifty Royal Jamacans that were left unattended for over twenty years in a humidor. Is there any ...
A: Depending on the condition of the cigars, it is possible to restore them; even after a long period ...
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| MOLD!!!! | 5/4/2006 |
Q: Ack!!!! Are they totally ruined? I have a nearly full box of Hoyo de Monterrey Excaliburs that are ...
A: W. Kim, Good news: You don't have mold! The white dusty powder that you have on your cigars is ...
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| Humidity in Humidor | 4/30/2006 |
Q: I have a Humidor that is about 80%. I would like to know how do I get my Humidor to 72%? I am ...
A: You need to reduce the amount of distilled water/humidor solution you're putting into your ...
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| Etiquette | 4/30/2006 |
Q: So, do you keep the band on or do you take the band off?
A: It's really personal preference. Either method is perfectly acceptable. For me, it depends on my ...
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| Online purchases and Cubans in Iraq | 4/16/2006 |
Q: I am a U.S. Marine and am currently deployed to Iraq. I very recently began enjoying cigars and ...
A: Thompsons is a very reputable company. Another company is JR's (www.jrcigars.com) which is also ...
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| preffered (legal) cigar brands | 4/11/2006 |
Q: Yee, I am by no means a seasoned cigar smoker, but i do enjoy the occasional smoke. My question to ...
A: I'm assuming you live in the United States so I'll recommend some great non-Cuban cigar brands. ...
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| Cigar Etiquette | 3/31/2006 |
Q: Have just picked on the Royal Habbit of cigar smoking but I know nothing much about the ...
A: Rajesh, I'm not sure where you're located so what I'll do is just name a few brands and give you ...
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| propylene glycol and seasoning | 3/30/2006 |
Q: I have just bought my first humidor and am in the process of seasoning it. I am wondering if using ...
A: Chris, Propylene Glycol is not necessary if you are not having any trouble maintaining the humidity ...
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| Leather humididor | 3/27/2006 |
Q: I bought a large leather wrapped humidor not long ago. I have seasoned it several times, but it ...
A: Yes, you're right. I've seen this happen before and I'm pretty sure the leather is absorbing all the ...
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| CIGARS GETTING HARD | 3/10/2006 |
Q: I BOUGHT 2 BOXES OF OPUS X AND A NEW HUMIDOR I ALSO BOUGHT CIGAR OASIS FOR MY HUMIDOR.CIGARS WERE ...
A: It sounds like your humidor is still not fully seasoned (is it a large humidor?) because the ...
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| How to set up and maintain a humidor | 3/3/2006 |
Q: I know this question was surely asked a million times if not more, however I cannot find the answer ...
A: The process of preparing a new humidor is called "seasoning". To season your humidor, simply take a ...
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| Seasoning a Humidor - without wiping it down | 2/14/2006 |
Q: Enjoying reading your responses and I have a question on seasoning - Upgrading my hardware, I ...
A: Although I do not own any Michael Dixon humidors, I am quite familiar with them and know that you ...
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| Care & Treatment of Cigas | 2/10/2006 |
Q: What is your opinion on the use of Propylene Glycol and distilled water in a humidor? Which cigars ...
A: Propylene Glycol is good but I would only recommend it as a last resort because it could increase ...
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| cuban cigars | 2/6/2006 |
Q: If a local police officer were to see you with a cuban cigar could he arrest you?
A: It would totally depend on the police officer and what his mood was at that moment. I personally ...
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| Old Cigars | 2/5/2006 |
Q: I have a quick question about a full box of cigars we found while cleaning out my grandparents ...
A: My experience and knowledge with vintage Roi-Tan cigars is quite limited so without any detailed ...
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| Romeo y Julieta cigar | 2/2/2006 |
Q: I have three Romeo y Julieta Belicosos cigars made in Dominican Republic in a tin box. I'd like to ...
A: The differences in packaging are quite simple but noticeable. Dominican Republic RyJ cigars will ...
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| Humidor humidity levels | 1/19/2006 |
Q: I recently bought a 50 cigar capacity humdidor. It has a passive humidifer which I have charged in ...
A: Analog hygrometers tend to be faulty/inaccurate sometimes so I would recommend investing in a ...
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| Cuban cigars | 1/17/2006 |
Q: Recently I was in Baja Norte, Mexico. I stumbled across a high-pressure salesman claiming to have ...
A: C., The best way to identify fake Cuban cigars from the real ones is quite simple… you have to ...
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| Storing new cigars | 1/11/2006 |
Q: My questions are these... 1.I have just received a box of Cusano Corojo 1997 as a gift and was ...
A: 1.I have just received a box of Cusano Corojo 1997 as a gift and was wondering if it is best to take ...
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| Type of cigar | 1/8/2006 |
Q: I went to a party and smoked a vanilla flavoured cigar and dont remember the name of it. The lable ...
A: I normally deal with premium cigars and from the description, this cigar doesn't fall into that ...
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| Cigar storage | 12/11/2005 |
Q: I live in Melbourne Australia and love cigars in good company. I rarely smoke on my own. My last ...
A: Though it takes a bit of time and patience, it is possible to restore cigars if they become too dry. ...
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| Cigar and Humidor Puchase | 12/8/2005 |
Q: I am looking to purchase a cigar of the month club membership for my boyfried and his father for ...
A: The only reputable/popular Cigar of the Month club that I can think of is available at cigar.com ...
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| hoyo de monterrey (bad batch?) | 12/3/2005 |
Q: I have a box of hoyo de monterreys of exceptionally poor quality for the format (and i'm fairly sure ...
A: Can you describe what exactly is wrong with the cigars? All premium Cuban cigars are handmade so ...
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| storage and cigar info | 11/30/2005 |
Q: I am just back from Cuba with 3 boxes of Cuban cigars. 1 box San Christobal (Muralla) 1 box Cohiba ...
A: 1) Is there such a type as Muralla as I cant seen to find them on the net - they are in a very nice ...
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| cigars | 11/14/2005 |
Q: I enjoy cigars; getting into it at the golf course or parties. I started trying various varieties ...
A: Adam, First, congratulations on your interest in fine cigars. To answer your question, there are ...
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| Customs with Cuban Cigars | 10/26/2005 |
Q: I am working on a paper for an english drama class on the play "Anna in the Tropics". The question ...
A: From what I was told, when the head of a family – the father for example – wants to share his cigar ...
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| Burning qualities | 10/3/2005 |
Q: I smoke mostly La Hoya de Monterray Epicure No 2. Occasionally I have lit the cigar, it burns very ...
A: The problem with your Epi 2s could be one or a multitude of things. I'm not able to properly assess ...
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| humidors | 9/15/2005 |
Q: Hey James- I'm a cigar enthusiast (current favorite smokes are the Punch Gran Puro and CAO MX2)and ...
A: Without a doubt, it's best to use Spanish Cedar for the interior of your humidor. Spanish Cedar is ...
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| Humidor Temperature | 6/15/2005 |
Q: down to 70.The humidity is OK 70_74%. The temp. is running 72_80. I live in southern N.M. The ...
A: Storing cigars at that high tempurature can definitely ruin your cigars. Your cigars can become ...
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| H. Upmann cigar compiarisons | 6/2/2005 |
Q: Thompson sells two H. Upmann cigars that appear to be the same thing Vinage Cameroon and Cedar Aged ...
A: The Vintage Cameroon is Upmann's more "fancier" and high-end line of cigars. From what I have been ...
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| Humidor | 5/29/2005 |
Q: Hey James. My wife just bought me an Atolll Cigar Can, but it came without any instructions and ...
A: If by “metal containers” you mean metal cigar tubes, then no, you really don't need to remove them. ...
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| partagas | 5/29/2005 |
Q: i recently tried a partagas cuban cigar, and liked it - i know nothing about cuban cigars apart from ...
A: Among the many, many Cuban cigar brands currently available in the market, Partagas is one of Cuba's ...
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| cigars storage? | 5/9/2005 |
Q: I was wondering if you take the cigar out of the plastic wrapping when storying in the humidifier.
A: I personally like to store both cigars with cellophane and cigars without… it depends on the ...
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| Maintaining Cigars | 4/20/2005 |
Q: How would I be able to maintain cigars fresh until I get enough money to purchase a humidifier, a ...
A: There are storage bags called "humi-packs" or "humi-pouch" (name varies by brand) and they're simply ...
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| old cigars | 3/24/2005 |
Q: they don't seem to be breaking apart or anything, but are they still safe to smoke ? thanks
A: If those cigars were properly humidified and stored when you bought them, then yes, it should be ...
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| humidor/cigar storage | 3/23/2005 |
Q: I recently invested in what I consider a decent humidor that will hold between 140 and 150 sticks. ...
A: If you plan to [eventually] smoke all the cigars in your humidor within the next year or so (and of ...
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| Cigar Help | 3/8/2005 |
Q: I wanted to know if you could help me out in finding a specific cigar. I have a friend who told me ...
A: Unfortunately, this is somewhat outside of my expertise. I really don't recognize that cigar brand ...
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| old cigars | 3/1/2005 |
Q: I have 6 1945 country club cigars.I also have 6 1900 cigars no name were can i sell tham? Any ideas?
A: I would imagine their are people who would be interested in purchasing them. What you should do is ...
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| cigars | 2/14/2005 |
Q: What are the top ten hand rolled cigars that can be purchased in the States? What are the Price ...
A: I would say the top 10 cigar brands available in the United States are: 1/ Fuente Fuente Opus X ...
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| Cigar Storgae | 1/22/2005 |
Q: Question from UK Dear Sir, I recently recieved a box of 25 cuban esplendidos for a brithday ...
A: Greetings from Canada! Congratulations on receiving a box of Cohiba Esplendidos, that is a great ...
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| I have a few questions...
1.)... | 1/15/2005 |
Q: I have a few questions... 1.) Is it true that Dominican cigars taste almost identical to Cubans? ...
A: To answer your questions: 1/ No, Dominican cigars are not identical to Cuban cigars in regards to ...
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| Humidor | 1/2/2005 |
Q: I can't maintain an optimum level of humidity in my humidor. I prepped according to instructions, ...
A: When you say you "prepped" the humidor, do you mean that you seasoned it? To properly season your ...
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| Rehydrating Cigars | 12/17/2004 |
Q: My husband and I bought a humidor that seems to dry out our cigars no matter how carefully we adjust ...
A: Yes, extremely dry cigars (to a certain extent) can be re-hydrated but the process is extremely ...
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| Romeo Y Julieta 1875 Number 4 | 12/7/2004 |
Q: I am emailing you for your expert cigar advise. I was shopping for cigars at famous-smoke.com and ...
A: The RyJ 1875 #4 is an excellent cigar. I've had quite a few in the past 2 years and I've had nothing ...
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| JRCigars & humidity | 11/9/2004 |
Q: Yee, What do you think of JRCigars' JR Cuban Alternatives cigars? http://www.jrcigars.com I ...
A: Roberto, I've only sampled a few of JR's "Cuban Alternatives" but their Bolivar, Cohiba, ...
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| a variety or cigars to try | 9/25/2004 |
Q: I've smoked cigars infrequently for the past seven years, but recently have taken more enjoyment out ...
A: Defining your own personal cigar "palette" is one of the more exciting and educating aspects of ...
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| cigar taste | 9/6/2004 |
Q: Mr. Yee, Thank you for taking time to read my question. I am looking for a CREAMY slightly sweet ...
A: Kerry, Thanks for dropping me a line. I'm always glad to help out fellow cigar smokers. Just off ...
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| Ria? Rias? Cigars | 9/2/2004 |
Q: My friend goes to Canada about every year for a fishing trip and always brings back a few cigars. ...
A: Do you remember the length of this cigar? I am positive that this cigar is not Cuban as there are no ...
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