You’ve chosen & cut your favorite cigar, but there is one more important step: you must properly light your cigar. A bad light can ruin the flavor of the cigar and make it hard to draw from.
It’s important for newcomers to the world of cigars to have great smoking experiences, so we created a step-by-step guide how to light cigars the right way:
1. Choose the right lighter. Avoid using a regular lighter because the flame is too intense and can cause your cigar to taste bitter. Instead, opt for a butane-filled torch lighter that has a soft flame.
2. Cut the cigar. Before you light the cigar, you need to cut off the end. This will ensure that the smoke is distributed evenly as you draw. Use a guillotine cutter or a cigar punch to cut the cigar and make sure that the cut is clean.
3. Toast the foot. Hold the cigar away from your mouth and toast the foot of the cigar. Move the flame in a circular motion to evenly heat the tobacco. Make sure not to put the flame directly on the tobacco as this can burn it.
4. Light the cigar. Once the foot of the cigar is evenly toasted, you can light the cigar. Again, use the torch lighter to slowly and evenly light the foot of the cigar. Rotate the cigar to make sure that the flame is evenly distributed.
5. Draw from the cigar. Once the cigar is lit, take a few gentle draws to get the cigar started. This will help to create an even burn and will ensure that the cigar is smoking correctly.
Just remember to take your time and make sure that the flame is evenly distributed to get the best flavor from your favorite cigar.
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