cigar 101
Cigar Glossary
The cigar world is full of confusing terms. We've expanded our glossary to take you step-by-step through the process of making cigars by hand. From seed to smoke, from "A" sized cigars measuring 9-inches long to the Yankee hinges on a Connecticut tobacco curing barn, we have the most extensive cigar glossary available anywhere. Start searching from A to Z.
Weekly Tip
Each week, we offer tips for how to get the most out of your cigar smoking experience. Have a suggestion for a tip?
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Cigar 101 Videos
Our teaching video series explains how to select, cut, light and care for your cigars, as well as other tips.
Cigar 101: Light My Fire: Colibri's executive vice president Les Mann shows senior editor David Savona the right way to refill and maintain a butane lighter.
Beyond the Brand
The biggest names in the cigar industry give insight into the brand's you love.
Making a Padrón Cigar: Jorge Padrón takes David Savona behind the scenes at Padrón Cigars in Nicaragua.