Cigar Humidors
by John Payne 

 

Cigar humidors perform a vital function for the cigar aficianado, or even the beginner. Their function is to store your cigars, keeping them at just the right humidity, which should be in the range of 65-75%. Maintaining the right humidity is vital to keeping your cigars in the best possible condition. If the air is too dry, the cigars dry out, and lose flavor. If the air is too moist, mold can spoil them

When cigar humidors are doing their job well, the cigars age in a way that enhances their flavor, improving your enjoyment.

If you really enjoy a top-quality cigar, then choosing one of the many quality cigar humidors available is an important investment for you, one that will last you many years.

They come in many styles. You can choose beautiful timber humidors, finished in burlwood or cherrywood, with specially chosen spanish cedar lining. Travel humidors come in a variety of sizes and constructions, and can store from one to more than twenty of your favorite cigar.

Here are 5 easy steps to choosing the right humidor.

1. Size. Start off with one that won't break your budget, but that you won't grow out of in 5 minutes! A 50-cigar one should be ideal. Remember, you can put less cigars in a larger humidor, but you can't put more in a small one!

2. Seal. Make sure that the humidor has a good seal. If it doesn't stop air movement, it's not doing it's job.

3. Liner. Quality cigar humidors have a Spanish Cedar lining. It's chosen because it can handle the humidity required without warping.

4. Style. Make sure that your choice of humidor complements your own personal style.

5. Quality. Ensure that the humidor is good quality. If the lid warps, or the hinges fail, the seal will be broken. Then, all you'll have is a nice-looking storage box. Always remember, "Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten."

There are many models available, and our good friends at Voila Cigars are waiting to help you, with a fine selection of cigar humidors (and cigars!).

Also check out Thompson Cigars- makers of fine cigar humidors.

New! If you're the man with a plan, if you're good with wood, then you could Make Plans To Build Your Own Cigar Humidor at the Online Discount Cigar Store