Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Cigar Humidors

By Theresa Cahill and Jeff G

Any cigar aficionado knows that those pesky cellophane wrappers are not meant for long-term storage; rather, cigar humidors are where all cigars should reside until the time comes for them to be enjoyed. The purpose of these humidors, whether the larger versions or the smaller, household variety, is to keep the outside air out so a level temperature and humidity can be maintained.

To start, a level temperature is essential to preserving cigars. Cigar humidors keep a temperature that is as close as possible to the natural climate of tropical areas where the tobacco leaves grow and are harvested. The tobacco must be kept stable lest it become too dry from too much cold. A perfect temperature is around seventy degrees Fahrenheit.

By the same token, the humidity levels are also regulated by cigar humidors. Once again, tobacco leaves need to be kept in an environment that closely mimics their original clime. An optimal humidity level is close to that of the tropics, or around seventy or eighty percent. This keeps the leaves from drying out and rendering the cigar unsmokable and stale.

By maintaining a stable temperature and humidity, the tobacco not only stays fresh, but it also prevents a tobacco beetle-whose larvae live dormant in leaves-from taking over the cigars and destroying them. You see, a cigar humidor keeps out the dry and the cold, and it also prevents the too-hot and too-humid conditions that these beetles thrive in.

Now, no matter which size cigar humidors you are looking at, you need to know that all are not created equal. Some come equipped with a humidifier, some don’t. Some humidification systems use water, while others take special solutions. There are actually quite a few things to consider.

One of the most important considerations to make in choosing among cigar humidors is what type of wood is used to line the inside. It is widely known that certain woods will alter the taste and smell of the cigars over time. For this reason it is important to only go with cigar humidors that use Spanish cedar wood, because this does nothing to compromise the taste and quality of the cigars.

In the end, it does not matter if the cigar humidors you are looking at are really big or really small… what matters is whether it uses nothing that interferes with your cigars, and will keep the right temperature and the right humidity to protect the long-lasting freshness of your cigar collection.

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