Cuban Cigars Blog by EGM Cigars

A Short History: Cigars, Fashion and Influence

A Short History: Cigars, Fashion and Influence

Known to many aficionados all over the world, there has always been a relationship between smoking Cuban Cigars and the world of refined fashion. To many cigar novices, it can...

How to Season Your Humidor: A 5-Step Guide

How to Season Your Humidor: A 5-Step Guide

Most aficionados will know that a brand new Humidor is a no place for a Cuban Cigars to rest! “Why?”, you ask.  Cedar is often part of the humidification device...

The Art of Lighting a Cigar

The Art of Lighting a Cigar

Unlike lighting up cigarettes or candles, lighting a Cuban Cigar requires more thought and patience. If you do not ensure that all the cigar components are correctly lit, then you are missing...

The Art of Cigar Cutting

The Art of Cigar Cutting

To gain aficionado status, you need to master the art of cutting Cuban cigars. Preparing your cigar to smoke is not as simple as pulling it out, sparking it up...

Maduro Wrappers: Are Darker Cigars Stronger?

Maduro Wrappers: Are Darker Cigars Stronger?

The Maduro wrapper or the 'Capa Negra' in Spanish, has earned a reputation among cigar aficionados, and since its conception, has become a widely popular choice. Maduro means “ripe” in...