Cigar FAQs

Short answers, in plain language, to the questions that come up most often in our newsletter and our app’s support channel. The longer treatments live in the blog; if you want the full why, follow the link at the bottom of each answer.

Should I rest cigars in cellophane?

When to keep cellophane on, when to take it off, and the practical rule that resolves the debate for most smokers.

What is the sick period in cigars?

Why a fresh cigar can taste sharp or closed, the off-gassing curve, and how to tell from the nose whether a cigar is ready.

What is the difference between resting and aging a cigar?

Three terms get used loosely and they mean different things. The framework that distinguishes acclimatisation, rest, and aging.

Can I smoke a cigar the same day I buy it?

When same-day smoking works, when it doesn’t, and the nose-and-fingers test that tells you which is which.

How long should I rest a cigar after shipping?

The thirty-day rule, why it exists, and the rule of thumb that overlays it for cigars that travelled the long way.