Smoking a cigar seems like a gentleman’s past time. If you’ve been dying of curiosity and you want to try it out, here are a few tips before you buy your first one.
Find the right cigar
This is a huge step, so you’ll want to do it right. Bad information and a poor choice of cigar can turn you off the habit for life. First, you’ll want to find a cigar you’ll like. With slews of options out there, start by doing a bit of research. Check out what different brands taste like. That or go for popular brands like Backwoods from the UK. Find out as much as you can to see if it’s a good fit for what you have in mind.
Ask around
If you already know someone who smokes Backwoods from the UK, then it wouldn’t hurt to ask for tips and advice. Your friend could help you pick out the options that will work best for you.
Eat
Be sure to have a decent meal before you try your first cigar, though. You could get overwhelmed with the taste and may end up nauseous. Don’t worry, though. That happens even to experienced smokers, The Rake says, so you aren’t alone.
Choose the size
When you pick a cigar, mind the size. The size corresponds to how long you’ll be smoking that cigar. Some may run for up to 20 minutes to 75 minutes. If you go with the wrong one, you may find yourself rushing through the experience. Don’t make that mistake. If you’re shopping for supplies online and aren’t quite sure which size corresponds to the length of the smoking time you want, then don’t be afraid to reach out to the shop and ask. That way, you can pick your options with greater confidence and ease.