How do the packaged cigars that I can buy form the drugstore or the magazine store compare to THE GOOD STUFF?
Most packaged “drug store” cigars include non-tobacco ingredients such as paper, saltpeter (for even burning) and PG or Glycerin (to prevent them from drying out). Quality cigars contain only tobacco. Most quality cigars contain top-of-the-line leaves, and are made with long-filler (the leaves run from end to end. “Good” cigars are generally only available from tobacconists. • Are Mail-Order cigars ok? Many cigar smokers use mail-order houses for their discounted prices. The problem with this is that there are very few mail-order suppliers who will let you purchase singles – and who wants to spend $100 for a box just to try a new smoke? This is one of the best reasons why you might want to frequent your local tobacconist. There you can get good advice, buy singles, and see and smell the stogies you’re purchasing. • What about “old” cigars? Should I buy “fresh” ones? Tobacco used in premiums is aged 18 to 24 months before rolling. Some manufacturers age rolled cigars an additional year
