The Cigar Blending Process: From Idea to Repeatable Profile
From idea to boxed cigar: setting the brief, picking leaf by role, prototyping, QC, and the post-roll rest that makes profiles sing.
Hand-Made Premium Cigars: The Curing Stage, Explained
Inside the curing barn: selective primings, air-curing timelines, risk control, and the post-cure steps that set premium cigars up for greatness.
Maduro vs. Ligero/Viso/Seco/Volado: What Each Term Really Means
Primings describe leaf position; maduro describes wrapper processing. How they work together to create strength, aroma, and a smooth finish.
Do Aged Cigars Lose Strength? Nicotine Levels vs. Perceived Power
Nicotine stays; delivery changes. Why aged cigars feel gentler, how primings affect perception, and practical tips to manage strength.