How long can you keep a cigar?

How long can you keep a cigar? This is a question that many cigar smokers ask themselves, as they want to know how best to store their cigars. While the shelf life of a cigar depends on many factors, including the type of tobacco used and how it is stored, most cigars last for several years if properly cared for

The effects of time on a cigar are also important. As a cigar ages, it gradually loses its flavor and aroma. This is why it is important to store cigars in a humidor or other controlled environment, as this will help preserve their quality for longer periods of time.

How long can a cigar be stored?

The life span of a cigar

The life of a cigar is determined by many factors. The type of tobacco, the size of the cigar, the climate and the way it is stored all play a role in the life of a cigar.

Generally speaking, cigars made with higher quality tobaccos and rolled tighter will last longer than those made with lower quality tobaccos. Also, small cigars tend to have a shorter shelf life than large cigars. This is because there is less tobacco in a small cigar, so it dries out more quickly.

Cigars also degrade more quickly in hot and humid climates. This is why it is important to store cigars in a cool, dry place. A humidor is the best way to keep cigars cool, but if you don't have one, any airtight container will do. Just be sure to add a humidifier if the climate is drier.

The humidor to keep your cigars rolling

A good rule of thumb is that cigars can be stored for up to five years before they start to lose their flavor. After that, they will still be smokable, but the flavors will be muted and the cigars will be much harder. If you want to age your cigars beyond five years, you will need to store them in a temperature-controlled environment like a humidor.

The effects of time on the cigar

Cigars degrade over time

The quality of a cigar will degrade over time due to many factors. Probably the most important factor is the evaporation of the oils that give cigars their flavor and aroma. As a cigar ages, these oils slowly evaporate and are not replenished, so the cigar becomes less flavorful and aromatic. In addition, a cigar's tobacco dries out with age, becoming harsher and less enjoyable to smoke. Finally, the wrapper leaf also dries out and may crack or peel, affecting both the appearance and smoking characteristics of the cigar. All of these effects are gradual and depend on the storage quality of the cigars, but they will eventually happen to all cigars, regardless of storage conditions.

Cigar aromas disappear if not stored properly

The flavors and aromas in cigars come from a variety of volatile compounds that are released when you light a cigar and smoke it. These compounds are quickly lost when a cigar is exposed to air, so it is important to store cigars in an airtight environment if you want them to taste fresh.