Cigars as the Perfect Gift
Every year, there are at least two important occasions when people think about how to make someone else happy: birthdays and Christmas. Of course, there are also anniversaries, promotions, successful exams, and other celebrations. But it can be challenging enough to find a suitable gift for someone you care about for these two key dates without ending up with a disappointed look that says, "Thanks for the socks, darling!" If the person you want to surprise is a tobacco enthusiast, why not dive into the cigar gift box? Cigars offer much more than just tobacco. We’ve gathered some wonderful tips for using cigars as a unique gift for all other connoisseurs who might enjoy a good smoke.
Give Your Loved One a Cigar
Cigars embody elegance and style. They also carry a certain status, especially among men. Politicians, intellectuals, and members of the upper class—many enjoy cigars. Cigars are exclusive, which makes them a popular gift.
Let's dispel the myth that cigars and women don’t go together. Of course, you see more men smoking cigars than women. However, recent years have seen a rise in female cigar aficionados, not just in glamour circles. There’s even a saying: in the past, women bought good cigars for their lovers; today, more women are becoming cigar lovers themselves. Whether male or female, it’s essential to choose the right cigar that matches the recipient’s taste.
A Souvenir from Vacation
If you're vacationing in the Dominican Republic or Cuba, bringing cigars back as gifts for smokers can be a great idea. But it’s wise to first find out if the recipient has experience with cigars. It’s easy to be tempted to buy an expensive, strong, large-format cigar. However, this might not be the best choice unless the recipient is an experienced cigar lover who can appreciate quality and handle larger formats. To truly enjoy a Double Corona, some experience is necessary. For beginners, a classic Corona or even a Petit Corona is a better choice. Mild cigars, such as Claros with their greenish to light brown wrapper, are ideal for newcomers and those who prefer a gentler flavor.
Sampler packs are a fantastic way to gift a range of flavors from the cigar world. These sets include a dozen or more cigars in different formats, origins, and flavors, so no matter the recipient’s taste, they’re bound to find a cigar they’ll love.
How About a Little Extra?
While the cigar itself is central to the smoking experience, a true aficionado needs more than just the cigar to enjoy their passion. The accessories and tools required to fully savor a smoke are equally important. If you’re unsure of the recipient’s cigar preferences, you might consider gifting some cigar accessories. There’s often something elegant that they may not yet own.
Proper storage is essential, and there are humidors of all sizes and price ranges to maintain the right humidity for long-term storage. For on-the-go storage, whether while traveling or just out and about, elegant cigar tubes for single cigars or cases for multiple cigars make great gifts.
When the moment arrives to enjoy a good cigar, the first essential tool is a cigar cutter to snip the cap. These come in various designs, from simple to luxurious. Once your cigar is prepared, the next step is lighting it with the right lighter or special cigar matches. While there’s little that can go wrong with matches, choosing the right lighter requires some thought; a cheap lighter can ruin even the finest cigar. Lastly, don’t forget about proper ash disposal—if not smoked outdoors, that is.
Standard ashtrays may seem suitable, but the rim must be wide enough to accommodate the cigar, especially since the last third is typically not smoked. Specialized cigar ashtrays are better suited for this purpose. As a friendly tip, we recommend letting the cigar burn out naturally instead of crushing it; it will extinguish on its own.
For more inspiring ideas, visit our online store under the category “Gift Ideas,” where you'll find a wide selection of cigar-related gifts.
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