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 before even shipping them to the distributor. as long as they are stored properly, there’s no such thing as an “old” cigar. Many people prefer “vintage” smokes. Refer to the FAQ section on aging cigars for more information. Cigars are never “fresh” in the proper definition of the word. All reputable tobacconists will store them properly, at approx. 70 deg, 70% humidity. Always have cigars shipped overni