Wetting a cigar

markem · 01-04-2022, 09:37 AM

This can be a good technique, especially with dry, thin wrappers. I don't do it for 5 seconds, like many youtube videos do, but instead quickly turn the cigar under the tap, shake it off, and then wrap in a tissue to remove excess moisture.

I haven't done this in years, but have some sticks that came in over humidified and now have somewhat loose caps that are fragile. I've been using a punch on these with excellent success, but maybe I should retry wetting.

Thanks for posting this. I had almost forgotten this technique. I'd hate to think that I forgot something that can help save a cigar from unwrapping and also enhance the flavor.

We should put this in the newsletter.

bruceolee · 01-04-2022, 09:45 AM

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We should put this in the newsletter.

that made me laugh. yeah amend section 2 to include a section on wetting a cigar and it's proper technique. God Bless!

Havanaaddict · 01-04-2022, 11:27 AM

When I worked a cigar shop I would get this old guy that would come in and grab a cigar come up pay. Then he would stick it 1/2 way in his mouth take it out and do the other end the other 1/2

I do know that this was common in the old days that they would lick the whole cigar before smoking it!

markem · 01-04-2022, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Havanaaddict

When I worked a cigar shop I would get this old guy that would come in and grab a cigar come up pay. Then he would stick it 1/2 way in his mouth take it out and do the other end the other 1/2

I do know that this was common in the old days that they would lick the whole cigar before smoking it!

I think that he was flirting with you.

Havanaaddict · 01-04-2022, 11:50 AM

bruceolee · 01-04-2022, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by markem

I think that he was flirting with you.

I didn't say it but don't think i wasn't thinking it

icehog3 · 01-04-2022, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by markem

I think that he was flirting with you.

01-04-2022, 09:37 AM	#1
markem Bunion Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Second Star on the Right Posts: 22,647 Trading: (47)	Re: Wetting a cigar This can be a good technique, especially with dry, thin wrappers. I don't do it for 5 seconds, like many youtube videos do, but instead quickly turn the cigar under the tap, shake it off, and then wrap in a tissue to remove excess moisture. I haven't done this in years, but have some sticks that came in over humidified and now have somewhat loose caps that are fragile. I've been using a punch on these with excellent success, but maybe I should retry wetting. Thanks for posting this. I had almost forgotten this technique. I'd hate to think that I forgot something that can help save a cigar from unwrapping and also enhance the flavor. We should put this in the newsletter. __________________ I refuse to belong to any organization that would have me as a member. ~ Groucho Marx

01-04-2022, 11:27 AM	#3
Havanaaddict Man in Black!!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: V.I.P Room Partagas Factory Posts: 3,512 Trading: (1)	Re: Wetting a cigar When I worked a cigar shop I would get this old guy that would come in and grab a cigar come up pay. Then he would stick it 1/2 way in his mouth take it out and do the other end the other 1/2 I do know that this was common in the old days that they would lick the whole cigar before smoking it! __________________ "If my answers frighten you then you should cease asking scary questions." "Hav-a-na nice day"

01-04-2022, 11:50 AM	#5
Havanaaddict Man in Black!!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: V.I.P Room Partagas Factory Posts: 3,512 Trading: (1)	Re: Wetting a cigar __________________ "If my answers frighten you then you should cease asking scary questions." "Hav-a-na nice day"