65% or 70%.... which is better

[icehog3]

Originally Posted by Mugen910

yes and no.


Yes, it is personal preference if you prefer to smoke your cigars a bit on the moist side.

No, it is not personal preference due to smoking issues that arise...It's been debated before many times over and I'm sure the OP would/could have found the discussion if he tried a tad harder but I digress.

I have found that keeping my cigars closer to 70% will create tunneling issues during my burn. I have also found that my cigars tend to have a harder time staying lit.

I'm not one to argue so try it out and see if you get more or less problems smoking. I don't smoke too often so I could be wrong all over.

I agree wth Bao's assessment, 74% not only can lead to burn issues but also to the dreaded mold issues.

Me? I like 60-62%. I also have a separate desktop for NCs that I keep at 65%.

[shilala]

Originally Posted by icehog3

I agree wth Bao's assessment, 74% not only can lead to burn issues but also to the dreaded mold issues.

Me? I like 60-62%. I also have a separate desktop for NCs that I keep at 65%.

74% is getting real close to mold issues. It only takes 80% for mold to grow and thrive. It's a dangerous place to be, especially considering some spots can get wetter than others.
I keep a 65% for my cc's and singles and odd stuff, but the bulk of my ready to smoke stuff is at 63%.
The actual amount of water in a cigar from 60 to 65% is so tiny that it's amazing how much difference the flavor and burn can be. It's really interesting, too. And fun to mess with.

[Ashcan Bill]

For long term storage I keep my cabinet at 65-70%. I personally think cigars age better at a little higher RH, but many would disagree with me.

Like the Admiral I have a separate NC humidor I keep around 65%.

My "smoking" humidor I keep 60% beads in. Don't have a hygrometer in that one - I just trust the beads.

[paris1129]

Originally Posted by Ashcan Bill

For long term storage I keep my cabinet at 65-70%. I personally think cigars age better at a little higher RH, but many would disagree with me.

Like the Admiral I have a separate NC humidor I keep around 65%.

My "smoking" humidor I keep 60% beads in. Don't have a hygrometer in that one - I just trust the beads.

Forgive me ignorance, but what does the "NC" stand for?

[T.G]

Originally Posted by paris1129

Forgive me ignorance, but what does the "NC" stand for?

NC = Non Cuban (Cigar)

vs.

CC = Cuban Cigar

[paris1129]

Originally Posted by T.G

NC = Non Cuban (Cigar)

vs.

CC = Cuban Cigar

Thanks! Out of curiosity, is there a reason why non-cuban cigars should be kept separate from cubans?

As far as rh settings, I just recently got a montegue cabinet humidor and am in the process of filling it. So far I have been keeping it right around 68-70, but after reading this thread, I am considering lowering the rh a bit...

[Ashcan Bill]

Originally Posted by paris1129

Thanks! Out of curiosity, is there a reason why non-cuban cigars should be kept separate from cubans?

The only reason I keep 'em separate is so I can actually find the darn things if the mood hits.

I don't bother moving them to my 60% "smoking" humidor only because the NCs smoke fine at a higher RH.

[T.G]

Originally Posted by paris1129

Thanks! Out of curiosity, is there a reason why non-cuban cigars should be kept separate from cubans?

I don't separate them.


Opinions vary though.

/shrug

[JJG]

Originally Posted by paris1129

Forgive me ignorance, but what does the "NC" stand for?

"non-Cuban"

not surprisingly, Cuban cigars are referred to as "CCs"

edit: question answered. damn you guys are fast.

while we're at it, Can someone explain what this popular smilie is supposed to represent?

I've always felt like I should know but never wanted to ask.

Originally Posted by paris1129

Thanks! Out of curiosity, is there a reason why non-cuban cigars should be kept separate from cubans?

The only reason I can think of is that Cubans are rolled a bit tighter than NCs and smoke a little easier when dry. Also, the popular wisdom is that Cubans taste better at a lower RH, but if Cubans taste better at a lower RH, I would think NCs would too. and I've never actually heard of anyone keeping them separately.

[Kreth]

Originally Posted by JJG

The only reason I can think of is that Cubans are rolled a bit tighter than NCs and smoke a little easier when dry. Also, the popular wisdom is that Cubans taste better at a lower RH, but if Cubans taste better at a lower RH, I would think NCs would too. and I've never actually heard of anyone keeping them separately.

I believe the reasoning is that NCs are aged before shipping, and considered ready to smoke, where CCs (in general) need some rest.
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