The Cigar Companion: Third Edition

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This companion guide unlocks the intricacies and flavors of handmade cigars, featuring their history, a buyer's guide, and profiles of 70 top brands, all enhanced by full-color photographs. Unlike machine-made cigars, quality handmade cigars offer a unique celebration and are often likened to fine wine, with their craftsmanship and ingredient quality directly influencing flavor. The rich history of cigar enjoyment has evolved, yet hand rolling remains a cherished tradition among aficionados, as certain nuances cannot be replicated by machines. The time-honored practices of harvesting, drying, and curing leaves have deep roots and continue to innovate, providing new experiences for smokers. The guide explores various cigar-making techniques and quality discernment methods for consumers. It includes the origin story of cigars, a directory of popular choices, best buying practices, storage techniques for preservation, and a list of reputable merchants. Covering major brands like Havana and Dominican, as well as lesser-known options, it provides insights into origin, smoking qualities, flavor, aroma, and proper storage. This book serves as your invitation into the captivating world of cigars.