Mastering the Cigar Experience: Expert Tips for Elite Smokers

[@OmniphonProductions]

Not an aficionado; just a longtime enthusiast. For me, the cigar experience...whether with good company or not...is about the _ceremony,_ which brings enjoyment before I've had even one puff. Between work, family, and a locally successful band, my schedule is packed, so _making_ myself take an occasional hour (or so) to _willfully ignore_ the rest of the world and focus on a pleasurable _process_ is highly therapeutic. I make every _exhale_ last as long as I can, and (assuming the smoke has a good flavor, creamy thickness, and smooth retrohale) the smoke becomes a _visual representation_ of my stress, as I watch it leave my body, swirl in the breeze, and eventually dissipate into the air and blow away.

[@nathanhawee5373]

Exactly

[@chriswilliams4316]

Well said

[@KoolSmokinKCK]

This.

[@TerryHowell-dy7qh]

You're spot on being differences between smoking cigars indoors vs outdoors. Pipes are the same way. Can be a huge difference.

[@jameshaskell1073]

I’d say, if you don’t know how to retrohale, learn. It adds a whole new dimension.

[@JCA1968]

Blowing through the stick and lightning it while doing so, bring on a whole different experience. You'll see the flame turn green, yellow and red. Good times.

[@tgardone]

My cigar smoking time, whether I just have one per day or multiple, is my therapeutic time like a lot of people say. Thinking time, time to reflect and. Enjoying my smoke puff by puff.

[@MARCOx87x]

Been smoking cigars for 10 years now and I think the burn is important. Ive gotten really good at touch up. Takes practice

[@VIDEOHEREBOB]

I smoke much less frequently these days Tim. I still enjoy smoking cigars, but I find when I just have one a week, I tend to enjoy them and the experience more. Maybe just me. I really like the "test driving" part of it as well. What am I in for this week? Hopefully not to get nauseous, lol!

[@nxstng7325]

The experience is most definitely enhanced by the company you are sharing the sticks with.

[@marklaske2911]

Sometimes in life we just need a hug no words no advice just a hug to make you feel better HAPPY HOLIDAYS

[@timgarcia2630]

My Yeti coffee mug keeps my coffee warm from beginning to end. It’s awesome.

[@thomasrasmuson1470]

The only thing I can add, which you did touch on Tim, is time. If you don't have the time to commit to a good cigar, don't light it. Personal, I take well over an hour to smoke a robusto. Toros obviously longer. Make the time to take your time.

[@tgingras1]

right there with you!! RARELY do i have a cigar that doesnt take me an hour and a half. and it doesnt seem to matter its size. lol!! :)

[@nathanhawee5373]

Buy some shorter smokes

[@tgingras1]

@@nathanhawee5373 no desire. 😂

[@thomasrasmuson1470]

@nathanhawee5373 Why? I enjoy the cigars I smoke. There is no need to rush. The time I make to enjoy a good cigar is my time. I rush through so many things in my life. It's good to slow and take as long as it takes.

[@scottwoldt7588]

Exactly! RELAXATION BABY!!!!😊

[@Video8122]

Tim touched on eliminating distractions so to focus on the cigar’s flavor and experience, I recommend listening to soft instrumental type music, e.g. Tycho on your headphones to accomplish this when enjoying a cigar

[@RishBhav22]

This has to be a word challenge Tim is doing... how many times can he say "experience" in a single video. The EPM's (experience per minute) in this video is through the roof!

[@instigatemusicfx]

Take a shot every time Tim says experience

[@ashergee6717]

You’ll be drunk in about 3 minutes

[@JS-.-]

So drunk

[@JS-.-]

Five minutes in and 16 shots later….I just passed ou……..

[@T.Camper-hh6lc]

😂

[@AMZNFBA]

@@JS-.-rip

[@frankied7576]

Just let me smoke alone!

[@yLeprechaun]

Yes! I have zero friends that enjoy cigars. I view that as a benefit. No one to share with/deplete my stock. Besides, people suck. Why have people around for the best part of the day? 😂😂

[@shannonforeman5947]

I agree Tim, surroundings, spare time and glass filled with the right stuff, not coffee...lol.

[@jwmckinley9047]

I have been EXPERIENCING some less-than-premium cigars that actually offer a great EXPERIENCE…lol. I took a Bahia Blue for a walk today. After EXPERIENCING a few bad burn issues, I EXPERIENCED a great EXPERIENCE with a cigar that was actually a decent smoke! I’m glad for cheap cigars that give me a nice EXPERIENCE while on a daily walk. I’m headed out to EXPERIENCE a few stores then I’m going to EXPERIENCE a great cigar on the front porch before fixing the Christmas dinner I will EXPERIENCE with my stepmom tomorrow! Merry Christmas, everyone and STAY SMOKEY!

[@CCGR-2024]

I find I also puff on a bad cigar more often just to get through it and not smoke it again. When I get a cigar I like I tend to savor the taste and even puff not often enough and have to relight it! 😊 I do love it when I find a cigar I like!

[@Fortjul]

Blue cheese one of my faves

[@hayderhassan382]

I tend to have the same issues when puffing. Either too fast/too many or too slow that I have to relight. I will still classify myself as a newbie (been smoking over year and half now), still learning and trying to perfect the rituals. Like to try new cigars and brands, but it's become stupidly expensive here in UK! Love Cigars Daily!

[@MrZenigame]

My wife and her mother got in the biggest fight last night at Christmas Eve dinner. I had to throw a Davidoff Yamasa Piramide in the fire with at least 70% left to prevent hands being thrown around. I'm still not over having to kill that cigar! 😢

[@bikerdude6119]

My sons mother was something like that, couldnt get along with her own mother. I ended up leaving her and till this day she doesnt speak to her mother .

[@dsouther11]

That ember coffee mug sounds great for my desk at work. Get yourself a Yeti coffee mug for travel/commuting, I have a 1/2 hr drive to my office and can sip on the way and have my coffee still nice and warm by my first break (if it’s not gone already). Not sure your preference on coffee, I would highly recommend Black Beards Delight by Black Riffle CO. When pairing they have many blends to complement your cigar blend. For experience smoking, my some best cigars have been on a walk in my woods with a nice cup of coffee. You hit the nail on the head about the company you keep while smoking, a cheap cigar with good company is better than the opposite. I also find that haven’t a quiet, calm, and tranquil smoking spot enhances the experience. I live in a very rural area, when the weather is nice a spot in the woods or my picnic table under a tree is perfect. In the winter I resort to a picnic table in my garage with a fan venting smoke out of a window. On that note, a well ventilated are is a must. There is nothing worse than choking on second hand smoke.

[@randc47]

Gotta get me one of those magic coffee mugs!

[@adamh9046]

Smoking a blue Cheese now. I really enjoy them. Got a box in October only have 4 left

[@danielginsburg9558]

Using a v-cutter really made a huge difference for me. If you don't have one, just buy a very basic one for around $5. The return on investment is huge.

[@scmiller33]

It was nice to meet you yesterday Tim..! Merry Christmas..!!!

[@marcusdc2]

That stick is one of my favorites

[@ludo227]

Merry Christmas !!!🎉

[@brandonwalker2016]

Tim!!! What kind of coffee do you enjoy i in your ember coffee mug? I am not a coffee connoisseur... but i am intrigued to know.

[@TheEasyeman]

I’m lucky enough to work 12-hr shifts at work and get to work P/T at a B&M. We call the first topic Tim talked about “day ruiners”. They ruin the experience by knowing everything (they don’t) having done everything ( they haven’t ) and are one-uppers We also have The Judge, guys who hold court and can tell stories to include everyone at the shop Glad we have an office 😂😂

[@peterjones8324]

That Privada Blue Cheese is INCREDIBLE

[@TheWhiskeyDrinker]

Talks about how technology has complicated life and stresses you out... but this super coffee cup is awesome. A solid ash tray and lighter is the best for a smoke, let the cigar speak for itself.

[@jjbishop134]

Don't underestimate a clean palate. Good oral hygiene. I also rince with water 1 cup + 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda. Morning, night, before and after every cigar.

[@shannonforeman5947]

Hey Tim am ready for the 2nd annual Habano Con Cigar fest

[@SuaSponte75]

I posted the blue cheese on fb earlier this year... I love anything, AJF, but the 3 BC I smoked were just average at best.

[@sharonprice588]

I watched this with my mouth dropped. I can’t believe you are on the Privada bandwagon 😳 Does this mean I can tag Privada now on my CD FB posts?

[@nobodyhome8637]

Timing of ur draws: I like to picture my cigar as being on life support, picture an ekg, when I draw I breathe out slightly to purge then I draw in think up then down then flatline when not drawing I try to see how long each cigar can go without a draw creating the ekg line of flat, up, down and back to flat remember ur cigar is on life support and can’t handle big or rapid movements u want just enough to keep it quietly alive. Make game out of it, if ur cigar goes out bring in the defibrillator (the lighter) and bring back and try to establish a better rhythm that keeps it alive

[@bringonthemonsters]

I like to exhale as I put the cigar to my lips so I blow the smoke away from the tip of the cigar, and as I puff I breathin through my nose so I can smell the sweet roasty toasty notes!

[@robertkaiser5977]

Good video and lots of truth 2 the statements. Nothing worse than sitting next to some loud mouth in a lounge. And big difference between smoking a $35 + cigar in a perfect environment aa opposed to adverse conditions.

[@mikejemison1614]

It's a daily one-to-two-hour vacation from the world.

[@ChrisLudlow-u3t]

Cut, my experience ( not necessarily yours) is different sticks smoke different when cut differently. Personally I’m a 52 ring( minimum) box pressed Maduro. That’s not to say that that is the only cigar I smoke. But 52 ring minimum I’ve got round cigars in my humidor.Cut, I rarely straight cut. Punch cut or v cut especially @home. But, my experience has been some sticks smoke different when cut/ better cut a certain way.

[@yLeprechaun]

Like you said- slow down. I tend to smoke way to fast when they're good, which makes them less good. I learned this from Nick Perdomo early on. Puffing to much will ruin a quality smoke. Sadly, I still smoke to fast often. Usually, setting it down and concentrating on something else for a few minutes to let it cool/settle will bring it back.

[@12egaines]

When the cigar gets into the second third. Sniff the cap. It might sound weird but trust me.

[@joechilds9448]

Rumor has it the. Blue Cheese is the same blend as Cigar Clowns Ron and the Not Ron all of them blended by AJ. They taste close but no cigar I would not say they’re the same

[@MohdShafie-d6f]

good 4 u a cigar... mery cristmas

[@shawndturner]

As an expert and SNOB when it comes to the LEAF. Do NOT Inhale!

[@iamtheking9418]

Pair a nice creamy Connecticut with cold oat milk

[@TheCosmicGuy0111]

Retro the hale

[@alaskajohn907]

Damg, 15 minutes of just rambling on this one

[@Verdelith]

I’m sorry but are you related to the “I’m not a pervert…” guy??

[@Fortjul]

I don't like to give tips as people tend to get upset when I give them.... Nevermind that was going to be a dirty joke. But I'm no afficianado.

[@MamboItalian5]

If you want good coffee drink out of a glass cup. I came here for stogies not some hot ass mug

[@tgingras1]

that hot ass mug helps you enjoy a nice coffee and stogie paring. :)

[@paulleason]

5:38 into your video and you finally get to the point… thanks for wasting my time for your algorithm.

[@Spushed]

That coffee mug takes less than $5 to make paying even $80 is ridiculous

[@Fansdefedevigevani10]

Excelent video

[@scottp8475]

Take your time, retrohale, and enjoy

[@yanlenantais7162]

hello from France (Nantes) where we share the same passion for cigars, also on video youtube.com/@yanlenantais7162?si=pcyZBFUBUioxndhk