Just as a chef relies on high-quality knives, cigar enthusiasts depend on essential accessories to enhance the smoking journey.
These accessories can be both stylish and functional.
Smoking a cigar is a chance to relax, reflect, and enjoy the exquisite craftsmanship that goes into making every handmade cigar.
Having the right tools is a big part of the experience.
In this article, we’ve rounded up the 5 essential cigar accessories to accompany you with your favorite stogies.
1. Cigar Cutter
A quality cigar cutter makes all the difference to your smoking experience.
When you cut a cigar, you want a clean and precise cut to maintain its structural integrity and achieve a smooth draw.
There are several types of cigar cutters, and choosing one is mostly a matter of preference.
Common types of cutters are:
- Guillotine Cutter: These are the most popular cigar cutters. They come in single or double-bladed designs. Double-bladed cutters are preferred because they can make a clean, straight cut from both sides. Highly recommended for beginners.
- V-Cutter: Also known as a cat’s eye cutter or wedge cutter, the V-cutter slices a V-shaped wedge into the cigar cap. V-cutters are great if you prefer a more concentrated draw and a narrower opening.
- Punch Cutter: Instead of cutting off the cap, punch cutters poke a small hole. Punch cutters also offer a more concentrated smoke similar to V-cutters.
2. Butane Torch Lighter
In our experience, butane torch lighters are the most reliable and practical way to light your cigar.
That's what makes them so popular.
Unlike traditional lighters (never use a traditional lighter to light a cigar as it could taint the taste), butane torches produce a strong, steady flame. The consistent flame is crucial for evenly lighting a cigar and preventing an uneven burn.
Butane torch lighters come in a variety of styles, from single-flame to multi-flame. Single-flame lighters are optimal for more focused, precise lighting, whereas multi-flame lighters provide a broader flame that can quickly and evenly light larger cigars with thicker rings.
These lighters typically feature a refillable design, allowing you to replenish the butane as needed.
If you ever need help refilling, we've got a helpful guide on how to refill your butane lighter.
3. Travel Humidor
Compact and highly durable, travel humidors typically feature airtight seals and a hard shell exterior for extra protection.
They vary in capacity, generally holding five to twenty cigars. They're the perfect cigar accessory for weekend trips, business travel, or any occasion where you want to enjoy a few cigars away from home without sacrificing their condition.
A travel humidor is an excellent tool not only when you're on the move, but can also be used as a standard humidor if you haven't amassed a large enough collection to fit in a bigger humidor.
Just throw in a 69% Boveda Pack, and you're good to go!
4. Cigar Ashtray
Cigar ashtrays add style and function to your smoking routine.
Designed to meet the needs of cigar smokers, these ashtrays are larger than cigarette ashtrays and come in a variety of materials. They also feature wider rests to secure your cigar when you need a break during a smoking session.
A cigar ashtray is a great addition to enhance your smoking environment, adding a touch of elegance and reflecting the refined nature of cigar culture.
5. Cigar Case
Cigar cases are the ideal accessory for those occasions when you're leaving the house and plan on smoking at your destination.
Offering both protection and style, these cases keep your cigars secure and beautifully presented whenever you're on the go.
Cigar cases can hold between two to ten cigars, making them great for events ranging from casual golf outings to formal gatherings.
