Humidors

The hygrometer: your ally for humidity control

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03
Feb

Humidity inside humidors is the key element for the perfect preservation of cigars. Therefore, it is important to monitor humidity levels inside the humidor with a hygrometer. This instrument is used to measure air humidity, which is commonly expressed as a relative percentage. Hygrometers are useful in a variety of applications, such as climate monitoring […]

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Why should the interior of humidors be made of cedar?

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Cedar wood inside
30
Sep

The exterior finish of humidors offers endless possibilities: natural woods, varnished, recomposed, roots, lacquered in a myriad of colors… Everything depends on personal taste or the decor of the room where you want to place it. However, it is essential that the interior of humidors be made of cedar wood. The cedar wood used in […]

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Why Do Cigars Develop Mould in Your Humidor?

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Mould in cigars
05
Aug

Maintaining your humidor in perfect condition is simple but requires attention to ensure everything is in order. Otherwise, issues like mould can arise. Mould on cigars stored in your humidor is primarily due to excess humidity. Therefore, achieving the optimal environment inside the humidor is essential to preserve the quality of the cigars and avoid […]

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How to maintain your humidor when you go on vacation?

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How to set your humidor in Hollidays
08
Jul

Summer has arrived and vacations are just around the corner. This is the time of year when we tend to get away for longer periods and travel farther. As you pack your bags and close up the house, an important question arises: What do I do with my humidor? Will it maintain humidity and keep the […]

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Do humidors have to be airtight?

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Ventus humidor
12
Jun

Humidors are essential for preserving the quality and flavor of tobacco, especially cigars, thanks to the humid environment they maintain. But should they be airtight? Their proper functioning and maintenance rely not only on humidity levels but also on a balance between humidity, ventilation, and air circulation. An efficient humidor should maintain humidity at around […]

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Is it necessary to acclimatise the humidor before storing the cigars?

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Presidente Humidor
29
May

The question whether the humidor needs an acclimatisation process before placing the cigars in it is a common and not trivial one. The simple answer is that no special procedure is needed. Humidor acclimatisation is a progressive process that happens over time. Therefore, once you have the humidor at home, you can wipe the inside […]

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Main finishes for humidors

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20
Mar

Cedar wood is essential for the interior of humidors, while there is a wide variety of options for the exterior finish of humidors. From natural and varnished woods to roots, lacquers, and composite woods, the choice depends on personal style, the placement location, and the desired aesthetics. Below, we present some of the most commonly […]

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Cigars

What do you pair your cigars with?

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Cigar pairing
05
Feb

Every true lover of premium cigars knows the importance of a good pairing with the right beverage to accompany the smoking experience. It’s clear that a cigar on its own fills your mouth with flavors and sensations, but a good companion can enhance those notes and intensify the pleasure of savoring a fine cigar. There […]

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Humidores Wacota in ‘Cigar Journal’

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Humidores Wacota en Cigar Journal
25
Oct

The premium cigar magazine ‘Cigar Journal’ has dedicated a lovely article to us in its May/June issue. Entitled “When Juancar met Marco”, it begins by telling the story of how the two partners, Marco Torres and Juan Carlos (“Juancar”) Roncero, met. And how, 20 years later, that relationship has resulted in the international expansion of […]

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Spanish cedar: myths and facts about cedar wood

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el cedro madera ideal para los cigarros
11
Jan

Origin of the Spanish cedar name You hear a lot about Spanish cedar in the world of humidors. But the wood of the so-called Spanish cedar does not actually come from a native tree in Spain. It is wood from tropical species, either from South America or Africa, but not from Spain. So why is […]

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