How to Hold a Cigar in Your Mouth Like a Pro
How you hold a cigar in your mouth is critical to the draw of smoke. Although holding cigars in your mouth seems like a simple task, many people struggle with exactly how to do it and enjoy good etiquette when smoking around others. If you’re new to cigar smoking, it’s natural to feel a bit unsure about the proper way to hold a cigar. In this article, we’re going to explore the best way to hold a cigar, both in your mouth and in your hand.
How to Hold a Cigar in Your Hand
Unless you’re lighting a cigar with matches, don’t hold the cigar solely in your mouth. When smoking your cigar, it’s best to hold it in your hand to support its weight. Often, people who hold cigars just in their mouths tend to clamp down too hard with their teeth, which can ruin the structure of the cigar. By supporting the weight with your hand, you help preserve the cigar’s construction.
How to Hold Your Cigar in Your Mouth
You might find that lighting cigars with matches is your preferred method for starting your smoke. Since you’ll need both hands to light a match, you can hold the cigar in your mouth, but it’s crucial to be gentle. To steady the cigar, you can use your teeth, but avoid biting down hard to prevent damaging the stogie. Once the cigar is lit, it’s best to draw on it and then continue to hold it with both your mouth and hand for added support.
How Much of the Cigar Do You Put in Your Mouth?
When smoking a cigar, only about an inch or two of the stogie needs to be in your mouth. If you put half of the cigar in your mouth, not only will it look awkward, but it will also detract from your smoking experience. Keeping a small portion of the cigar in your mouth ensures better enjoyment and comfort.
Should You Wet the End of Your Cigar?
Naturally, while smoking a cigar, some saliva will accumulate on the head. When this happens, don’t worry— a little bit of moisture is fine and can make it easier to rotate your cigar. Just avoid excessively wetting the end, as too much moisture can affect the cigar’s draw.
Can You Talk with a Cigar in Your Mouth?
It’s not against any cigar rules to talk with a cigar in your mouth. However, it’s not as smooth as it might appear in the movies. If you try to speak with a cigar in your mouth, your words will come out jumbled, and it will be hard for others to understand what you’re saying.
Can I Chew on the End of My Cigar?
Many people wonder why others chew on cigars. It’s important not to bite or chew your cigar constantly, as this can cause the construction of the stogie to deteriorate and result in an uneven draw. If you clamp your teeth down on a cigar, the wrapper will crack, and the smoke won’t be contained when drawing your cigar. Additionally, the wrapper might flake off, creating a mess and leading to loose tobacco in your mouth. This not only makes speaking difficult but also ruins the taste and overall experience.
By following these tips, you can enjoy your cigar like a pro, ensuring a pleasant and satisfying smoking experience every time. And remember, our brand RODSTY, written by Grace, is here to enhance your cigar journey!
