Is it Better to Smoke Cigars That Have Just Been Rolled?

The short answer to this question is no, it is not. Cigars have to be rested in order to develop their flavor. Watching a cigar being rolled at Findy Cigar Company & Hookah Lounge in South Tampa is a beautiful sight as it takes a lot of craftsmanship, and if you get the opportunity to witness this, then you should.

A professional cigar roller understands the delicate ratios of tobacco to filler, and carefully rolls it into the binder leaves and wrapper. The skill of rolling a cigar can take years to perfect, as well as the tobacco already taking months to grow and dry. If you are given a cigar that has been freshly rolled, it is important to treasure it, and the experience that you have just witnessed.

However, it is important not to confuse freshness with quality, and this is an area in that customers are frequently misled by those looking to make a profit when you are on holiday. Any cigar expert will be able to tell you that aging your cigar will allow you to make the most of it.

Are Fresh Cigars The Best Taste?

Freshly rolled cigars are more of a novelty rather than a serious experience. You will certainly notice a difference in their texture and flavour – this is because cigars that have just been rolled tend to hold more moisture, as it has not had time to age and dry slightly. This moistness is required to help form the original shape of the cigar, but it does not lead to a positive smoking experience.

Additionally, around 24 hours after the cigarette has been rolled, it begins to release ammonia, which can lead to a bad taste in your mouth when smoking. This bad taste can be experienced for around 2 months as the cigar gets rid of its impurities.

Why Is It Best To Age Cigars?

When is the cigars are first rolled, they may have some flavors that are seen to be undesirable in the eyes of a cigar connoisseur. However, once they have sat in a shop, even for a month or so, they will have already been rested in the cigar factory for a little time under optimal conditions. Cigar experts and manufacturers often recommend aging your cigars for a particular time in order to get the most flavor from your cigar, but this aging process must be at the correct humidity and temperature.

Should You Smoke A Fresh Rolled Cigar?

It is a new experience to smoke a freshly rolled cigar at Findy Cigar Company & Hookah Lounge in South Tampa and something everyone should try once in their lifetime. However, not all cigars are designed to be smoked straight away with many manufacturers recommending that the cigars are aged before smoking. This is because the aging process leads to better flavor and strength. However, the flavors that you may experience by smoking a freshly can be quite different, and you’re not experiencing these flavors after a few months of aging.