There is a lot of confusion about how to properly season a new humidor and regardless of what you might have read, wiping down your new humidor with a water soaked sponge is NOT the way to do it.

The new wood of a humidor is typically dry as a bone and besides not provi...

For years there has been a lot of misinformation and company propaganda about the differences between using disposable salt packs vs the Humidity Bead System®,  so hopefully this post will help serve to make more fair comparison. 

First, both of these methods are 2...

The first step to storing cigars (besides getting a humidor) is to make sure you calibrate your hygrometer every 4-6 months. Also replace your batteries in digital hygrometers every 6 months, as weak batteries can give inaccurate readings as well.

Do this while you ar...

Buying a humidor is a serious step, so having the best knowledge possible is essential in choosing a humidor that not only fits your needs but doesn't break your bank.

The keys points in choosing a quality humidor:

1.) Size.  This is tricky because most places list t...

What is a "Wineador" (or Wine-A-Dor)?

Winedors are wine chillers that aficionados have attempted over the years to convert for cigar and herbal medicine storage.

Some have had success while others have had nothing but heart ache.

If you are even remotely impatient, then...

40%, 50%, 60%, 65% RH or 70% RH - Which to Choose?

Everyone knows the old rule of thumb "70% RH & 70 degrees". This "rule" originally became from an insert that a cigar manufacturer put into their cigar boxes and since it was an easy to remember marketing tool, brick &...