Choosing the Right Cigar:  Enjoying cigars is like tasting beer for the first time.  Taste is everything and if the product is cheap, you won’t enjoy it.  That is not to say that you cannot find good cigars at a reasonable price.  As a beginner, I recommend looking for a mild cigar to begin with.  A mild cigar will allow you to introduce your taste buds to the unique flavors in a cigar.  Some mild brands I recommend are Macanudo, Montecristo, Nat Sherman, CAO Gold, Rocky Patel Connecticut and Romeo y Julieta Reserva.  You will find all of these brands to be excellent and not too hard on the wallet.   

Buying Cigars:  Purchasing cigars is a personal choice.  I have a friend who only buys from cigar shops.  He wants to have the immediate pleasure of having his cigars in hand.  However, cigar shops will charge you a premium for those cigars.  They have storage, rent, inventory, and basic overhead and those charges will be passed on to you.  With that said, there is something about having the opportunity to walk into a cigar store, actually smell, and touch the merchandise.

Online Buying:  I find that purchasing cigars through online stores is a more cost effective way to buy.  The online stores inventory is usually vast and their prices can be competitive.  Most online retailers will ship your order quickly and securely.  Their good reputation with customers is important for them to retain.

Online Auctions:  Another great way to buy cigars is through an online auction.  Many times, online auctions allow you to purchase cigars at a much reduced price.  I caution you though, know your prices before bidding.  The adrenaline rush of bidding on cigars can get the better of you.  If you’re not careful you could end up paying more than retail.    

Remember to enjoy this adventure.  The cigar industry is continually growing, and with it, the opportunity to benefit from it.  Explore the many fan sites for cigars on the internet.  You will find that many cigar fans love to share their passion for cigars and are more than willing to lend a hand. 

Written by MikeBurnside
Creator and writer for Unravelingmysteries.com a lifestyles website.