How long do cigars last?

How long do cigars last?

The key to how long a cigar will last, depends on its storage. Premium, handcrafted cigars will remain fresh and smokable for years if they are stored correctly. That’s why a good humidor is important if you plan to start a cigar collection.

Cigars can last indefinitely with a proper humidor. (Please visit www.cigarnights.co.uk for a selection of humidors for sale). If you are storing cigars without a humidor, you need a sealable plastic bag or a Tupperware container with a humidification source inside, such as a humidity pouch (see our previous blog on how to store cigars).

Whether you plan to store your cigars for eight days or eighty years, they will stay fresh, burn perfectly, and taste great if you keep them humidified, but expect their flavours to change. When cigars are aged, especially for several months or years, they can exhibit an ultra-refined taste. A cigar that has been aged significantly beyond its date of purchase can taste incredibly different. Distinct flavours created by the different leaves that make up a premium cigar will change over time. They can be spicy, sweet, earthy or nutty.