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🕴️ Cigar Tip: Proper Cigar Etiquette — Do’s and Don’ts

🕴️ Cigar Tip: Proper Cigar Etiquette — Do’s and Don’ts

Cigars aren’t just about flavor—they’re about tradition, ritual, and community. Whether you're enjoying a smoke at home, in a lounge, or at a herf with friends, understanding cigar etiquette shows respect for both the craft and those around you.

At Habana Port, we believe every cigar experience should be refined and enjoyable. Here's a modern guide to what you should and shouldn't do when smoking cigars in social settings.


âś… DO: Cut and Light with Care

  • Use a proper cutter—guillotine, V-cut, or punch—not your teeth.

  • Toast the foot gently before lighting to ensure an even burn.

  • Avoid scorching the cigar or blowing directly on it.

đź’ˇ Pro Tip: Always let your cigar light evenly. Rushing can lead to canoeing (an uneven burn).


❌ DON’T: Relight a Half-Smoked Cigar in Public

If you put your cigar down for more than 15–20 minutes, it cools and changes flavor. Relighting can release harsh, stale smoke.

  • If you're done, let it go out naturally.

  • Don’t stub it like a cigarette—it will smell and offend others.


âś… DO: Respect the Space and Fellow Smokers

  • Ask before lighting up indoors or near others.

  • Keep your ash and smoke under control—don’t ash everywhere.

  • Use provided ashtrays, and don’t tap excessively.

💡 Pro Tip: Longer ash helps regulate burn temperature—only ash when needed.


❌ DON’T: Rush the Experience

Cigars are meant to be enjoyed slowly. Puffing too fast overheats the tobacco and ruins the flavor.

  • One puff per 30–60 seconds is a good rule of thumb.

  • Savor the moment—it’s part of the ritual.


âś… DO: Share Knowledge, Not Judgment

If someone is new to cigars, be welcoming and helpful—not condescending. Everyone starts somewhere.

  • Offer tips if asked, but don’t be a "cigar snob."

  • Share your favorites and listen to others’ preferences.


❌ DON’T: Drown the Room in Cologne or Perfume

Strong scents clash with cigar aromas. Keep fragrances subtle—especially in lounges where aroma is key.


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