subject: How Are Cigars Made? [print this page] Those who have smoked cigars for any length of time, and even those who have never lit up a stogie in their life, are often curious to learn about how cigars are made. You will find that there are various methods of making cigars. You can find cigars that are machine crafted as well as those that are hand rolled. Many people tend to prefer the hand rolled cigars. The process of making the cigars, whether they are hand rolled or machine made, begins the same. It begins with the tobacco.
After the tobacco is mature, it is harvested. After the harvest, the tobacco is cured and then the process of making the cigars begins. The makers will add a bit of moisture to the filler and the wrappers so that it is easier to make. The bunches of tobacco are then pressed and dried just enough so that it is easy to wrap. The filler goes into a mold and then a press, which dries them and then they are ready to wrap. Some manufacturers use machines to wrap the cigar, while others stick to the traditional hand rolled variety.
You will find that the cigars are then classified by their strength. The classifications are mild, medium, and full. They are also crafted in various sizes and shapes. The diameter of the cigar is called the ring gauge. The cigars are named based on their size. Some of the popular cigar names that you will find from various manufacturers include Robusto, Corona, and Churchill.
When the cigars are packed into the cigar box, they are classified according to their color. This helps to ensure that all of the cigars in the box look the same. The colors are based on various shades and it takes a keen eye to ensure that all of the cigars in a single box are the same shade.
No matter the flavor or size of cigar you want to smoke, you are going to be able to find something to like. From the long filler hand rolled to the little machine made cigars, there is something for everyone. You will find that the hand rolled cigars are often going to cost more than the machine made, simply because the hand rolled takes far longer to craft. The next time you use your cigar lighter to light up one of your favorite smokes, you will know a little bit more about how they came to be.
