Storing cigars properly sounds easier than it is.

Many start full of anticipation – buying their first cigars, perhaps even a whole box…
And after a short time you realize:

-> they burn poorly

-> taste different than expected

-> feel dry or spongy

The reason almost always lies in the storage.
Here are the 5 most common mistakes – so you can avoid them.

Mistake 1: Storing cigars without a humidor

It sounds trivial, but it happens often.

Simply leaving cigars lying around in the room quickly leads to:

-> Dehydration

-> Loss of aroma

-> cracked cover sheet

✅ Solution: A humidor is not a luxury – it is essential.

Mistake 2: "The more humid, the better"

Many people think: better too humid than too dry.

The problem:
Too much moisture often means:

-> poor combustion

-> skewed embers

-> musty taste

-> Mold risk

✅ Solution: Stick to approximately 65–72% (ideally usually 68–70%).

Error 3: Hygrometer never calibrated

If your hygrometer shows 70%, that doesn't necessarily mean it's correct.

Deviations of 5–10% are not uncommon.

✅ Solution: Calibrate once (e.g., with a salt test) – then you're safe.

Mistake 4: Humidor is in the wrong place

Location makes a huge difference.

❌ bad:

-> Windowsill (sun)

-> right next to the heater

-> Kitchen (smells, heat)

-> Attic (peak temperatures)

✅ Solution: A quiet, shady place with a relatively stable room temperature.

Mistake 5: Constantly opening the humidor and "readjusting" it

Many people check too often.

This leads to:

-> Fluctuations

-> unnecessary stress

-> incorrect measures (too humid / too dry)

✅ Solution: Keep an eye on the values, but don't "adjust" them daily. Stability comes with calmness.

Conclusion: If you avoid these 5 mistakes, you'll store cigars like a pro.

Storing cigars isn't complicated – but it does require a few basics.

With a solid humidor, stable humidity and a reliable setup, you're already well ahead.

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