Learning About the Different Shapes and Sizes of Cigars
Cigars come in many different shapes and sizes, each with its own unique characteristics. Cigar aficionados are familiar with the range of options available to them and can appreciate the differences between them. Contents: A Smoker’s Education The Art of Rolling Exploring Flavors Discovering Aroma Cigar Accessories Cutting and Lighting Tasting the Difference Sharing with Friends The shape of a cigar is determined by two main factors: the ring gauge and length. Ring gauge measures how thick a cigar is from one end to another, while length indicates how long it is. The larger the ring gauge, the thicker a cigar will be; conversely, longer cigars have thinner gauges. There are four common shapes for cigars – Parejos, Figurados, Perfectos and Culebras – all with their own distinct qualities. Parejos (also known as Coronas) are cylindrical in shape and feature