The Corona. This cigar measures 6 inches (15. 2 cm) by 42-ring gauge – this refers to the diameter of the cigar. This cigar has an open foot (the part that is lit) and a closed and rounded head (the part that you smoke). The Pyramid. This cigar has a pointed, closed head. The Torpedo. This cigar has a bulge in the middle and a pointed head and closed foot. The Perfecto. This is like the Torpedo, except it has a bulge in the middle and two closed ends, making it a rounder cigar. The Panatela. This cigar measures 7 inches (17. 8 cm) by 38-ring gauge and is longer and thinner than the Corona. The Culebra. This cigar is made of three Panatellas braided together. It looks like a thick rope.
The longer and wider a cigar is, the more intense it will be. If you’re a beginner, you should start with a longer and thinner cigar, which is less likely to make you cough.
Aim the blade at the place where the cigar meets the wrapper, which would keep the cap from falling off.
If you do it more slowly or tentatively, you’ll be more likely to tear the wrapper.
A coffee-based beverage – or even coffee – can also bring out the flavor in a cigar. Though a cigar can overpower the flavor of many beers, an India Pale Ale (IPA) beer is a perfect companion to almost any cigar. Any drink that involves Kahlua will be a great companion to a cigar. You can also enjoy your cigar with a Martini.
