How to hold a cigar

Every cigar lover has their own way of holding a cigar. Most of the time, we don’t give it a second thought as it comes subconsciously. However, there will always be individuals curious about the best way to hold the cigar. Right hand or left hand? Which finger? If you want the truth, there really is no right or wrong way to hold a cigar, it is entirely your own preference. Basically, each cigar is held in your hand and brought up to the mouth to puff, then brought back down with your fingers.  

However, if you are more curious about the different methods of holding a cigar, read on…..

BETWEEN FOREFINGER & THUMB – This hold involves your forefinger wrapping around the cigar, while your thumb acts as a support. If you hold your cigar like this, you are considered to be a true connoisseur. Stable and secure, this hold will ensure that the cigar does not fall out of your hands. Furthermore, this method is highly practical if you are smoking a thicker ring gauge, as you can sufficiently adjust your hold to secure it better.

“THE PINCH” – A popular method of holding a cigar – you place the cigar between your forefinger and your thumb as if you are gently pinching the tobacco. When you are using the ‘Pinch’ make sure you are pressing gently, as there is a tendency to use pressure. Just hold it tight enough so that it does not fall off your hands.

“THE TRIPLE SUPPORT” – This is a very simple and extremely common way of holding a cigar. To execute this, you place your forefinger and middle finger on the band of your cigar, whilst your thumb is supporting from below.

“THE RESPECT” – This method of holding a cigar requires all your fingers to fully-support the stick of tobacco. As seen by Fidel Castro, he used all of his fingers to wrap the cigar, with the thumb supporting the base.

“THE PRIME MINISTER” – Winston Churchill, the famed Prime Minister, was rarely seen without his favourite accessory – the cigar. In many photos of Churchill, he would be seen to have his lips wrapped around a stick of tobacco. If you do decide to give the ‘Churchill’ a-go, just simply hold the cigar between your teeth – ensuring that you do not bite down too hard or drool too much! If needed, take the cigar out every now and then to prevent the smoke clouding your vision or the ash falling down your clothes.

Remember, the most important thing is that you are comfortable. In a world where there are countless methods of holding cigars, you should keep in mind that ‘comfort’ is the most important thing when figuring out how to hold a cigar. For any further information about hand rolled cigars please do not hesitate to visit our website www.cigarnights.co.uk or why not visit our beautiful cigar showroom in Brierley Hill, West Midlands UK.