Choosing a cigar can be as easy or as complicated as you want it to be. Some people know they like cigar XYZ and they have no reason to deviate from that choice. But there are enough different cigars out there that you could smoke a different one every week and never run out in your lifetime. And variety, as they say, is the spice of life so why not try out something different?

Having a tobacconist you trust is crucial to knowing what to try next. They can listen to what you are looking for and make recommendations based on your likes and dislikes. When you have an ongoing relationship with a shop in your area, they will even be able to make recommendations when you walk in the door based on their knowledge of your preferences.

But when you are getting started it’s important to try new things…