Why Do You Need a Humidor for Cigars?

A humidor is a storage container that is designed to help maintain a relative humidity level, which is critical for cigars because the tobacco leaves in them will naturally expand and contract based on the relative humidity of the air around them.

How long will cigars last without a humidor?

Without a humidor, you just need to smoke your cigar more quickly. A cigar will stay fresh in a ziplock bag for just 2 to 3 days. If you can't get to your cigar within that period of time, add a Boveda to your ziplock bag or other container, like a tupperware dish.

Do all cigars need a humidor?

Optimally, a cigar needs to sit in 70%-75% humidity and 68 degrees to 72 degrees Fahrenheit. ... Typically, cigars can survive without a humidor for up to 3 days. So, if you have just one cigar or a few that you can smoke within 3 days you don't need a humidor or any maintenance.