“UGH! You’re So Hard to Shop For!”
How many of us have heard these words? Every holiday, some family member always says this, and it’s so frustrating! Like, come on! You know where the bacon, cigars, and whiskey are—that’s all I could ever want!
Nonetheless, today I’m here to help. If you’re shopping for a cigar smoker, here are my top 5 gift ideas that they’ll absolutely love:
5. A Lighter with a Lot of Fuel
A lighter is a cigar smoker’s best friend. Without a lighter, there’s no “smoke,” and, well, smoke is kind of important when smoking a cigar.
I have over 30 lighters, and yet it never fails: the one I reach for is always out of fuel. That’s why my top recommendation is the “Goliath Vertigo Lighter”.
This bad boy costs around $50, features a quad flame torch, and has an extra-large fuel tank. It’s reliable, efficient, and will ensure your favorite cigar smoker is always ready to light up.
4. Cigar Glue
What? Cigar glue? That’s not a real thing, is it?
Oh, my sweet summer child, cigar glue is 100% real. For the balance-challenged, the clumsy, or the plain unlucky, it’s a lifesaver!
That’s why my #4 pick is “Seal IT Cigar Glue.”
Accidents happen: maybe you cut too low, drop your cigar, or buy one that’s been manhandled and starts cracking. Fear not—Seal IT has your back! For just $10 on Amazon, you can give your cigar smoker peace of mind.
3. A Travel Case
I never leave the house without a cigar. You never know when the perfect moment for a stogie will arise, and it’s terrible to be caught without one!
If you’re shopping for a brother or sister of the leaf, consider a good travel case. Prices range from $20 to $100, so there’s an option for every budget.
When my wife and I first started dating, she bought me my first travel case, and it went everywhere with me. So not only is this practical—it can also double as a sentimental gift!
2. A Good Cutter
Notice how I said a good cutter.
Sure, you can find cutters for $2–$10, and they’ll get the job done for a while. But they’re not great, and they definitely won’t last.
If you want to spoil your cigar smoker, invest in a quality cutter like the Xikar VX2 or the Colibri Deep V. Both are around the $50 price point and will last for years—even through judgment day!
1. Cigars… DUH!
If you’re shopping for a cigar smoker and didn’t think about buying cigars, go sit in the corner!
I know shopping for cigars can feel intimidating if you’re not part of the hobby, but it doesn’t have to be. Most local cigar shops have a tobacconist on staff who’s there to help you.
Give them your budget, answer a few quick questions, and they’ll guide you to some great options—whether it’s popular sticks or hidden gems. When you gift cigars, you’ll be the king (or queen) of holiday gifting!
I hope this list helps you shop for the cigar lover in your life. Hopefully, it answers some of your questions, but there’s really only one answer you need to know: The answer is always “to cigar!”
Logan Huddleston
Hello, my name is Logan Huddleston. I own and operate To Cigar, which provides cigar and alcohol content on all major social media platforms. My goal is to connect with and engage other GenZers to help them fall in love with cigars and cigar culture. I do reviews, memes, recipes, pairings, pretty much anything that connects with my audience. Most nights, I can be found with a cigar in one hand and a good drink in the other. Life brings us many questions, but I’m fond of saying, the answer is always To Cigar!