Dear Tobacconist is where your questions meet our expertise. In this advice-driven series, we answer real inquiries from customers about cigars, pipes, accessories, etiquette, storage, pairings, and everything in between.
Drawing on decades of tobacconist experience, these articles offer clear, thoughtful insights to help you enjoy your hobby with confidence. Whether you’re curious about cutting techniques, humidor care, cigar origins, pipe blends, or best practices, Dear Tobacconist provides trusted guidance—straight from our store on M St. to you.
Choosing the right beverage to enjoy with a cigar doesn’t need to be complicated. Frankly, if you like what you’re smoking and you like what you’re drinking, they’re very likely to go well together! The best cigar pairings follow a simple principle: Complement the cigar, don’t overpower it. A delicate cigar can disappear next to […]
If you’ve spent any time around premium cigars — whether relaxing at home, in a lounge, or visiting Georgetown Tobacco in Washington, D.C. — you’ve probably heard the debate. We are often asked: Should I take the cigar band off or leave it on? It’s a small detail that sparks big opinions, and as any […]
Did you hear that? It was the collective sigh of thousands of tobacconists across the United States. Almost every day, we hear some form of the question, “Do you have any Cubans?” The beauty of this moment is it is an opportunity for us to educate the customer, and introduce them to the quality, consistency […]
Many people who are new to cigar smoking have more familiarity with drinking fine wine. The ability to compare the two provides a frame of reference that makes cigars easier to understand. When talking about what grape varietal is used, we could easily substitute what kind of tobacco leaf. Knowing which country and region in […]
