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Cigar storage, humidity control, and what we're seeing in the industry
The state of cigar humidity control in 2026
If you have been around cigars for a while, you have heard 70/70: 70% RH and about 70°F. Here's how storage recommendations have changed, and why many people now start in the mid-60s.
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Tupperdor vs. Humidor: What Should You Use in 2026?
If you're just getting into cigars, don't feel like you need to buy an expensive wood humidor. For most people starting a collection in 2...
Valet vs. Boveda: Which Cigar Humidity Pack Should You Use?
Both brands make salt-based two-way humidity packs for cigars. Valet makes them easier to choose, better suited to the cigar world, and a...
69% vs. 72% humidity packs: which should you use in a wood humidor?Start with 69% in a properly seasoned wooden humidor. Move to 72% when the box consistently settles lower t...
How to season a humidor: The simple 14-day methodA new or dried-out wood humidor needs time to absorb moisture before your cigars go inside. This is the sim...
How Long Do Humidity Packs Last? When to Replace YoursThe feel of a humidity pack tells you when to replace it. Its expected lifespan only tells you when to star...