Why Is Cedar Used In Humidors?

It is important to store cigars in a place that will allow them to age, because this in turn, will work wonders in preparing a flavor. If you have been looking for cases and cabinets for a while then you may have already learned something about cedar. Almost every model of case or humidor you find is made from cedar. Why so? Because this wood can help cigars age properly. This wood is ideal for keeping the humidity constant. Using cedar can have a superb effect on the aging process. Three types of wood are customarily used.

First, we have Spanish cedar. This is a popular selection because it is absorbent and prevents moisture from over-accumulating. This keeps your cigar collection rich in flavor and very fresh. The strong smell of Spanish cedar brings two advantages: it is not only a subtle joy for some cigar enthusiasts (it is described as a light woody taste), but it also keeps tobacco worms away. The scent is appealing for man and dangerous for worms. A good combination!

Another type of wood to mention is American red cedar. This type of wood is also valuable for its ability to set humidity. It is cheaper than Spanish cedar, though, it does not absorb moisture nearly as well. However, this type of wood does similarly deter tobacco worms from chomping down on your cigars. You get what you pay for though, and many cigar enthusiasts complain that this wood leaves behind a strong odor that alters the subtle tastes of the tobacco leaves.

Mahogany is the third type of wood you may find used in humidity-battling storage cases. It does a great job of keeping moisture levels down, nearly equal to Spanish cedar. This wood has an extremely mild scent and is preferred by those that do not want a woody flavor imparted to their cigars. The downside of this type of wood is the fact it does not keep tobacco worms away, and any broken hearted collectors can tell you the damage that tobacco worms can wreak.

It's obvious to see that cedar helps to protect cigars and humidors more than any other wood. Comparing these types of woods can help you make an educated decision when buying a storage vessel. This is an important part of creating the "perfect smoke"-ensuring that you use the best quality of storage, and maintain the proper humidity. A good smoke is all about the nuances of the cigar!

Dave is an online authority on humidors for cigars and has expert knowledge of cigar accessories, including humidor gift sets.