All cigar shops are not created equal and there are several to choose from. So how do you find the best everyday cigar shop? There are a few things to consider. It’s not complicated. Here are five tips to help you make the best choice.
Five Things To Look For
1. A Great Humidor – If a place wants to call itself a “cigar shop”, it absolutely must have a humidor. Without a humidor, it’s simply a tobacco shop. There’s nothing wrong with tobacco shops, but a real enthusiast needs a shop with a humidor. The humidor is kept at a specific temperature and humidity level that is best for the products. It keeps them nice and fresh. Smokes that are kept out on the shelf can be stale and taste terrible. You don’t want to spend your money on something that isn’t fresh.
2. A Wide Selection – Next, you want to go to a place with a wide selection of cigars. A premier cigar shop will have brands from around the world. The staff should also know the differences between the cigars and be able to describe the smoking experience. If you like a certain kind of smoke, they should be able to suggest a good one for you. Sure, many enthusiasts like to stick to one brand or another, but you may want to try something different one day. There are so many shapes, sizes, and strengths, why limit yourself to the same thing over and over? Knowing that a place has a variety of cigars and a knowledgeable staff makes it easy to try something new. Talk to the manager and get him to show you around the shop.
3. A Great Lounge – Something else to consider is whether or not the shop has a lounge. Sometimes you want to just kick back and hang out with other cigarists while you enjoy yours. A lounge is great for relaxing, unwinding, networking, or simply enjoying your smoke without your wife complaining about the scent. We have a comfortable lounge here at Crown Cigars and Ales.
4. Good Prices – Let’s face it, everyone likes great prices. Some places price their cigars way too high. Yes, the shop has to make a profit, but it should also be fair to its customers.
5. Beer and Ales – There’s nothing like a good beer to go with a good cigar. Many places don’t offer beer and ales, but we do. When you come to our shop, you can choose from premium beers made at local breweries. Grab one and enjoy it with your smoke.
Even if it’s an “everyday” cigar shop, you should still have a first-class experience when you’re there. The humidor should be well-stocked, the lounge should be comfortable, the prices should be good, and you should even be able to grab a brew.
So, now that you have a few tips, come check us out. Visit Crown Cigars and Ales today and make us your everyday cigar shop.
