Every cigar shop is one-of-a-kind, just like its owner. No owner’s style is better than another. Each one is simply different and customers may like them all for different reasons. Here are 10 common types of cigar shop owners.
Different Types of Cigar Shop Owners:
- The Less Is More Man – This owner gives you little feedback, doesn’t say much, and doesn’t offer much assistance. All he does is take your payment and give you your smoke. Some people like this approach when they are in a hurry and want to grab their stick and go.
- The Hover Craft – The hovercraft follows their patrons around the shop, doesn’t let you out of their sight, and really doesn’t want you to touch the cigars. He is happy to get what you need and more than willing to have a conversation, but he frowns upon handling anything you’re not going to purchase. This type of owner is great for the person who wants to look at every cigar and know a little about each one whether they are going to buy it or not.
- The Aficionado – This is the owner that loves cigars. He can tell you all about them and offers a great education if you have time to sit and chat. The aficionados here at Crown Cigars & Ales love to help people learn more about different brands, blends, growing regions, and all the special things about the cigars we carry in our cigar shop.
- The Hobbyist – This owner is not a fan of mass-produced, cheaply-made, and inexpensive flavored tobacco products. He approaches cigars like enjoying a hobby, not forming a habit. He knows that premium cigar smoking is about flavor, time, and relaxation. Many hobbyists would agree that when consumed the way they are intended to be consumed, cigar-smoking creates a great way to relieve stress. His customers enjoy being around him, as they share the same hobby.
- Mr. Nice & Smooth – This person is nice to his customers, but prefers to point to what you need from behind the counter. He may or may not engage in conversation but he’s not being rude. He just wants you to take your time and browse the merchandise. Lots of people like this type of owner. He stays out of the way as you look around.
- Mr. Hurry Up Offense – This guy doesn’t seem approachable. He wants you to grab what you want and get out of there. Often times he will grab your cigars for you as soon as you walk in the door before you have to say a word. If you ask a question, he’ll have the right answer. He just wants you to hurry up and get what you need so you can go. This is another type of cigar shop owner that appeals to those who want to get in and out of their local cigar shop quickly.
- Junior – This is a guy whose father is the owner of the shop. He just works there a lot and grew up around cigars so he knows a lot about them, but he wouldn’t exactly call himself a cigar enthusiast. Actually, he may not even smoke. He’s cool to talk to, and younger customers love this guy.
- The Buddy – The Buddy likes to talk to you when you come in and get your take on your last cigar smoking experience. He likes talking about different brands and products, but he is more interested in knowing what YOU like. He may even ask about your background, family, and other interests. He’s not being nosey. He just wants to be your buddy. Customers feel like they are getting the VIP treatment and enjoy coming back to this type of cigar shop.
- Sampler Man – When you ask about different cigars in the shop, he’ll offer you a sampler pack so you can try different ones. When you come back, The Sampler Man will ask about your experiences to see what you liked or didn’t like about the samples you were offered. He cares about your opinion and prides himself on knowing what his customers like. Many customers enjoy buying samples so they can try different experiences.
- Captain OCD – This guy really doesn’t want you to touch anything. He will tolerate it, but if you touch something, he wants you to handle it with care and put it back exactly as you found it. Many people may not want to visit this type of cigar shop very often if they feel too restricted. The thing that keeps people coming back is the selection. If this shop has a wider selection than their competitors, customers will return.
Our Cigar Shop
Crown Cigars & Ales is the everyday cigar smoker’s shop. We make everyone feel at home when they’re here. We offer a premier cigar shop experience with a comfortable lounge. We carry a wide range of premium cigars with great beer on tap. We love to give our customers the best experience out of every cigar and beer pairing.
Our lounge area is well ventilated so come smoke a cigar and grab a beer. Once you come into Crown Cigars & Ales, you’ll want to stay for a while.
