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Why Are Cuban Cigars So Expensive?
So, just what is it that makes Cuban cigars so expensive, so exceptional
and sought-after, and so deliciously exquisite? Much like the wine of
France or the olives of the Mediterranean, a highly complex combination of
environmental factors and unique techniques make up the ideal growing
conditions which contribute to this world class product.
The Cuban cigar industry's foray into global commerce began as far back as
the 1400's, when Spaniards first landed on this small tropical Caribbean
island and encountered natives puffing on elongated 'sticks' made of cured
leaves, in an assortment of shapes and sizes.
Growing techniques are strictly controlled, and traditional methods which
have been used for hundreds of years are largely still in place today -
such as totally organic crop production and hand-tilling of the earth.
Each Cuban brand-name, or "house" (most are largely Spanish owned),
cultivates their own plantations, age and blend their own mixtures, and
produce products in their own factories which are as diverse and unique to
the palate as any fine wine.
Long ago, Cuban cigars were dubbed "Havanas" because they were rolled and
packed in the city of Havana (La Habana), Cuba. Now known as Habanos, they
have become one of Cuba's national treasures. Today, they are in such
demand that stores are sold out almost as soon as stock hits the shelves,
both in Canada and around the world.
All Habanos, which are the envy of cigar manufacturers and favorites among
smokers around the world, are made from 100% Cuban tobacco grown on the
island. They are famous for the unique flavors found only in Cuban soil,
for the earthy feel of hand-rolled tobacco, and because Habanos are 100%
natural products made with air-cured tobacco containing no additives or
chemicals. And the well-kept secrets of generations of tobacco growers and
cigar makers cap the charisma of these lovingly crafted gems.
Where
do you ship Cuban Cigars ?
We ship worldwide.
How
can I pay ?
By credit card - Visa/ MasterCard, American Express,
Discover and FedEx COD payment, only Cashier Checks or money order.
How
do you guarantee delivery ?
We guarantee 100 % delivery. In case your cigars are
seized we refund you or send another box.
How
do I know I am getting real Cuban cigars?
We became legal distributors of Cuban Cigars since
1991. We have been online since January 1994. Up until now, we still have
not received one complaint about quality.
http://www.cubancigaronline.com is one of
few websites to offering over 200 different Cuban Cigars on the Net. So you know
you are getting only originals. The boxes are exactly as they came
from the factories; sealed, fragrant, and fresh.
How
do you ship Cuban cigars ?
We guarantee shipping if you choose express courier
option. In case your cigars do not arrive, we will refund your money or
replace your order . We ship intact sealed box.
However if you have special instructions we could follow them. You choose
what service you want us to use and we will do it. Simply.
What type of guarantee do I have on quality of my order?
We
have 100% guarantee
on the quality of all orders. We inspect all orders before they are
shipped. If you receive any order from us that you
are not for any reason 100% satisfied with, we will do everything
within our power to maintain your lifelong relationship as a delighted
customer.
How do I guarantee Authenticity of the cigars I order?
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We are an authorized Habanos Dealer with 100% guarantee Authenticity
and
 quality
on all our cigars. If your not content with your order, we will
refund your money or replace your order FREE of charge at your
discretion.
Cuban Cigar Online obtaining highest level in verification and proof
of quality on all our merchandise.
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What cigar would you recommend to seasoned
smokers?
Bolivar
cigars are among the strongest, most full-bodied of Habanas. The
distinctive Bolivar flavor is powerful, and is popular with seasoned
smokers.
What cigar would you recommend to beginners?
El
Rey Del Mundo and
H
Upmann
cigars are high-quality and known for being subtle and
smooth. These mild to medium strength cigars are highly recommended to
beginners, for daytime smoking, and after light meals.
What cigar would you recommend for a quick smoke?
Montecristo
No. 5
With a gauge of 40 and a length of only 102 mm, this
is one of the smallest Montecristo cigars and one with an excellent ring.
It has all the same characteristics of the brand and is a real appetizer,
just like a dry Martini.
I like the taste of tobacco, what do you recommend?
Hoyo
de Monterrey
cigars are highly
regarded for their delicate flavor and rich taste. These cigars are made
for people who truly appreciate the taste of tobacco. The flagship of
the line, the Double Corona, is the most celebrated.
I like a slightly sweet flavor, what do you recommend?
Punch
are top shelf mild to medium cigars known for their quality construction
and dependability. Slightly sweet in flavor, they possess a spicy aroma
and fragrant bouquet.
What cigar would you recommend for a daytime smoke?
El
Rey Del Mundo and
H
Upmann cigars cigars are high-quality and known for being subtle
and smooth. These mild to medium strength cigars are highly recommended
to beginners, for daytime smoking, and after light meals.
What cigar would you recommend after a heavy meal?
Partagas
and
Trinidad
cigars are full-bodied, rich, and earthy. The flavor becomes more pronounced
with the higher ring gauges. A good choice after a heavy meal.
What cigar would you recommend after a light meal?
El
Rey Del Mundo
and
H
Upmann cigars cigars are high-quality and known for being subtle
and smooth. These mild to medium strength cigars are highly recommended
to beginners, for daytime smoking, and after light meals.
What is a figurado?
A figurado is an irregular shaped cigar, also
called a perfecto. A new cigar line launched in 1996, Cuabas, reflects
the growing popularity in figurados. The hand-made cigars in the
Cuabas line are strong and full-bodied.
What is a perfecto?
A perfecto is an irregular shaped cigar, also
called a figurado. A new cigar line launched in 1996, Cuabas, reflects
the growing popularity in figurados. The hand-made cigars in the
Cuabas
line are strong and full-bodied.
Why is a humidor important?
Cigars must be stored at 70 - 73% relative humidity
(regardless of temperature) or they will dry out. A quality humidor is
essential to facilitate proper storage.
If a cigar is properly stored, how long will it
last?
We
can still say that people still have pre-Castro Cubans
tucked away safely in their
humidors.
If a cigar dries out, is it possible to get the taste
back?
If you let a cigar dry out it will become damaged,
but it can be recovered by slowly re-humidifying it in a proper humidor.
It will never be the same though, and some cigars will re-humidify better
than others.
Are metal storage tubes are OK to use?
You can store cigars short-term this way (up to one year), as long as
the cigars were are properly humidified before the tube is sealed.
CAUTION: If you
open the tube to smell the tobacco, you will let air in and the cigar will
slowly dry out.
How do cigars from different countries differ in taste?
Each country's cigars have their own taste and
character, since the tobacco is grown in different soils and is cured
and rolled differently. Generally speaking, cigars from the Dominican
Republic are mild to medium, while cigars from Cuba are the richest in
the world!
What
are the latest factory codes?
The factory codes listed here appear on the bottom
of every genuine box of Cuban cigars manufactured today. Printed along
with this code is a second four-character code, which is used for internal
purposes by Habanos.*
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EDN Briones Montoto (formerly Romeo y Julieta)
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EGD Carlos Balino (formerly El Rey del Mundo)
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EUN El Laguito
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EEO Por Larranaga
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EAT Fernando Perez German (formerly Partagas)
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EOG Miguel Fernandez Roig (formerly La Corona)
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ENI Heroes de Moncada
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ECA Jose Marti (formerly H. Upmann)
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* This codes are changing all the time for security reasons.
What
about disclosing my credit card details? Will they be intercepted?
When you are happy
with your order and you proceed to the checkout our system passes your
order details into Intelligent E-Commerce's 128bit SSL encrypted secure
page where you complete your order by providing your credit card
details. When you type your credit card number into the screen, it is
in secure mode. This means that your browser encodes what you type in
and the server decodes it. Anyone 'listening' to traffic en-route can
make no sense of the number. This system, the 'Secure Socket Layer'
works - every trading Web Site uses it and you can tell you are in
secure mode when a padlock symbol appears on the bottom of your screen.
We
challenge you to find a Cigar company who stands behind their shipping
and quality guarantee like
http://www.cubancigaronline.com and the
Cuban Cigar Online Corp. If you do please
let us know, and we will do what we can to surpass it. This is another
one of our promises to you...
Still need help?
Contact us:
sales@cubancigaronline.com
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