It’s that time of year.

We will unveil halfwheel’s Top 25 cigars of 2022. Brooks Whittington, Charlie Minato and Patrick Lagreid will unveil the Top 25, starting with #25, and talk a bit about each cigar.

(The full list will be published on halfwheel.com at the conclusion of the live show.)

What Are Cigars?

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What Are Cigars?

Cigars are a smoke produced from tobacco wrapped in a leaf. These products can be sold as singles, pairs, or packs. They are often given as gifts to celebrate special occasions. The taste and aroma of cigars is considered to be spicy, fruity, and peppery.

Cigars can be dangerous to smokers. They contain a large amount of carbon monoxide, nitrosamines, and ammonia. It is also said that smoking one or two cigars a day increases the risk of mouth cancer. A full-sized cigar lasts about an hour.

In recent years, the use of cigarettes decreased steadily. However, cigars have seen an increase. Approximately 7% of high school students have used a cigar in the last 30 days. 1% of middle school students have used a cigar in the same period.

Some cigars, such as flavored ones, have become popular among youth. However, the FDA has not yet implemented age verification requirements for tobacco products.

Most premium brands take six months to a year before being released to the public for consumption. Depending on the brand, the tobacco used, and the country of origin, the taste and flavor of a cigar can vary.

Before it is sold, a cigar must be aged. This is a process that concentrates the flavor and aroma of the tobacco. Normally, different kinds of filler tobaccos are blended to create a variety of flavors.

The average length of a full-sized cigar is seven inches. The wrapper is usually thin and made of the highest quality tobacco leaf.