What's Better in Cigar Lighters: Flame or Torch?

Cigar aficionados know that cigar lighters are a necessity when it comes to the enjoyment of a high quality smoke. When it comes to smoking your premium cigar, not just any old lighter will suffice. The cheap lighter from your local gas station or smoke shop just isn’t going to cut it. This is a common misconception and error that can be found especially among novice smokers. Cheap flame lighters are made for cigarettes with their small composition and fast burn. If you chose this lighter for your premium smoke, you will wind up with an un-enjoyable result. Since cigars have a much larger ring gauge and length than a traditional cigarette, a strong and controlled flame lighter is what you need.

Flame: 0

Cigar Torch Lighters are cigars better half specifically designed for cigars.These lighters control the flame without diminishing and tainting the tobacco. No one wants to light up a premium cigar and in the process alter the taste and aroma. Torch lighters produce an even burn that prevents the transfer of any chemical residue to the tobacco. 

The most popular and efficient torch lighters are Butane lighters. These will have much less effect on the taste of your cigar than liquid fuel lighters. The taste and aroma of your premium cigars will remain the same when you use a Butane lighter. Another benefit of torch lighters is that this lighter has a more intense flame. Since the flame is hotter, lighting the cigar is quicker and easier. 

Torch: 1

And the winner is… Torch Lighters.

Here’s a helpful tip: When using your lighter make sure you don’t let the flame touch the cigar directly. Let the cigar absorb the flame’s heat while you inhale. This will produce the best result. 

Here at Gotham, we carry a great selection of premium cigar lighters including world renowned brands Quad, Xikar and Lotus. Browse our collection and find the torch lighter your cigars deserve.