A humidor with a Spanish cedar lining provides the ideal environment for cigars. Through the use of a humidifier and a hygrometer, the atmosphere is kept temperate and carefully regulated so that cigars can retain, and even enhance their flavor. The best of the humidors can even improve the flavor of the cigars through aging, and mix flavors of adjacent cigars as well. Without a constant humidity of 65%-75%, cigars can end up tasting bitter due to dryness. Aside from the humidifier that maintains the humidity level and the hygrometer that monitors it, a Spanish cedar humidor lining is another factor that contributes to the ideal storage medium for cigars.
A Spanish cedar humidor lining has several advantages. Part of the mahogany family, Spanish cedar is naturally mold-resistant. It is also very absorbent and can control humidity naturally. On top of that, it is also an aromatic type of wood that can add to the flavors of the cigar when aged over a period of months and even years. Some people have characterized its aroma as uniquely spicy.
A Spanish cedar humidor lining is also beneficial as it contains natural pesticides against cigar beetles. If there is one disadvantage, Spanish cedar tends to expand and contract more than most hardwoods because of its moisture absorption qualities. However, as long as the humidor is finely-made, there is no need to worry about lids being too loose or too tight fitting to be sealed. Other parts of a humidor such as drawers, compartments and the main divisions for the cigar also make use of Spanish cedar, increasing the humidification surfaces available. Humidors need not be completely constructed of Spanish cedar, a lining will suffice, and craftsmen are free to make use of other types of wood for the exterior, as well as to add inlaid detail, and gold/brass accents. Feel free to let your imagination run wild on the outside, but always look for a Spanish cedar humidor lining.
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