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.

It is important to consider many different aspects of the build of a humidor before you make a purchase. Whether you are storing only a few cigars or need to devote an entire closet to them, it knowing how to choose the right interior is going to make your humidor that much more efficient or that much more likely to ruin the flavor of your cigars!

The majority of humidors are made with cedar interiors. However, not all cedar is the same. Most of us can recall the scent of cedar thanks to chests and even chips used to keep things smelling nice and to keep the insects away from Grandma’s quilts. The problem with many cedars is that they are too aromatic and that scent can seep into your cigars and negatively impact the flavor of the cigars you are working so hard to protect.

Spanish cedar is the best bet for your humidor interior. Spanish cedar has all of the benefits of cedar. It will keep insects away from cigars while helping to maintain the temperature and humidity within the humidor. In addition, Spanish cedar will not impact the integrity of the flavor of your cigars. Spanish cedar has a light enough scent that it will add slightly to the flavor of your cigars, but it will not impact the flavor of the cigars.

It is very important to look at the type of wood used in the humidor interior. When you are looking at humidors that are less expensive, chances are that the manufacturer may not have considered the benefits of Spanish cedar as opposed to other cedars. It seems silly to pay a lot of money for your cigars only to have them ruined by purchasing a cheap humidor. A cheap humidor is going to ruin your cigars and there goes all of the money you spent on them in the first place! So, rather than fall prey to this unfortunate event, take the time to find a humidor that is both within your budget and includes a Spanish cedar interior!

Now that you understand the importance of Spanish cedar, it should be easier to narrow down the choices you have for a humidor! Remember, Spanish cedar or nothing at all!