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Where there is moisture, mold can grow. And the last place a cigar lover wants to notice mold is on their favorite cigars. 

Since cigars are made of dried organic material (leaves), they need relatively high levels of moisture in the air — humidity — in order to stay “fresh” and in peak smoking condition. 

This combination of moisture and organic material can lead to mold, which can spread quickly in a humidor and destroy your cigar collection. 

The good news is you can take action to prevent cigar mold in the first place. Here’s your expert guide for dealing with cigar mold — now with new updates!

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For us cigar smokers, there’s nothing worse than landing at your destination and starting your vacation or business trip by discovering your cigars were torn, dried out, or just plain ruined throughout the course of your travels. 

So, before your next adventure, holiday gathering, or business trip, make sure you follow these tips to prevent such a travesty from happening to you, or your tasty cigars. 

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Your complete guide to understanding cigar beetles. 

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Learn how to fix a broken cigar wrapper. To repair it, you'll need some acacia powder or pectin, and also a 'patch', a small piece of donor tobacco, perhaps from the cigar stub of a similar blend. To make thecigar wrapper repair, simply apply the acacia or pectin to the patch, paste it over the crack and wait for it to dry.

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