toasting vs. drawing while lighting

[duckmanco]

I used to be a toast the foot all the way guy, but lately its been lightly toast, and then draw using the flame. I have begun to love that burst of flavor from drawing while lighting. It sort of lets me know where the cigar may be heading.

I toast when I can because I like the "ritual"

If I'm just driving down the road and want a smoke or can't find a torch I'm happy just lighting them up!

[G G]

Kinda go back and forth between the two methods. I don't do too many things the right way.

[groogs]

I always toast the foot with a torch lighter, then I puff on the cigar with a soft flamb. I have found this is the best way to get an even burn on my cigars. I say light your cigars in any way that makes you happy.

[Ender]

Well yesterday I tried a relight by putting the flame into the foot without puffing. Once it was glowing I expelled a little before giving it a light draw. I found that really helped the cigar not get harsh. Anybody else try this?

[BlackDog]

I use the Da Klugs method. That's how I was taught, and it's worked for me so I stick with it.

Originally Posted by Ender

Well yesterday I tried a relight by putting the flame into the foot without puffing. Once it was glowing I expelled a little before giving it a light draw. I found that really helped the cigar not get harsh. Anybody else try this?

When relighting, I always blow through the cigar before hand, then use the Da Klugs method again. I find blowing through first clears whatever it is that causes that relight nastyness. It works most of the time.

I also use the same method as Da Klugs. I don't start drawing on it until the foot is completely lit.

[Rabidsquirrel]

I tried the toasting method the other day on a Perdomo Lot 23, and boy, the difference in taste was incredible.

[jjirons69]

Sitting/talking = toasting
Riding/windy = light it straight on with torch

You do what it takes!