Hermetic Jar storage

Smokin0808 · 11-22-2013, 01:57 AM

I've got some infused cigars - Tabak Especial, Isla Del Sol, and a few others. I know these should be kept separate from non-infused, but don't want to set up another humi. Will a hermetic Jar work? Just attach a round humidifier to the lid? Any problems with a setup like this.

Dude Here · 11-22-2013, 05:09 AM

As long as the seal is airtight it will work fine.

T.G · 11-22-2013, 07:21 AM

If the seal on the jar is good, you might not even need the humidifier. If you do use one, you're probably better off with a boveda pack because being a 2-way system, it has a much lesser chance of over humidifying the cigars.

Heavy_d · 11-22-2013, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by T.G

If the seal on the jar is good, you might not even need the humidifier. If you do use one, you're probably better off with a boveda pack because being a 2-way system, it has a much lesser chance of over humidifying the cigars.

+1. I've been using a boveda pack in my tupperdor since I set it up, and it works perfect. Don't have to worry about too much or too little humidity. The ultimate in set it and forget it humidification. (No, I'm not getting paid for this endorsement, just been really impressed with their product, lol)

stearns · 11-22-2013, 07:57 AM

Another plus to the boveda pack idea, just go pick up one or two of their small travel packs, we used to sell them for $1 or give them away if you bought a couple smokes. Perfect for a situation like this

Smokin0808 · 11-23-2013, 12:34 AM

How about the Xikar Crystal Humidifiers? It would be nice to have a round humidifier that could be attached to the lid.

CigarNut · 11-23-2013, 01:07 AM

The Xikar humidifiers are just gel with PG solution. Good at releasing moisture but not so good at absorbing. I am a little biased but IMHO you would be better off with beads -- either HCM (see below) or Heartfelt (www.heartfeltindustries.com)

shilala · 11-23-2013, 10:33 AM

I used to keep a couple dozen kinds of flavored sticks around for non-smoking company and friends. I kept each different kind in bail jars from Walmart. The plastic ones kinda take up the smell of the sticks, so I switched to glass ones.
I made handy-dandy bead bags that laid in the bottom of the jars. They were round and flat and held about an ounce of beads. Worked great.
I'd roll with the HCM beads or the little Boveda packs Ben mentioned. Either way you can't lose.

mk05 · 11-23-2013, 11:04 AM

Double Ziplock bags and call it a day.

Smokin0808 · 11-23-2013, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by mk05

Double Ziplock bags and call it a day.

LOL, that's what I've been using, but want something will a little more "crush" protection.

Smokin0808 · 11-25-2013, 07:51 PM

Anyone have any experience with visol humidors? They look nice, and aren't too pricey.

Smoqman · 12-04-2013, 01:29 PM

I'm also wondering about mold potential in sealed jars that are not opened often enough.

Any reason to be concerned?

Heavy_d · 12-04-2013, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Smoqman

I'm also wondering about mold potential in sealed jars that are not opened often enough.

Any reason to be concerned?

Not sure about the jars, but I use an air tight Tupperware and I've found the best solution is just to open it every week or so and let the air exchange. Of course, this just gives me an excuse to open it up and get a stick out to enjoy.

mosesbotbol · 12-04-2013, 01:41 PM

Cello covers on the flavored cigars should work, but I would keep the separated as much as possible.

11-22-2013, 01:57 AM	#1
Smokin0808 Just in from the Storm Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 24 Trading: (0)	Hermetic Jar storage I've got some infused cigars - Tabak Especial, Isla Del Sol, and a few others. I know these should be kept separate from non-infused, but don't want to set up another humi. Will a hermetic Jar work? Just attach a round humidifier to the lid? Any problems with a setup like this.

11-22-2013, 05:09 AM	#2
Dude Here I'm the Dude...Man! Join Date: Oct 2013 First Name: Steve Location: Texas Posts: 671 Trading: (3)	Re: Hermetic Jar storage As long as the seal is airtight it will work fine.

11-22-2013, 07:21 AM	#3
T.G Grrrrrr Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: The Other Adam Posts: 15,557 Trading: (37)	Re: Hermetic Jar storage If the seal on the jar is good, you might not even need the humidifier. If you do use one, you're probably better off with a boveda pack because being a 2-way system, it has a much lesser chance of over humidifying the cigars.

11-22-2013, 07:57 AM	#5
stearns Dogbert Consultant Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ben Location: Park Hill Posts: 5,386 Trading: (50)	Re: Hermetic Jar storage Another plus to the boveda pack idea, just go pick up one or two of their small travel packs, we used to sell them for $1 or give them away if you bought a couple smokes. Perfect for a situation like this __________________ "Ignoring all the racket of conventional reality" - Keller Williams

11-23-2013, 12:34 AM	#6
Smokin0808 Just in from the Storm Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 24 Trading: (0)	Re: Hermetic Jar storage How about the Xikar Crystal Humidifiers? It would be nice to have a round humidifier that could be attached to the lid.

11-23-2013, 01:07 AM	#7
CigarNut Fck Cancer! Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Michael Location: Clermont, Florida Posts: 18,042 Trading: (111*)	Re: Hermetic Jar storage The Xikar humidifiers are just gel with PG solution. Good at releasing moisture but not so good at absorbing. I am a little biased but IMHO you would be better off with beads -- either HCM (see below) or Heartfelt (www.heartfeltindustries.com) __________________ Need Beads? Need Five Finger Bags? 2 of 3 Requirements for use of the CA Rolodex: 100 posts/ 60 day membership/ participation in trade (trader rating). New members can be added at any time.

11-23-2013, 10:33 AM	#8
shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: Hermetic Jar storage I used to keep a couple dozen kinds of flavored sticks around for non-smoking company and friends. I kept each different kind in bail jars from Walmart. The plastic ones kinda take up the smell of the sticks, so I switched to glass ones. I made handy-dandy bead bags that laid in the bottom of the jars. They were round and flat and held about an ounce of beads. Worked great. I'd roll with the HCM beads or the little Boveda packs Ben mentioned. Either way you can't lose. __________________

11-23-2013, 11:04 AM	#9
mk05 Have My Own Room Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 1,331 Trading: (2)	Re: Hermetic Jar storage Double Ziplock bags and call it a day.

11-25-2013, 07:51 PM	#11
Smokin0808 Just in from the Storm Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 24 Trading: (0)	Re: Hermetic Jar storage Anyone have any experience with visol humidors? They look nice, and aren't too pricey.

12-04-2013, 01:29 PM	#12
Smoqman Gimme de Liga! Join Date: Nov 2013 First Name: Joel Location: Minne-snowy Posts: 132 Trading: (1)	Re: Hermetic Jar storage I'm also wondering about mold potential in sealed jars that are not opened often enough. Any reason to be concerned? __________________ Joel CRA Member # 99977267

12-04-2013, 01:41 PM	#14
mosesbotbol That's a Corgi Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moses Location: Boston Posts: 6,171 Trading: (6)	Re: Hermetic Jar storage Cello covers on the flavored cigars should work, but I would keep the separated as much as possible. __________________ Port Wine & Claret \| British Cars \| Welsh Corgi's