Throughout history, the cigar has long been thought of as a luxury of the rich and powerful. All of us have probably seen images both on TV and in films of high society men smoking a cigar and drinking a glass of good brandy. For you folks who are new to cigars and would like to relax with a good one and a drink after working hard all day, these are a few tips to get you started pairing your cigars with alcohol.
Throughout history, the cigar has long been thought of as a luxury of the rich and powerful. All of us have probably seen images both on TV and in films of high society men smoking a cigar and drinking a glass of good brandy. For you folks who are new to cigars and would like to relax with a good one and a drink after working hard all day, these are a few tips to get you started pairing your cigars with alcohol. It has always been a tradition to pair a fine cigar with a strong drink. Rum, whiskey and brandy were all popular when smoking a cigar. Most cigars pair nicely with a single malt scotch. Some seasoned cigar smokers say that a good cigar should always be paired with a drink that is both strong and has a hint of sweetness. For generations, men have long enjoyed these popular combinations. But for years, pairing a cigar with beer has gone overlooked. But why overlook a good quality beer?
Today it has become more fashionable and common to drink a variety of beers with cigars. Since cigars have become more affordable and have entered mainstream society, pairing beer with cigars has become more popular. The combination is great! You can enjoy your favorite beer while smoking a good cigar. But you should learn some things about pairing beer with cigars before you start to embark on this satisfying pleasure.
If you’re a novice, you’ll probably need a little help in pairing your specific cigar with a complimentary beer. Folks with more experience and palates know what they like and can make connections between types of cigars and beers. One of the challenges in pairing these two is finding a beer that will connect with your type of cigar, since cigars are so strong and flavorful. Experiment with different beers until you find your perfect match.
When you determine the flavor of your cigar you can usually pair it nicely with alcohol. For example, if your cigar has a woody, spicy, hint of cedar flavor, try pairing it with barely wine. You’ll find that the fruity hint of the barely wine will complement nicely with the spicy flavor of your cigar.
And using the combo of a spicy cigar and a slightly fruity beer can create an overall creaminess. This greatly enhances the flavors or each. If you are just staring out, experiment. The first thing to do is to find a cigar that you like and identify the flavors and characteristics of the cigar. Then, find a beer, wine, whiskey, rum or brandy that you think will match the flavors of your cigars. Lots of great combinations have been discovered this way throughout history. Now you know how to make your own!
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