A cigar can be a great gift for Father’s Day. There’s something about a cigar that feels both masculine and extravagant. There is also a special occasion air to cigars that make them excellent gifts, but it can be tough to decide which one to choose. This can get even tougher if you don’t know much about cigars yourself. Asking yourself the questions below can guide you to just the right one.
Do You Know the Basics?
If you’re new to cigar buying, you might feel as though you don’t even know what questions to ask. Essentially, what you need to know about cigars is that they can vary in strength and that the time it takes to smoke them can be as short as around twenty minutes or as long as a couple of hours. Flavor is another consideration. Some cigar smokers may be particular about the wrapper type or origin of the cigar.
What Will You Do With Your Budget?
The question of how much you have to spend is an obvious one, but you also should consider how you want to use your budget. Do you want to go all-in on one special cigar, or would you like to give the father in your life a variety to choose from? You could also give several of the same type of cigar.
Are They a Cigar Beginner?
It can feel daunting to purchase a cigar for an aficionado if you aren’t one yourself, but getting something for a beginner brings its challenges as well. One thing you should certainly do for a beginner is choose a milder flavor. Your beginner probably also doesn’t want to start with a cigar that takes over an hour to smoke. Something that is more in the neighborhood of 20 to 30 minutes is probably more appropriate. If you’re buying for an experienced cigar smoker, you may already know their preferences. If you aren’t certain, keep in mind that they will probably appreciate a more robust flavor with a longer-lasting smoke time.
What Else Do You Know About Them?
If you’re still uncertain what type of cigar to get them, one thing to consider, as with many gifts, is what else you know about their likes, dislikes, and personality. Consider what some of the adjectives are that you might use to describe the person. This might include words like refined, confident, bold, sophisticated, artistic, intellectual, or practical. Once you start reading about different types of cigars, you will begin to get a sense of what associations go with what cigars. Consider as well whether the person tends to enjoy trying new things or prefers to stay with the tried and true. This can help you decide whether to give them a new type of cigar to try or something you already know they like.
Whether you are giving a cigar to your own father or to your father-in-law, your husband, or another father in your life, it is likely to be appreciated and enjoyed. Asking yourself the above questions can help ensure that you choose the perfect cigar that’s just right for them.