What you'll learn An in-depth understanding of cigars including their history, how they're made, and tobacco growing regions. Understanding the different cigar styles and sizes. How to cut cigars with various types of cutters, lighting & smoking. Recognizing flavors in cigars. The ability to pair cigars with all types of alcohol. Skills in selecting cigars by sight and smell alone. Requirements No existing cigar knowledge is required All individuals wishing to smoke tobacco must be of legal age where they reside This course does not condone underage smoking in any capacity. This course is designed for those want to learn more about cigars & how to better select and enjoy them Students are encouraged to smoke cigars throughout this course, but no specialist equipment is required beyond cigars to enjoy Securing a double bladed guillotine cigar cutter as a starting cutter is recommended, but its not required Description "A good Cuban cigar closes the door to the vulgarities of the world."- Franz Liszt, ComposerWhile many first timers often believe you can simply, cut – light – and smoke a cigar, there is a specific process that needs to be followed and a few tools you'll need to acquire.This course will bring any novice to an expert, in an amazingly short amount of time. WARNING: THIS COURSE GETS TECHNICAL AT TIMES! I have tried to be as detailed as possible. Some reviews have stated the course is too technical at times, but I think better to give too much info than not enough.This course reviews:StandardsSizes Shapes of Cigars ParejosFiguradosWrapper ColorsTobacco Growing RegionsTobacco TypesTobacco ProcessingHow a Cigar is ConstructedCigar Cutter TypesSingle Guillotine/How to useDouble Guillotine/How to usePunch Cutter/How to useV or Wedge Cutter/How to useLighting How to Smoke a CigarService of cigars to othersFlavors & Aromas found in CigarsHow to Select a CigarPairing cigars with Beer, Wine, Spirits and Sake The history of cigarsCigars truly are one of the finest things in the world, not reserved for the stereotypical rich, so no matter who you are, sit back, relax and light one up now. Class is in Session. Drink Up! Overview Section 1: CIGARS OVERVIEW - Let's Light it Up... Lecture 1 WELCOME TO CIGARS Lecture 2 WHAT'S A CIGAR? Section 2: STANDARDS Lecture 3 CIGARS - Overview Lecture 4 STANDARDS - Introduction Lecture 5 CIGAR TYPES - PAREJOS (THE USUAL SUSPECTS) Lecture 6 CIGAR TYPES - FIGURADOS (THE OTHER KIND) Lecture 7 COLORS Lecture 8 REVIEW Section 3: CIGAR PRODUCTION Lecture 9 INTRODUCTION & REGIONS Lecture 10 THE PLANT Lecture 11 TOBACCO TYPES Lecture 12 CURING Lecture 13 FERMENTATION Lecture 14 AGING Lecture 15 ANATOMY OF A CIGAR Lecture 16 ROLLING Lecture 17 PRODUCTION REVIEW Section 4: SMOKING & SERVICE- Smoke 'em if you got 'em Lecture 18 SMOKING & SERVICE - Introduction Lecture 19 CIGAR CUTTER TYPES Lecture 20 CUTTING - SINGLE GUILLOTINE CUTTER Lecture 21 CUTTING - DOUBLE GUILLOTINE CUTTER Lecture 22 CUTTING - PUNCH CUTTER Lecture 23 CUTTING - V OR WEDGE CUTTER Lecture 24 A FEW NOTES ON SMOKING Lecture 25 LIGHTING Lecture 26 CIGAR SERVICE Section 5: CIGAR FLAVORS & MORE Lecture 27 FLAVORS - Introduction Lecture 28 FLAVORS Lecture 29 SELECTION Lecture 30 TASTE Lecture 31 FINISH Lecture 32 FLAVORS REVIEW Section 6: PAIRING - Cigars with Alcohol; Is there anything better? Lecture 33 PAIRING- Introduction Lecture 34 WINE Lecture 35 BEER Lecture 36 SPIRITS Lecture 37 REVIEW Section 7: ORIGINS- Where it all began. Lecture 38 ORIGINS Lecture 39 HISTORICAL FIGURES Lecture 40 FAMILIES OF THE INDUSTRY Section 8: Bonus Lecture Lecture 41 Proper Glassware Selection Novice cigar smokers and alcohol enthusiasts wanting something to complement their favorite beverage.,Current cigar smokers wanting advanced knowledge for better selection & enjoyment.,Anyone interested in cigars,Mixologists, Bartenders, Servers & those in the hospitality industry that serve cigars.,Those who want to be masters of all their surroundings