A good cigar is a thing of beauty. It’s something that can be enjoyed by men and women alike, and it’s a great way to relax after a long day. But what do you drink with your cigar? What should you wear when you are smoking a stogie? Here are six things that you can pair with your favorite stogie.
A Smoking Jacket
Everyone at a point in their lives wants to look cold and dapper like Hugh Heffner or John Hamm’s Don Draper in Mad Men wearing a smoking jacket robe while smoking a big cigar. A Smoking Jacket is a great way to do just that. This will also help keep the smell of smoke off your clothes because not everyone can appreciate the aromatic scent of fine tobacco.
A Good Bourbon
What goes great with a smoky flavor? A strong and smooth bourbon. The drink’s sweetness will help to offset the smoke, and it’s a classic pairing for a reason. If you’re looking for something a little different, try pairing your cigar with a single malt scotch. Almost 40% of men who smoke cigars also drink scotch, so it’s a natural pairing.
Coffee
Cigars and coffee have been paired together for centuries. The intense flavors of the coffee help to cut through the smoke and can be a great way to wake up in the morning. If you’re looking for something a little different, try an espresso. The bitterness of the espresso will help to balance out the sweetness of the cigar. Although some men prefer their coffees with milk and sugar, it’s best to avoid these when pairing with a cigar. The milk will make the smoke acrider, and the sugar can overwhelm the delicate flavors of the tobacco.
Dark Chocolate
Dark chocolate is another classic pairing for cigars. The sweetness of the chocolate helps to offset the smokiness of the cigar and the rich flavor pairs well with the full-bodied taste of a good cigar. If you’re looking for something a little different, try pairing your cigar with a bar of milk chocolate. The milk chocolate’s sweetness will help balance out the intense flavors of the cigar.
A Good Book or a Movie
There’s nothing like kicking back with a good book and a cigar. Make it an even better experience by choosing a book that has been made into a movie or television show. Then you can watch the film or show after you’ve read the book and get a different perspective on the story. Mostly, cigar enjoyers would prefer putting on gambling or mobster movies while they sit back and relax with their cigars.
Classic Classy Jazz
You don’t have to be in a fancy hotel lobby or a fine dining establishment to enjoy a good cigar, but it doesn’t hurt. If you’re looking to add a little bit of sophistication to your smoking experience, try pairing your cigar with some classic jazz. The smooth sounds of the music will help to relax you, and the mellow flavors of the cigar will complement the music perfectly.
As you can see, there are a lot of different things that you can pair with your cigar. Whether you’re looking for something to drink or something to eat, there’s a perfect pairing out there for you.