Why Are Some Cigars Square? An Exploration Of Box-Pressed Cigars

Having just compared box pressed square Camacho Connecticut cigars to their round parejo counterparts, Paul and CP explore square cigars. Why Are Some Cigars Square?: Paul and CP go over some of the commonly-cited differences between square and round cigars. [00:44] Evaluation Of Camacho's Statements: Cigar manufacturer Camacho states that box-pressing cigars results in a cooler and longer smoke. They also say that some people prefer the shape of a square cigar in the mouth. While some of these can be researched, there is also a great degree of personal preference at play here. There is truth to the assertion that box pressed gives a cooler smoke. Because the cigar is not round, your lips cannot make an airtight seal around it. This means that not all of the air of each draw goes through the cigar. The smoke time will be longer, for the aforementioned reason of airtightness as well as the tighter-packed nature of box pressed. The third claim here, that it feels better in the mouth, is very subjective. Especially for seasoned cigar connoiseurs accustomed to a round cigar, a square will feel awkward and unwieldy at first. However, Paul and CP have since come to enjoy the shape more. Further, Charles-Philippe notes it's easier to hold in the hand, as the thumb and fingers rest against the sides securely. Box pressed cigars were not invented for the novelty value; instead, they were made for economical reasons. Because the box pressed cigars pack more efficientl