Cigares.com features
Cigares.com is a cigar catalogue and a community of tasters. Here is everything you can do on the site, with or without an account.
The cigar catalogue
No account needed
Every cigar has its own page: brand, country, format, wrapper, strength, dominant aromas, editorial review and indicative price. Find a cigar in a few clicks without getting lost.
How it works
- Open the catalogue and filter by country, aroma, strength or budget.
- Open a cigar page to see its aromas, strength and reviews.
- Visit the brand page to discover its whole range.
Rate a tasting
Free account required
After smoking a cigar, fill in the form step by step: appearance, draw, aromas, balance, observations. The site computes a score out of 100 and you can add photos of the moment.
How it works
- Create a free account.
- Pick the cigar and fill in the guided form.
- Add your photos and submit: the note is reviewed before publication.
- You get an email as soon as it is live.
My cave (your online humidor)
Free account required
Your cave is your personal notebook: a “want to try” list and an “owned” list. Keep it private or show it on your profile, your choice.
How it works
- On a cigar page, add it to your cave.
- Sort it as “want to try” or “owned”.
- Choose whether your cave is visible on your profile.
Profiles and community
Free account required
Every member has a profile with their tastings. Follow the tasters whose palate speaks to you, like their reviews and discover the most active contributors.
How it works
- Browse the contributors ranking.
- Open a profile and follow the taster.
- Find their latest notes in “Following”.
Cigar lists
Free account required
Group cigars into a themed list and share it. You can also browse the community's lists for ideas.
How it works
- Create a list and give it a title.
- Add cigars to it using the search box.
- Share the link with your friends.
The quiz: which cigar suits you?
No account needed
Beginner or enthusiast, answer five questions about your tastes. The quiz suggests a matching selection of cigars, no account needed.
How it works
- Answer the 5 questions.
- Discover your aroma profile.
- Open the suggested cigar pages.
The comparator
No account needed
Torn between two cigars? The comparator puts them head to head on every useful criterion.
How it works
- Pick two cigars.
- Compare format, strength, aromas, price and ratings.
The blog and guides
No account needed
Practical guides to store, cut and enjoy your cigars, and to understand how they are made. The blog is published in French.
How it works
- Browse the guides by topic.
- Jump from a guide to the cigars it mentions.
Create a free account
A free account lets you publish tastings, manage your cave, create lists and follow other tasters. The site does not sell cigars.
Create my accountFrequently asked questions
- Do I need an account to use the site?
- Not to browse the catalogue, read cigar pages, take the quiz or use the comparator. Yes, a free one, to publish a tasting, manage your cave, create lists or follow tasters.
- Is my cave visible to others?
- Your choice: it can stay private or be shown on your profile.
- How long before my tasting is online?
- Every tasting is reviewed before publication. You get an email as soon as it is approved. If it includes photos, it may also be featured on the homepage, which refreshes about once an hour.
- How is the score out of 100 computed?
- It relies on seven weighted criteria, from draw to intensity. The details are explained on the About page.
- Does the site sell cigars?
- No. Cigares.com is a catalogue and a tasting place, not a shop.
Smoking is harmful to your health. This site is intended for adults only.