ASHING 101

People smoking good cigars like to keep the ash on for as long as
possible. Indeed, a solid tower of ash is a sign of a well-made
cigar. But don't let the ashy end grow too long; this is both
pretentious and an invitation for a mess on the floor.

Every once in a while, just gently press the ash against an
ashtray. The ash should fall off easily without you having to tap
the cigar. If your cigar goes out, it's okay; this does not mean
you're a bad smoker. Just remove the ash, and re-light it.

Smoke the cigar for as long as you want. The only time you should
stop smoking is when it stops being enjoyable for you. When that
becomes the case, just set the cigar down in an ashtray; it will go out on its own. Do not grind it out, as that will produce excess smoke. Just take one last draw, set it down, take a sip of your drink, and revel in your smoothness.