[header] How to light a cigar [title] Choose a well-made cigar you want to smoke. [step] Cigars come in many sizes, so when shopping for a cigar, choose a cigar you could see yourself smoking. Smell the cigar beforehand, too; if its smell is appealing, you will probably enjoy smoking it. 
Additionally, choose a cigar without gaps or tears in its wrapper, and avoid cigars that are mottled, spotted, or flakey. [substeps] Cigars can be up to an inch thick; if you're a new smoker, consider choosing a smaller one.