IVORY Cigar Humidor — Spanish Cedar, Elegant Design, Hygrometer & Humidifier

Perform the 'seasoning': place the recharged humidifier inside the closed humidor for 24-48 hours. The cedar will absorb the moisture and swell slightly to ensure a perfect seal. Verify that the hygrometer reaches 70% RH before placing your cigars inside.

Use only distilled water or a 50/50 propylene glycol solution and distilled water, as the latter helps stabilize humidity around 70%. Pour gradually until the humidifier is well saturated, without excess, then wipe away any surplus: no drops should be falling, as liquid in contact with cigars can stain the wrapper or promote mold. Avoid tap water, as its limescale clogs the humidifier and its chlorine alters the flavors. Put the humidifier back in place and let the humidor's atmosphere stabilize for a few hours before trusting the hygrometer reading.

Aim for a relative humidity between 65% and 72%. Around 65%, cigars maintain a crisp and even burn; around 70%, they develop more aromatic roundness. The included hygrometer allows you to track this value at a glance: as soon as it drops below 65%, recharge the humidifier; if it consistently exceeds 72%, leave the humidor slightly open for a few moments or remove a little liquid. Stability is as important as the value itself: avoid sudden fluctuations. After opening, always leave the humidor closed for a while before taking a reading to ensure you are seeing a truly stabilized value.

The reference method is the salt test. Place a small cup of table salt slightly moistened to the consistency of damp sand in a bag or airtight container with the hygrometer, ensuring no direct contact. Close and wait 6 to 12 hours in a room with a stable ambient temperature: the relative humidity will settle at approximately 75%. If, for example, the hygrometer shows 72%, it is underestimating by 3 points; simply incorporate this offset into your readings or correct it if your model allows for adjustment. Repeat this check once or twice a year: it is the guarantee of reliable monitoring for your cigars.

Choose a stable and temperate location, ideally between 16 and 20 °C (60-68 °F). Beyond 24 °C (75 °F) for extended periods, the risk of mold and tobacco beetle hatching increases significantly. Keep the humidor away from heat sources (radiators, fireplaces, electronic devices) and direct sunlight, which cause sudden variations and can mark the finish. Also avoid very humid rooms like the bathroom. Thanks to its elegant design, the Ivory naturally finds its place in an office, library, or living room: it is meant to be displayed as much as it is to store, provided these few simple rules are followed.

Spanish cedar requires very little maintenance, but a few rules preserve its qualities. Never use household cleaning products, wax, or polish on the inside: the wood must remain raw to regulate humidity and not transmit any odors to your cigars. Simple dusting with a soft, dry cloth is sufficient. If a liquid stain appears, wipe it away without scrubbing. In the event of a trace of mold, remove the cigars, leave the humidor open to air it out, and check your humidifier, which is often overfilled. After a long period of disuse, perform a short seasoning before putting your cigars back in.

It is a particularly successful gift for a cigar enthusiast, whether they are a beginner or already have a collection. The Ivory comes in a presentation box and contains everything needed to get started: a Spanish cedar humidor, a hygrometer, and a humidifier. Its elegant design makes it an object that one is proud to display. It is perfectly suited for a birthday, Father's Day, the holiday season, or as a corporate gift. For an even more complete present, pair it with a cigar cutter or a lighter from our selection: the recipient will then have all the equipment for the ritual.