What is a Tupperdor?

What is a Tupperdor?

A tupperdor is a Tupperware container that’s been converted to store cigars like a humidor. Cigars need to be stored at 70% RH (relative humidity) and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Like coolidor or coolerdor, tupperdor is a term made up by cigar lovers who’ve discovered non-traditional DIY methods for storing cigars.

Do you need Spanish cedar in a Tupperdor?

So to review, to make a tupperdor, all we need is an airtight plastic container, some Boveda packs (find out how many to use and lots of other useful info about them here,) and the Spanish cedar is optional.

What do I need for a Tupperdor?

Below you’ll find the best accessories that you’ll need to build your tupperdor:

1. Humidifier: Boveda 60g Humidity Pack.
2. Optional: Cedar Boveda Pack Holder.
3. Lining: Spanish Cedar Veneer Sheets.
4. Shelving: Spanish Cedar Trays.
5. Cheap Hygrometer: Hygroset II.
6. Smart Hygrometer: Boveda Butler.

Can you age cigars in a Tupperdor?

Tupperdors are an affordable and convenient solution for storing and aging cigars.

How often should I open my Tupperdor?

You have to open them up every 2-3 weeks and let your cigars air out for a few minutes. As we’ve talked about on BetterCigar, cigars need air circulation so there’s a bit of maintenance with tupperdors so that your cigars don’t dry out.

What is Boveda for Tupperdor?

Make sure to get the 60g 65% or 69% Boveda 4 pack (Boveda recommends 69% for tupperdors) and a humidity meter to complete the set up. I also use a 15 cigar travel humidor (also air tight) to store the cigars I know I will smoke soon so I don’t keep opening the tupperdor.

How often should you open your Tupperdor?

Can I use Tupperware as a humidor?

Tupperware is known for its airtight seal, and this is perfect for storing cigars. The Tupperdor will hold more moisture inside so that your cigars won’t suffer any loss of humidity. In most cases a humidor made out of Tupperware doesn’t need to be seasoned so you can use it almost straight away.

Can I put cigars in Tupperware?

What should the humidity be for Tupperdor?

How can I make a cheap humidor?

Tupperware Container or Jar For a little added protection, a Tupperware container or glass jar can make for a very nice makeshift humidor. These can be especially nice if you want to store more than a couple of cigars.

Should you rotate cigars in a humidor?

You should rotate the cigars in your humidor every two to three months. Even in the most well-crafted humidor, some spots don’t receive as much humidity as others.

Can you keep cigars in the fridge?

Refrigeration Dries Cigars Out Premium cigars should be stored between 65-70% RH (relative humidity) and 65-70 degrees Fahrenheit. A refrigerator is too cold and too dry to store cigars, and your cigars will dry out and fall apart when you smoke them if you put them inside.

How do I make a quick humidor?

Just take a large freezer bag and place the sticks inside. Next, wet the new sponge and ring out any excess water. Place the sponge in the bag and seal tightly. The sponge will keep the setup humid for several weeks.

What is the best wood to make a humidor?

Spanish cedar
After doing some research online, you’ve probably noticed a trend – Spanish cedar is considered the best wood for a cigar humidor. And this is true. In fact, Spanish cedar is so good at withstanding humidity and maintaining temperature that all of the higher-quality models are built from this type of wood.

Can cigars get you high?

Cigars can give you a buzz, especially stronger ones. Factors like the size of your cigar, how fast you smoke it, and what kinds of tobacco it’s made from affect how much of a buzz you’ll get. We smoke cigars for the way they taste and their aroma, not to get a buzz, though.

Do you inhale cigars?

Traditionally, cigar smokers don’t inhale. Unlike cigarettes, we absorb nicotine from a cigar within the mucus membranes of the mouth, not the lungs. This is directly opposing to cigarettes, where a study found that virtually no nicotine was absorbed without inhaling the cigarette.

Should I take my cigars out of the wrapper when I put them in my humidor?

Once you’ve bought the cigar and are placing it in your humidor, we recommend you remove the cellophane. Cellophane will prevent humidity from reaching the cigar, and you’ll find the cigars will respond to humidification better if the overwrap has been removed.