CRT Cigar Manufacturing & Production Processes 3

Question 1

What is 'marrying' in the context of cigar production?

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Allowing boxed cigars to rest together so flavors harmonize before shipping

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The process of pairing Cuban and non-Cuban tobaccos in a proprietary blend

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The technique of bonding the wrapper seam to the binder with vegetable gum

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A quality control step that matches cigars by color before final boxing

Question 2

What is tobacco 'fermentation' in leaf processing?

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A controlled heat and moisture process that breaks down starches and reduces harshness

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The drying process that removes initial moisture from freshly harvested tobacco

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A chemical treatment of tobacco used to add flavoring and aromatic compounds

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The cutting of cured tobacco leaves into strip form for use as filler

Question 3

What is a 'pilón' in tobacco processing?

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A large bulk pile of tobacco leaves assembled for the fermentation process

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A small measuring tool used to check ring gauge on finished cigars

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The wooden press used to shape cigar bunches after rolling

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The central stem vein of a tobacco leaf that must be removed before rolling

Question 4

What does 'ligero' refer to in tobacco leaf classification by plant position?

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A strong, slow-burning leaf from the top of the plant with the most sun exposure

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A light, mild leaf grown in the lower portion of the plant with least sun exposure

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A medium-bodied leaf from the middle section used primarily for combustion

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A wrapper-grade leaf prized for its thin, smooth, and silky texture

Question 5

What is 'seco' leaf in tobacco classification?

Accepted Answer

Medium-bodied, combustion-promoting leaves from the middle section of the plant

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Dry-cured leaves grown in the outer rows of a tobacco field for maximum sun

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The lightest and mildest leaves harvested from the base of the tobacco plant

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Leaves that have undergone a mandatory second fermentation cycle

Question 6

What quality is 'volado' leaf primarily selected for in cigar filler blends?

Accepted Answer

Promoting combustion and ensuring an even, consistent burn

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Adding the strongest, most complex flavors and oils to the blend

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Providing the highest nicotine content and body to the cigar

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Creating the wrapper due to its especially smooth and uniform texture

Question 7

What quality characteristic is most important when grading wrapper leaves for premium cigars?

Accepted Answer

Visual uniformity of color, minimal veins, smooth texture, and overall appearance

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Nicotine content measured in milligrams per gram of dry tobacco

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Leaf thickness and tensile strength tested for durability under rolling pressure

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Combustion rate measured in millimeters burned per minute under standard conditions