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DMcBeth
Rookie Topic Starter

6 years ago

I can’t get my humidor over 60% even with 72% HumiPacks. What do I do? Is there such a thing as a lemon humidor?

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DrafterX
Herf-A-Holic

6 years ago

add more lettuce.... 😟

CarsonTheCat
Aficionado

6 years ago

add more lettuce.... 😟

DrafterX wrote:

Shouldn't DMc wipe the inside of the humidor with mayonnaise first though, to season it?

DrafterX
Herf-A-Holic

6 years ago

that would be gay.... 😟

mnmike130
Rookie

6 years ago

I have had terrible luck with humidors. I will admit I haven't spent a lot. Perhaps I'm getting what I pay for. Anyway, my current an best humidor is a cupcake carrier I got at a big box store for about $15. See through so I can easily see the humidity. Seals with lock down clamps on all four sides. I'm able to put 50 cigars in it. Is it the most exquisite piece of decor in the house? No. But it works. I use a 4 oz. jar of beads and it is working great. I am more about functionality than looks.

CarsonTheCat
Aficionado

6 years ago

that would be gay.... 😟

DrafterX wrote:

It's only gay if he cleans up the excess mayo with his tongue and gets a little on the corner of his mouth, AND if the humidor moans while he does it.

tonygraz
Herf-A-Holic

6 years ago

Lemon humidors are worthless. Eat or juice them fresh or put them in the freezer.

DrMaddVibe
Herf-A-Holic

6 years ago

mnmike130 wrote:

I'd really hate to see your wife.

DMcBeth
Rookie Topic Starter

6 years ago

As helpful as the lettuce and mayonnaise may be, do you have any other alternatives?

Stogie1020
Herf-A-Holic

6 years ago

#10

As helpful as the lettuce and mayonnaise may be, do you have any other alternatives?

DMcBeth wrote:

Did you season it?

I prefer Herbs de Provence, but many people use seasoning wipes from Boveda (or just a paper towel soaked in distilled water).

How are the seals on it? I gave up on wood humidors and went to a tupperadore, based on recommendations of others here.

kittylitterFTW
Connoisseur

6 years ago

#11

I mean, the obvious question here is what you are utilizing as a humidification control device. A container alone whether air tight or other wise is just a container. You can sell an appendage to purchase some heartfelt beads or boveda packs. Or you could use some silica based kitty litter. Really up to you. Some here might make fun of you for the kitty litter, but they also suggest wiping your cigars with mayo and wrapping in lettuce. (Some reason they like the visual or something. . )

corey sellers
Herf-A-Holic

6 years ago

#12

Any cigars in it?

RMAN4443
Herf-A-Holic

6 years ago

#13

I can’t get my humidor over 60% even with 72% HumiPacks. What do I do? Is there such a thing as a lemon humidor?

DMcBeth wrote:

You can try a lemon. It should add some moisture, and as an additional perk,
will give your smokes a nice citrus tang...🇨🇮

octavup
Enthusiast

6 years ago

#14

I can’t get my humidor over 60% even with 72% HumiPacks. What do I do? Is there such a thing as a lemon humidor?

DMcBeth wrote:

1) First check to see that your humidor is sealing tightly. If it's leaking, it won't hold humidity.

2) Check and make sure your humidity gauge (hygrometer) is accurate. If you are using an analog gauge, toss it. Even if it's a digital gauge, it could be inaccurate. I have been making custom humidors for over 20 years and we always provide digital gauges when we deliver our units. However, even the digital gauges of late seem to be innaccurate and inconsistent oo. I believe Boveda has a system whereby you can accurately calibrate their digital hygrometer using a smart phone.

No back to all the posts about fruit and salads.