In a recent TikTok video from The Cigar Guys, Alex Gonzalez showcases some of the guys’ favorite cigar lighters including different torch and soft flame options.
The Plasencia Pen Lighter
This first lighter is a fully functioning pen with a small, single torch lighter on the top. This lighter is perfect for keeping a low profile or as a backup incase you forget your main lighter. The only issue with this particular lighter is that it is hard to light a full size cigar. It takes a long time to get the foot fully toasted and the pen gets hot rather quickly. We recommend using this lighter for small ring gauges like lanceros or cigarillos.
Xikar Dual Flame Torch
This ultra reliable dual torch flame lighter by Xikar is the perfect on-the-go tool for lighting cigars. The dual flame is the perfect blend of precision and efficiency for toasting the entire foot of the cigar. This lighter will last a lifetime. However, if you run into issues, send it back to Xikar for a brand new lighter.
Xikar Quad Flame Tabletop Torch
This “camera lens” style, quad flame tabletop lighter comes with a large fuel tank, allowing you to light many cigars without having to refill. The four torch flames help ensure the foot is evenly toasted while lighting. Just be sure to not move the flame too close to your cigar to avoid burning the outer wrapper.
VEXO-Mini4 Torch Lighter
Another quad flame that can be used as a tabletop or on-the-go lighter. Like the Xikar tabletop, it has the quad flame efficiency to light your cigars with ease. However, it is still small enough to throw in your pocket or travel humidor.
Mini Gold Gun Lighter
Our personal favorite, the single torch gun lighter, is perfect for precision and accuracy when lighting your cigar. The fuel tank is deceptively large enough where you won’t have to refill after every light. It is compact and sleek in design, perfect for almost any cigar outing. Just be mindful when waving this one around.
S.T. Dupont L1 Vintage
A glimpse into the past. This vintage Line 1 lighter from S.T. Dupont is a butane soft flame lighter. While it does take longer, this is arguably the most pure way to light your cigar, avoiding overheating or burning the outer wrapper.
S.T. Dupont Gold Dual Soft Flame
Much like the line one, this S.T. Dupont uses two soft flames to help with efficiency. Very luxurious, quite a statement piece. Just be sure to be extra vigilant when carrying this lighter to avoid loss or theft.
Which lighter is your favorite?
Let us know in the comments which lighter from this list is your favorite. Also let us know what lighter you currently use at home or out and about.
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