Wedding Wednesdays: Don't Puff, Puff, Pass Up on Having a Cigar Bar at Your Reception

Looking for a unique reception activity your guests will love? A cigar bar is the perfect fun and sophisticated amenity they'll definitely enjoy. Seriously, you won't want to puff, puff, pass up those celebratory cigar photo opps! Here's some need-to-know info from The Knot to help you pull it off and impress your guests.

If the Cigar Fits
In terms of picking the right cigar, remember not to over-commit. The Knot suggests that you keep the length below six inches and the ring gauge between 46 and 52. This keeps the smoking time short, which is important so your guests remember to come back inside and enjoy the party.

Location Is Key
You may want to place your cigar bar in a somewhat secluded or private space, so guests who don't want to participate can abstain without feeling uncomfortable or smell the smoke. Find a discreet spot positioned away from patio doors or kid-friendly areas.

Perfect Pair
And now for the fun part—drink pairings! We all know from classic flicks that nothing is more suitable for a cigar than a well-aged glass of scotch, but The Knot offers a few other options. Enjoy a dark spirit, or dark-spirit-based cocktail, like a Manhattan, with bolder, richer cigars. Conversely, sip on lighter, more brightly flavored cocktails, like wine and beer, to complement mellower cigars. You can also hire a tobacconist to guide your guests through their cigar and drink experience—how cool is that?

Bang for Your Buck
Premium cigars cost anywhere from $5 to $25 and up. And if you're looking for a cigar bar that's a little more cost-effective, The Knot recommends a DIY option, which includes buying the cigars, then printing out your own tasting cards that describe each one's distinctive qualities.

Consider including some celebratory cigars and devour the details of impressing your guests with this fun reception activity!