Yes, you can stop a cigar from burning.
While you can't instantly halt a cigar mid-puff, the burning will cease if you stop actively puffing on it and allow it to rest untouched. Here's how it works, incorporating the information from the provided reference:
How to Stop a Cigar From Burning
The best method is a natural one:
- Let It Rest: The most recommended way to "stop" a cigar is to simply place it in an ashtray and let it extinguish on its own. (Reference: 14-May-2022)
- Starve it of Oxygen: When you stop puffing air through the cigar, it will gradually stop burning as it's deprived of oxygen. (Reference: 14-May-2022)
- Time Required: This natural extinguishing process usually takes a few minutes. (Reference: 14-May-2022)
Why This Method Works
Unlike cigarettes, cigars are designed to be enjoyed slowly, allowing them to self-extinguish. The tightly packed tobacco and lack of additives mean that without continuous drawing of air (and thus, oxygen), the burning will cease.
