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Homemade Tobacco vs a Cigar — What's the Real Difference?

Homemade Tobacco vs a Cigar — What's the Real Difference? I’m curing my homegrown tobacco by air curing—which basically means I hang the leaves in a well-ventilated space (like my shed or lanai) and let them slowly dry out over a few weeks. This process preserves the natural character of the leaf and keeps the flavors raw and earthy. But it’s just the beginning. The cigar I’m comparing it to? That went through an entire extra process called fermentation. After air curing, cigar tobacco is piled up and kept in controlled heat and humidity. This kicks off a natural fermentation that breaks down harsh compounds like ammonia, mellows the smoke, deepens the flavor, and brings out that smooth, classic cigar profile. So when I smoke my homemade air-cured tobacco, it’s strong, bold, and sometimes a little rough. It hasn’t gone through fermentation—yet. That’s why cigars taste so much smoother: they’ve had time to transform. Farm & Field Takeaway: If you’re growing your own tobacco, air curing gets you usable leaf, but fermentation unlocks the flavor potential. Think of it like drying vs. aging—two different steps, each with a purpose. You don’t need to ferment, but if you want that rich, smooth cigar quality, it’s worth learning.