Cigar Tobacco: Curing and Fermentation

This video will explain and illustrate the complex processes of curing and fermentation of dark tobacco (i.e., tobacco used for making premium cigars). Curing and Fermentation are critical aspects of the production of premium cigars. Curing removes moisture and chlorophyll from the leaves while at the same time fixing the sugars in the tobacco. Fermentation rids the tobacco of noxious chemicals like ammonia and develops the smooth, rich flavors that will be present in the finished cigar. This video is a re