Ammonia
Ammonia is present in freshly picked cigar tobacco. One of the main goals of curing and fermentation is to rid cigars of ammonia. Improperly cured and fermented cigars can have ammonia flavors, which results in a harsh, unpleasant smoke.
Ammonia is present in freshly picked cigar tobacco. One of the main goals of curing and fermentation is to rid cigars of ammonia. Improperly cured and fermented cigars can have ammonia flavors, which results in a harsh, unpleasant smoke.