Cigar Tasting Journal: Remember Every Cigar You Smoke
Quick answer: The Cigar Journal is a free tasting log: record notes and a rating for every cigar you smoke, build a searchable history of what you actually liked, and stop rebuying sticks that disappointed. It is web-based, free, and works on any phone or desktop.
How it works
- Create a free account and open the Cigar Journal.
- After a smoke, log the cigar with your notes and rating.
- Search your history before the next purchase to buy more of what you loved.
What goes in the journal
Notes and ratings per cigar
Capture flavor, body, burn, draw, and an overall rating while the smoke is fresh in your memory.
A searchable smoking history
Six months from now, know exactly which Nicaraguan robusto you loved and which one you gave away.
Linked to the catalog
Journal entries attach to real cigars from the CigarFinder database, so your notes carry the exact line and vitola.
Saved to your account
Your journal follows your login across devices. Free, with no download.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I write in a cigar journal?
The essentials: cigar name and vitola, date, flavor notes, body, burn and draw quality, what you paired it with, and whether you would buy it again. A rating out of 100 or 10 helps sort favorites later.
Is there a free cigar journal app?
Yes. The CigarFinder Cigar Journal is free with a free account and runs in any browser, so it works on iPhone, Android, and desktop without an install.
How is the journal different from cigar reviews?
Journal entries are your private notes tied to your account. If you want structured expert takes, the CigarFinder editorial team publishes public 100-point reviews separately.
Why keep a cigar journal at all?
Palates drift and memories blur. A journal turns years of smoking into a searchable record, which makes every future purchase better informed.