Dan Milburn 
Why Bleeding/Purging Torches Matters Nothing disrupts a cigar session like a torch lighter that sputters or won’t ignite, leaving your Robusto or Corona with an uneven burn. If your lighter’s flame is weak or inconsistent, air pockets in the fuel tank are often to blame. Knowing how to bleed a butane lighter is a must … Read more
5 Fixes for Torch Lighters that won’t stay lit Few things are more frustrating than a torch lighter that flickers or dies mid-cigar, leaving your Robusto or Churchill with an uneven burn. If you’re wondering why won’t my torch lighter stay lit, you’re not alone—cigar smokers often face this issue, especially with high-end lighters like … Read more
Finding the most reliable torch lighters A flickering or faulty lighter can ruin a perfect cigar moment, leaving you frustrated and your smoke uneven. For cigar enthusiasts, a reliable torch lighter is essential for consistent, clean burns, whether you’re toasting a Robusto in a lounge or a Churchill on a windy golf course. Reliability means … Read more
Updated: February 28, 2026 | By Dan Milburn I’ve spent the last 18 years dismantling, repairing, and—more often than I’d like to admit—throwing away torch lighters. If there is one thing I’ve learned from clearing out hundreds of clogged burners, it’s this: Your “broken” lighter isn’t actually broken; it’s just constipated. That’s why I’ve created … Read more
Single Jet Torch Lighters: Our Top 5 Nothing ruins a perfect cigar moment like a lighter that sputters or fails to deliver a precise flame. For cigar enthusiasts, single jet torch lighters are the ultimate tool for lighting small ring gauge cigars (42-50) or performing quick touch-ups without overpowering the tobacco. Whether you’re smoking on … Read more