To keep your cigars that long will require some kind of maintenance, no way around it.

Instead of a traditional humidor, you can get by with a simple "tupperware" type container as long as it seals tightly.

As far as humidification, some shops sell humidification packets that you just tear open and place in your storage container. They last about 6 months and are probably the easiest.

Or, another thought would be purchasing a small plastic humidification unit to place in you storage container. These require an occaisional application of 50/50 humidification solution. They are the same as the ones that come with the wooden humidors. I think you can buy these separately.

Finally, I've heard that it is acceptable to keep cigars in the freezer. I think this is mainly to kill bugs that can infest tobacco. Not sure how long they will last this way, nor how they should be stored.


Scott