Aging cigars is a matter of personal preference, however there are some general guidelines that can be used. The most important factor in aging cigars is the storage environment. Ideally, you should store your cigars at an average temperature of 68-70°F and a relative humidity of 70%. This will ensure that your cigars age slowly and evenly over time.
The amount of time you should age your cigars depends on several factors including size, wrapper type, blend and origin. Generally speaking, small to medium-sized cigar such as Coronas or Robustos tend to improve with only 2-3 months of aging while larger ring gauge sizes may need up to 6 months or longer for their flavors to fully develop. Cigars with Maduro wrappers often benefit from more extended aging than those with natural wrappers due to their higher oil content. Cuban-style blends usually require more aging than non-Cuban blends since they tend to be stronger in flavor and body.
Ultimately, how long you choose to age your cigars is up to you – experiment by sampling them after different amounts of time until you find the perfect balance between flavor and strength for your taste preferences.