It is normal to point the cigarette holder at the other side when handing out cigarettes, because the other side can smoke directly after receiving the cigarette holder. If the cut tobacco is aimed at the other side, it is disrespectful, because the other side needs to turn the cigarette around before smoking.
Etiquette details of handing and receiving cigarettes
If you are handing cigarettes to your elders, you need to hold a cigarette case in one hand, gently pop up or take out three or four cigarettes in the other hand, and offer them in both hands to show your respect. If you are handing cigarettes to colleagues or friends, you can take out two or three cigarettes with your usual hands and hand them to them from the side of cigarette butts.
Remember, on the occasion of offering cigarettes to others, you must not just give one cigarette, but you need to give two. When smoking cigarettes for a lot of people, you need to add another one after handing out one, and you should always keep two cigarettes in your hand.
There is another situation that needs attention. There are many people at the party. If you can't guarantee that everyone can have one, try not to smoke. In addition, we should pay attention to the order of handing out cigarettes on occasions, first to elders or more distinguished people, and then to others in turn.