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A dozen years ago, late summer in 2006, I visited Lars Ivarsson for the first time. We'd met and spoken on a few occasions, but that day we spent hours together, in his workshop, over a fantastic lunch that he and his wife Annette cooked, just talking quietly, smoking our pipes as we looked out from his garden over the fjord that made his home one of the most beautiful places on earth.

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By now, you likely recognize the name Roman Kovalev, the idiosyncratic figure behind Doctor's Pipes. The former pediatric neurologist, race car builder and driver, distillery owner, and founder of a barista training system doesn't exactly lead a quiet life, and his pipes are no different.

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March 17th is just around the corner, and as always, Peterson is celebrating with a special St Patrick's Day edition — and accompanying tobacco. Join Shane and Rachel for another episode of All Pipes Considered as they take us through the offerings available on site now.

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In this episode of All Pipes Considered, Kaz and Adam sit down by the light of a flip phone to talk Sam Adebayo, including his start in pipe making, his influences and inspirations, and his impact on the international carving scene.

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In this Tasting Notes video, Shane circles back around to an old favorite, Escudo Navy De Luxe, a Virginia-Perique blend that's become the gold standard of the VaPer category.

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In this episode of All Pipes Considered, Shane, straight from his harrowing ordeal in suburban VT, is joined by Andy to talk about Vermont Freehand ... Read More

For our first ever episode of "Will It Grape" Adam takes on an old favorite, Capstan Blue, and promptly sullies it. For science!

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As anyone in our little office will tell you, I have a love (read: obsession) for Lakeland tobaccos. Whenever a customer calls to inquire about Gawith Hoggarth tobacco, I can always tell. Right after a representative's greeting I hear, "Well, let me transfer you over to Kaz." ... Read More

In this episode of All Pipes Considered, Shane and Daniel return for a second chat about Roman Kovalev's "Doctor's Pipes", including his new grading system, organic shaping, curved drilling, and crazy, crazy bamboo.

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In this Tasting Notes video, Shane reviews Mac Baren HH Vintage Syrian, a rich English blend of smooth Syrian Latakia, spicy Turkish, Virginias, and a pinch of Kentucky.

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