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The First Pipe-Tobacco Humidor

January 23, 2025 by Shane Ireland

I 'm excited to be chatting with Erik Stokkebye about his latest unique project from the 4th Generation brand: pipe-tobacco humidors, now available on-site. With only 75 pieces made, all featuring two handblown glass jars and two dynamic tobacco blends ... Read More

All Pipes Considered New Savinelli Pipes For 2025

January 22, 2025 by Andrew Wike

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In this episode of All Pipes Considered, I'm back again this year with Kaz Walters to discuss Savinell's new series for 2025. With six unique lines joining the Italian marque's illustrious portfolio — Bosco, Sasso, Colombina, Dune, Whisky, and the Collection 2025 — there are plenty of stunning designs and intriguing shapes to discover from these new additions. These new Savinelli pipes are now available ... Read More

In Appreciation of the New 2025 Savinelli Pipes

January 17, 2025 by Rose Kiser

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Savinelli is one of the oldest and most respected marques in pipe making. They've been in the pipe and tobacco game since 1876 and they've been operating their pipe factory since 1948. Every year since then, they've pushed the boundaries of aesthetically pleasing pipes that are built to be smoked for generations. I'm rather fond of Savinelli pipes — they've made up the bulk of my non-estate purchases over the years due to their quality, aesthetic, and price. My beloved ... Read More

Codger Country: Borkum Riff Bourbon Whiskey

January 16, 2025 by Rose Kiser

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Welcome to Codger Country, the series where we'll be smoking every Codger blend we can and ranking them in an effort to find the "definitive" Codger blend. From Carter Hall to Super Value, we're giving them all a fair shake. Today, we're taking a look at Borkum Riff Bourbon Whiskey pipe tobacco, which if the old ads are to be believed, will be "Smooth Sailing with Borkum Riff." ... Read More

10 Sleeper Blends From Cornell & Diehl

January 16, 2025 by Kayla Ivan

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We're fans of sharing our top blends here on the Daily Reader. Whether we're talking about the most popular English blends to our perfect smokes for the season, we want to share some quality smokes with you. The number of blends we have on-site can be overwhelming, so today I'd like to share some of what I think are the most underrated blends from Cornell & Diehl. Whether you're new to pipe smoking or are a seasoned veteran of the briar, take a look at some of my favorite sleeper blends and see how many you've enjoyed. ... Read More

Tasting Notes: Firebird Flake

January 14, 2025 by Shane Ireland

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Welcome to our first episode of Tasting Notes for 2025! I have something really special and singular to discuss today: Cornell & Diehl's Small Batch Firebird Flake, the latest Small Batch release, available now. ... Read More

Smoke Rings: Lost and Found Lost Reserve Cigars

January 10, 2025 by Stephen Mawby

In this episode of "Smoke Rings," Alan Britt and I chat about the latest release from Lost and Found: Lost Reserve cigars, now available on-site in highly limited quantities. Learn more about these coveted cigars utilizing a special blend previously unavailable outside of William Ventura's personal stash. ... Read More

2025 Pipe-Smoking Resolutions

January 10, 2025 by Kayla Ivan

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A new year calls for new goals. More time spent reading, less time on our devices, more exercise, less sugar. The list can go on and on. Here on the Daily Reader, we like to share the resolutions in pipe smoking from some of the faces behind our company. Their responses were thoughtful and might provide you with some inspiration for your own pipe-smoking resolutions in 2025. ... Read More

Lee Van Cleef: Beady-Eyed Villain and Pipe Smoker

January 10, 2025 by Rose Kiser

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When I was a young girl, I had an uncle who was obsessed with spaghetti westerns. His entire man cave looked like a set from Bonanza and on the rare occasion that we visited, he would talk about whatever spaghetti western was on the tube. I don't remember a lot from these visits but I do remember one with him showing me the standoff between Clint Eastwood, Eli Wallach, and the unforgettable Lee Van Cleef in The Good, the Bad, and The Ugly. Lee's beady eyes ... Read More

Smoke Rings: Toscano Cigar and Drink Pairing

January 9, 2025 by Shane Ireland

I had the unique opportunity to sit down with Michael Cappellini, North American Brand Ambassador of Toscano Cigars, and try Master Aged number 3 from Toscano with a tasty beverage paired. We hope you'll try this step-by-step experience with your favorite Toscano cigars and enjoy this unique episode of "Smoke Rings." ... Read More

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