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Paddy Larrigan's 100th Birthday

March 8, 2024 by Chuck Stanion

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It's difficult to imagine anyone who has more profoundly embodied and defined the workmanship and culture of Kapp & Peterson than Paddy Larrigan, who celebrated his 100th birthday on March 7th this month. Of those 100 years, he's spent most handcrafting pipes and training new craftspeople to do the same. Paddy was ... Read More

Smoke Rings: La Madrina Smokingpipes Exclusive

March 7, 2024 by Shane Ireland

Hey, everybody. I'm Shane Ireland. Welcome to another episode of Smoke Rings. I had the opportunity to talk with a very special guest, Mr. Ian Reith from Dapper Cigars. We discussed the Smokingpipes' exclusive La Madrina cigar, the first collaboration between Dapper and Smokingpipes. ... Read More

Top 10 Best-Selling Mac Baren Blends

March 6, 2024 by Kayla Ivan

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Mac Baren began in 1826 as a small snuff and chewing-tobacco production facility in Svendborg, Denmark. Originally dubbed S. Bønnelyckes Tobaksfabrik, the factory continued for 60 years with little renown before its proprietor lost ownership in a poker game in 1887. The winner, then, traded it to Harald Halberg for a horse ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: Erik Stokkebye Pipes

March 5, 2024 by Shane Ireland

Welcome to another episode of All Pipes Considered. I recently had the opportunity to speak with Erik Stokkebye about the 4th Generation brand and the pipes that evolved from his passion for tobacco. Watch our exclusive conversation and explore our array of Erik Stokkebye 4th Generation pipes, on-site now. ... Read More

Caldwell Cigar Company and Lost & Found Cigars Join Laudisi Enterprises

March 1, 2024 by Sykes Wilford

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Smokingpipes is pleased to announce that as of this morning, 3/1/24, Laudisi Enterprises has acquired boutique cigar companies Caldwell Cigar Co. and Lost & Found Cigars. Robert Caldwell and Juan Jaramillo, co-founders of Caldwell Cigar, will join Laudisi as shareholders and as part of the management team ... Read More

The Intriguing History and Superstitions of the Leap Year

February 29, 2024 by Kayla Ivan

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It's February 29th, making 2024 a Leap Year. The Leap Year is an incredible year for fans of the briar. An extra day to retreat into the comforts of our most cherished pipes and indulge in our favorite smokes is a splendid opportunity that only comes once every four years. The Leap Year, and Leap Days, have a complicated ... Read More

Mystery Cigar Review: February 2024

February 29, 2024 by Tyler Caldwell

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Welcome to another captivating episode of our continuing series, Mystery Cigar Review. Today we are smoking a mystery submission from guest inquisitor Jonás Santana of Blackbird Cigar Company. Having launched Blackbird in 2019, Jonas creates delectable cigars fitting for every palate backed by a brand ... Read More

Pipe-Smoking Desktop Backgrounds: March 2024

February 28, 2024 by Kayla Ivan

Our striking collection of pipe-smoking desktop backgrounds is in for March. As in previous months, this set includes some of our favorite shots and artwork, featuring nine unique images split between desktop and mobile orientations available for download in two high-resolution formats. Adorn your backgrounds with these aesthetic selections as we enter the spring. ... Read More

Tasting Notes: Small Batch Sansepolcro by Cornell & Diehl

February 27, 2024 by Shane Ireland

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Ciao, ragazzi. Welcome back, everyone, to another episode of Tasting Notes. Today, I'll be reviewing a tobacco that just feels like it was made for me personally — I'm talking about the latest edition of Cornell & Diehl's Small Batch: Sansepolcro. ... Read More

The Refinement of an Inspiring Tobacco: Sansepolcro

February 23, 2024 by Chuck Stanion