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Welcome to another episode of "All Pipes Considered." In this edition, Truett Smith and myself will be diving into GH.ZHANG, a unique pipe maker with shapes designed by artisans from around the world, resulting in a collaborative relationship between factory and artisan. ... Read More

Today, we're going to be talking about packing for summer travel as a pipe smoker. Packing as a pipe smoker can be tricky, especially if you have a collection and a cellar like mine from which you aren't sure what to bring. Maybe you don't even have what you need to bring. Let's discuss some general tips and advice on ... Read More

For many pipe smokers around the world, the morning begins with a cup of coffee and a bowl of their favorite tobacco. While some are content with their Maxwell House and Folgers, others pursue the greatest cup of coffee possible to accompany their morning pipe. I'm partial to the plight of those seeking the perfect ... Read More

Burley tobacco has been with us since 1864, when a tobacco grower named George Webb planted some seeds from Bracken County, Kentucky, on his land in Ohio and found that the leaves were lighter in color and responded well to air curing, resulting in an exciting new varietal. Three years later, he sold a crop of the new tobacco: 20,000 pounds of it, and it has been consequential ever since, grown throughout what would become known as the Eight State Burley Belt. ... Read More

Welcome to another episode of "Tasting Notes." Today, I have the great pleasure of discussing the most recent iteration of one of Cornell & Diehl's most popular Small Batch products, Eight State Burley. ... Read More

Grandpa and the 10 Tobys (all of his dogs were named Toby) agreed on almost everything. The Tobys were always accommodating and excited whenever Grandpa was ready for a hike or some hunting, and they liked to help with any project he might be working on for his small farm, from tractor repairs ... Read More

The artistry behind pipe making is a true testament to the talents of pipe makers who strive for perfection in their craft. As July begins with striking fireworks and barbecues aplenty, we are delighted to share eight dynamic images, split between desktop and mobile orientations, available for download ... Read More

Nicotine has been demonized in virtually every culture, perhaps with good reason. As every pipe smoker knows, it has some benefits. We enjoy pipe smoking for the flavors, for the relaxing aspects of smoke rising around us, for the craftsmanship and history of the pipes, for the rituals of smoking, and, it must be ... Read More

Welcome to another riveting installment of Mystery Review, a monthly series in which our panel of experts attempts to identify a mysterious cigar. This month's inquisitor is Erik Espinosa of Espinosa Cigars. Will his mystery cigar stump us, or will we define what we are smoking with ease? Join us ... Read More

Summer is in full swing and between the busy schedule of friendly BBQs, hitting the pool, and lounging in the sun, it's important to cool off in the evening with a quality cigar and an ice-cold drink. Every week on our Instagram (Cigarsatsmokingpipes), we choose a cigar of the week to make picking your summer smoke a little easier. Here's our recommendations for June. ... Read More