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Prehistoric Pipe Tobacco: New Discoveries Light Up the Past

July 27, 2022 by Gabriel Bass

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It's no secret that people have been using tobacco for a long time, but just how long has it been, and what were they doing with it? Recent archeological finds are providing priceless insight into these and other questions with potentially paradigm-shifting implications. ... Read More

Innovation Squared: Werner Mummert

July 22, 2022 by Chuck Stanion

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Unless already achieved, the ambition of every pipe carver is to develop a style that is easily recognizable, something widely admired and theirs alone. That's the saying at pipe shows: "You can recognize it from across the room." If a style is easy to identify, then it has already attracted attention. ... Read More

Mystery Tobacco Review: July 2022

July 21, 2022 by Andrew Wike

For this month's episode, we asked one of our copywriters John McElheny to select one unknown blend for us to review in a blind taste-test. John's been a pipe and cigar smoker for many years now, so we knew his cellar was deep, but how deep? Tune in as Shane, Truett, and I smoke through a bowl of John's chosen mixture ... Read More

Best Cigars for Beginners

July 20, 2022 by John McElheny

Compared to the selection available a century ago, the present wealth of cigars on the market now is extremely intimidating, and it's not inaccurate to say that we're presently experiencing something of a cigar renaissance within the industry. Given the magnitude of the brands and blends now available, a blossoming cigar smoker can feel ... Read More

A Closer Look at the 2022 American Pipe-Making Exposition

July 15, 2022 by Shane Ireland

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For this year's American Pipe-Making Exposition, we gave the carvers a broad scope, a vast canvas on which to play and experiment. Crafting a pipe with Calabash or reverse Calabash functionality is extremely difficult, but the most successful creative work often originates from the hardest challenges. These American carvers were up to the task, however, as this year's submissions are truly exceptional. ... Read More

Vulcanite vs Acrylic Pipe Stems: What's Right for You?

July 14, 2022 by Davin Hylton

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While pipe smokers are a friendly lot, pipe smoking as a whole inspires serious debate and discussion. Much of the contention can be attributed to the passion the hobby elicits as well as the sheer diversity of options available. The merits of various shapes, artisans, tobaccos, finishes, etc. are always considered and weighed, and comparison inevitably arises ... Read More

Tasting Notes: Cornell & Diehl Anthology 1992-2022

July 13, 2022 by Shane Ireland

Welcome back to Tasting Notes, everyone. For today's episode, we've got something incredibly special in store for you. I'm here with head blender Jeremy Reeves to discuss an exciting new addition to the Cornell & Diehl portfolio: Anthology 1992-2022. This "Greatest Hits" mixture celebrates C&D's 30th Anniversary and features many recognizable grades from such iconic blends as Carolina Red Flake, ... Read More

Anthology 1992-2022: 30 Years of Tobacco Excellence

July 8, 2022 by Chuck Stanion

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Much can be achieved in 30 years: the mastering of an instrument, expertise in a complex profession, or even the perfection of an artisan craft. Cornell & Diehl, celebrating its 30-year anniversary in 2022, has achieved much as well, studying, practicing, performing, and becoming one of the premier pipe tobacco companies in the ... Read More

Tasting Notes: Low Country Santee

July 7, 2022 by Shane Ireland

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Welcome back to another episode of Tasting Notes! If you've been following this series recently, you should know that I've been slowly working my way through the entire Low Country line, and today I continue that journey with an in-depth review of Low Country's Santee — a delicious, tobacco-forward crossover blend that can and should be enjoyed by just about everyone. ... Read More

Pipe Smoking Desktop Backgrounds: July 2022

July 4, 2022 by Andrew Wike

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It's time for another round of beautiful pipe smoking desktop backgrounds! As in previous months, we've compiled some of our favorite shots and artwork to share with you. Below you'll find ten unique images, split between desktop and mobile orientations and available for download in two high-resolution formats. They're ready for you to use however you'd like. Feel free to download and set them as your desktop or phone background, or print them out and hang 'em on your wall. ... Read More

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Prehistoric Pipe Tobacco: New Discoveries Light Up the Past

Innovation Squared: Werner Mummert

Mystery Tobacco Review: July 2022

Best Cigars for Beginners

A Closer Look at the 2022 American Pipe-Making Exposition

Vulcanite vs Acrylic Pipe Stems: What's Right for You?

Tasting Notes: Cornell & Diehl Anthology 1992-2022

Anthology 1992-2022: 30 Years of Tobacco Excellence

Tasting Notes: Low Country Santee

Pipe Smoking Desktop Backgrounds: July 2022

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