Andrew Wike
Andrew Wike
Originally from the foothills of North Carolina, Andy grew up on a tobacco farm where he watched his great grandfather cure and prime Virginias as a boy. Naturally, he soon developed a love for pipes and pipe tobacco. After taking up the hobby full-time during his undergrad at UNC Chapel Hill, Andy searched for a way to consolidate his love for pipes and his ambitions as a writer and marketing specialist. Luckily his search led him across state lines to join us here at Smokingpipes.com.

As our Email Marketing Specialist, Andy's known for wearing many hats, and also for juggling a variety of responsibilities. In addition to writing newsletters and blogs, Andy's also responsible for coding up our emails and blogs, as well as researching, testing, and implementing cutting-edge marketing trends across a variety of platforms. Andy loves Spanish food, and since his return from Seville, Spain in 2012, has been tirelessly searching for jamón ibérico. When he’s not writing or coding, he enjoys gardening, tea sipping, coffee gulping, traveling, learning new languages, and watching his beard grow.

All Pipes Considered: Larry Roush
October 22, 2018 by Andrew Wike
In this episode of All Pipes Considered, Kaz and Chip discuss the work of American carver Larry Roush, including his background and pipemaking beginnings, muscular shaping style, stem materials, unique silverwork, and so much more. ... Read More

Tasting Notes: 5 Blends For Autumn 2018
October 19, 2018 by Andrew Wike
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In this episode of Tasting Notes, Shane offers five spectacular recommendations for your autumn rotation — all perfect for cooler weather. Here's the shortlist, but make sure to check out the video above for detailed reviews of each blend. ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: Kurt Balleby
October 15, 2018 by Andrew Wike
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In this episode of All Pipes Considered, Shane and I discuss the great Kurt Balleby, covering everything from his introduction into pipemaking and various influences to his nuanced and meticulous approach to the craft. Learn more about Balleby and his incredible work today. ... Read More

Briar To Binder: RoMa Craft Intemperance

October 11, 2018 by Andrew Wike
In this episode of Briar to Binder, Shane and Kaz tackle RoMa Craft's Intemperance BAXXI A.W.S. IV Lonsdale. Watch the video above for a complete review of the stick, as well as a really interesting comparison between it and some favorite pipe tobaccos out there. ... Read More

Father The Flame Premieres At Chicago International Film Festival
October 9, 2018 by Andrew Wike
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Chad Terpstra held a special screening of his pipesmoking documentary Father the Flame at the 2017 Chicagoland Pipe Show. But many of you have wondered what's going on with this project? When will it be released? ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: Michail Kyriazanos
September 7, 2018 by Andrew Wike
In this episode of All Pipes Considered, Kaz and I revisit some of the latest batches we've received from Michail Kyriazanos, in which the Greek carver returns to his roots with a range of stunning, artisanal renditions of classic English shapes. ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: Alexander Tupitsyn
September 5, 2018 by Andrew Wike
In this episode of All Pipes Considered, Kaz and I discuss the beautiful and exciting work of Alexander Tupitsyn, covering everything from the artisan's major influences, overall shaping style, and range of expert finishes. ... Read More

Mystery Review: August 2018
August 31, 2018 by Andrew Wike
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In this month's Mystery Review video, Shane, Chip, and I put our heads together and try to determine which tobacco our Inquisitor Adam O'Neill picked for us. Adam surely thought to stump us from across the pond, but all things considered, we really didn't do that bad. ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: Ernie Markle
August 27, 2018 by Andrew Wike
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In this episode of All Pipes Considered, Chip Kushner and I discuss Ernie Markle pipes, covering everything from the American artisan's penchant for shaping to the extreme care he takes with his finishes and overall execution. ... Read More

How To Use The Cigar Locator
August 20, 2018 by Andrew Wike
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The Cigar Locator is a brand new feature that allows you to filter all of our cigars by criteria that you select. Learn how to use the new tool, as well as its many features, in this detailed tutorial video. ... Read More