McConnell

We here at Smokingpipes obviously have a passion for pipes and fine tobacco, so it's expected that we should have some favorites. Therefore, in the spirit of broadening the horizons of others, I am proud to present our first Employee Spotlight on Pipe Tobaccos, where members of our intrepid staff give insights into their tastes ... Read More

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

In this very special Tasting Notes video, Shane takes us through his fall rotation to show us the five blends he'll be smoking this autumn.

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Remember those high-resolution, pipe-smoking desktop backgrounds we posted a while back? It's been a minute, and we've had a lot of content since then, so we thought it high time to push out some more to you kind folks. ... Read More

Whether you're interested in blending your own pipe tobacco or just want to better understand some of your life-long favorite mixtures, it's important to know what each component brings to the table and how it interacts with the other leaves in your blend. Many of you likely already know the differences in flavor between ... Read More

​McConnell's Scottish Flake and Scottish Cake have been long-time favorites of mine. They're well-represented in my cellar, and I find myself reaching for these blends often (especially the Flake), even after years of enjoying them. But it recently occurred to me that I've never given Scottish Blend (by the same marque) a fair shake. ... Read More

For us all-day pipe smokers, choosing which tobaccos to smoke can sometimes be a daunting and slightly overwhelming task. We have certain blends we prefer in the morning, some we save for after lunch, and those specifically reserved for the wee evening and late night hours. Think of it as a batting line-up. ... Read More