Andrew Wike

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

Tsuge's flagship Ikebana workshop has continued to grow over the past few years. The addition of Asami Kikuchi, for example, in November of 2013, marked a new stage for the world-renowned brand. ... Read More

Last year, around this time, Cornell & Diehl released the first installment of the Cellar Series — blends which, while ready to smoke right out of the tin, were specifically designed to increase in quality with time. ... Read More

There are some tobaccos which really can't be described using any other word than classic. These timeless mixtures have been passed down from generation to generation, leaving behind a legacy — a wide-spread recognition among pipe smokers new and veteran alike. ... Read More

Pete Prevost is an American pipe maker living in Nashville, Tennessee. Formerly a touring musician, Pete dived head-first into pipe making. It served him well, as he is now the Executive VP and Director of Production at BriarWorks International ... Read More

Ernie Markle is a great example of the new movement in American artisanal pipes. Now working full-time from his home in Pheonix, AZ, he's really cultivated his craft over the last few years. But what separates Ernie from other modern American carvers? ... Read More

We all love our vulcanite stems. They're softer than acrylic and just feel more natural in the jaw, but they do have a tendency to build stubborn oxidation over time. There are several ways to combat this, one of which is by using obsidian oil regularly in your rotation. ... Read More

Let's face it: we've seen a lot of Dunhills over the years. We've handled everything from dainty little Group 1 Apples to giant Magnums, and almost everything in between. Almost. ... Read More

Ser Jacopo is one of the quirkiest marques in the Pesaro school, pressing the whimsical aesthetic even further beyond the style's already playful manner. From the massive and reaching, to the lithe and sinuous, to the insane and seemingly impossible, there's simply no mistaking a Ser Jacopo pipe. Here's a quick look at just what makes the marque so recognizable and innovative: ... Read More

With our Mac Baren HH promo in full swing, I thought it was about time to revisit some of my favorite blends in this natural tobacco line. Being the Perique fiend that I am, I immediately reached for our communal tin of Acadian Perique. It's certainly not a new blend to me; in fact, it regularly makes its way into my rotation. ... Read More