An Interview with Russ Ouellette, Tobacconist Extraordinare

 

Not Russ Ouellette

(Smoking Jacket) With an illustrious career as perhaps one of the world’s premiere tobacconists, it was my pleasure to interview Russ Ouellette for our special feature.  You’ve probably tasted at least one of his blends if your interest in the fine hobby of pipe smoking has taken you away from over-the-counter brands; with more than 25 years worth of experience in his field, he is one of the most highly in-demand tobacconists in the world.  I know that I even I, personally as an only-occasionally pipe smoker, have sampled and enjoyed a few of his many creations. Continued