I've been smoking a pipe for a few years now. I first started smoking cigars a few years before pipes, and I rarely smoke cigars now. I'm not an expert.
My reviews are based on briar pipes. If I try a blend in a corn cob, I'll make mention of it. I like all kinds of blends. I'll rate a blend as 'highly recommended' if I really enjoy it, and I have found it to be unique in its class (blend type).