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Empire Glassworks hasn’t been on the scene very long, but they’ve managed to make a name for themselves. They are producing some of the leading themed glass pieces and functional art in the world. There is a lot to know about Empire Glassworks.
Let’s take a look at who they are, where they came from, and what makes their glass so unique. If you happen to be in the market for some glass, SMOKEA® also takes a look at some of Empire Glassworks' smoking accessories, as well as figure out what type of pipe may be right for your next piece.
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- GreenGreen
- OrangeOrange
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- PurplePurple
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- YellowYellow
- Banger Hanger
- Decal/Logo
- Glass Marbles
- Glow in the Dark/Blacklight
- Made in USA
- Recycler
- Rollstop
- Sandblasted
- Standing
- Stemless
- Themed
Empire Glassworks Spam Musubi Pipe
$68.00
If you're a sushi lover, look no further than Empire Glassworks' newest Sushi-themed pipes. The Spam Musubi Pipe is themed after the Hawaiian delicacy featuring grilled Spam on top of white rice and wrapped in seaweed. Just like this delicious snack, this pipe is carefully handmade with attention to detail and great artwork. Made of high quality...
Empire Glassworks Small East Australian Current Spoon Pipe
$68.00
Introducing the Small East Australian Current Pipe from Empire Glassworks. Part of the ecosystem collection - each pipe perfectly depicts and emphasizes the conservation of a specific at risk habitat. This particular spoon features a progressive family of turtles and their colorful reef guest as they journey on the East Australian Current. Hand ...
Empire Glassworks "Agent Orange" Hand Pipe
$68.00
Empire Glassworks is one of the most unique glassblowing companies around today. Their attention to detail and creativity is shown in every hand blown piece. Empire Glassworks products are made of the highest quality glass, by owning a piece from Empire Glassworks you can be confident you've bought a unique, hand-crafted, American made piece. Th...
Empire Glassworks Penis Spoon Hand Pipe
$40.00
There's not much to say about Empire Glassworks unique Penis Hand Pipes except that they're extremely detailed just like any product made by Empire. This hand pipe has a flat base so it can be stood up. Makes a great gag gift for any smoker or bachelorette! Detailed Penis Design Standing Design High Quality Glass Made in the USA Length: 4" Widt...
Empire Glassworks Mini East Australian Current Recycler Rig
$212.00
Every piece from Empire Glassworks is hand crafted and it really shows with pieces like the East Australian Current Recycler. The attention to detail in the artwork shines without sacrificing on function. It features a straight tube design with recycling function to constantly filter your water for smoother rips. This dab rig is complete with an...
Empire Glassworks Mini Mushroom Recycler Rig
$212.00
Every piece from Empire Glassworks is hand crafted and it really shows with pieces like the Mushroom Recycler. The attention to detail in the artwork shines without sacrificing on function. It features a straight tube design with recycling function to constantly filter your water for smoother rips. This dab rig is complete with an Empire Glasswo...
Empire Glassworks Mini Save the Bees Recycler Rig
$212.00
Every piece from Empire Glassworks is hand crafted and it really shows with pieces like the Save the Bees Recycler. The attention to detail in the artwork shines without sacrificing on function. It features a straight tube design with recycling function to constantly filter your water for smoother rips. This dab rig is complete with an Empire Gl...
Empire Glassworks Icy Strawberry Cucumber Detox Bong
$160.00
Cool down with the newest addition to the Empire Glassworks Detox line of water pipes. This icy strawberry and cucumber detox drink-themed bong is a true testament to the level of skill and artistry from the Empire Glassworks team. Designed with a 14mm ground joint on a reinforced banger hanger the ground joint leads down and out into the main c...
Empire Glassworks "Boobies" Hand Pipe
$60.00
Empire Glassworks is known for their unique, American-made themed pipes and this "Boobies" hand pipe is exactly that. This piece shows the talent and attention to detail given to every Empire Glassworks pipe. The themed boob design is a piece that is sure to be a show stopper and get some attention in your glass collection. Made on pink borosili...
Empire Glassworks Sunflower Sherlock Pipe
$72.00
Bring some sunshine into your life no matter the time of year with this brilliantly designs Sunflower Sherlock pipe from Empire Glassworks. Empire Glassworks pieces showcase extreme craftsmanship and attention to detail and are hand blown right here in the USA. This unique Sunflower Sherlock features a deep herb bowl surrounded by sunflower peda...
Empire Glassworks Shrimp Nigiri Hand Pipe
$80.00
If you love sushi, it's time to check out Empire Glassworks' new line of sushi-themed pipes. The Shrimp Nigiri Hand Pipe showcases amazing glass artwork featuring a large shrimp rested on white rice and wrapped in seaweed. The pipe features a bowl on the rice with a shrimp mouthpiece and left sided carb. Made in the USA with high quality borosil...
Empire Glassworks Avocado Chillum
$60.00
This extremely unique fruit-themed chillum is a testament to the attention to detail and craftsmanship by the artists at Empire Glassworks. The Avocado Glass Chillum features a unique textured body that feels similar to a real avocado. The top of the pipe features a green body and a bowl built in to the front of the pipe. Made with high quality ...
Empire Glassworks "Kittylight" Chillum
$40.00
Empire Glassworks is known for their unique, themed pipes and this one is definitely no exception. Themed after that well-recognized toy that sits in the bedside drawer, this "Kittylight" chillum makes a great gag or bachelor party gift. Made in the USA with high quality black and pink borosilicate glass. Themed Chillum High Quality Borosilicat...
Empire Glassworks Small Mother of Dragons Spoon Pipe
$44.00
While looking at any Empire Glasswork's hand pipe you'll immediately be drawn to the intricate artwork and attention to detail and the Mother of Dragons Pipe is no exception. Themed after the rightful ruler of the seven kingdoms, this spoon pays tribute to our precious dragon queen, her three children, and the armed forces that enact her will. A...
Empire Glassworks Small Garden Critters Spoon Pipe
$68.00
Introducing the Small Garden Critters Pipe from Empire Glassworks. Part of the ecosystem collection - each pipe perfectly depicts and emphasizes the conservation of a specific at risk habitat. This particular spoon features a vine wrapped around a mossy log garnished with colorful flowers and a plethora of adorable garden critters. Hand blown in...
Empire Glassworks Small Great Barrier Reef Spoon Pipe
$68.00
Introducing the Small Great Barrier Reef Pipe from Empire Glassworks. Part of the ecosystem collection - each pipe perfectly depicts and emphasizes the conservation of a specific at risk habitat. This particular spoon features the Great Barrier Reef in all of her coral glory with a plethora of her adorable inhabitants. Hand blown in the USA with...
Empire Glassworks Small Ribbit Spoon Pipe
$68.00
Introducing the Small Ribbit Pipe from Empire Glassworks. Part of the ecosystem collection - each pipe perfectly depicts and emphasizes the conservation of a specific at risk habitat. This particular spoon features sibling toads as they bask in the sun on their lily pads and enjoy a colorful lunch. Hand blown in the USA with high quality borosil...
Empire Glassworks Small Bug's Life Spoon Pipe
$68.00
The Bug's Life Pipe from Empire Glassworks is part of their spoon ecosystem collection that each perfectly depicts and emphasizes the conservation of a specific at risk habitat. The themed hand pipe features extremely detailed lampwork that can only be achieved by highly skilled glassblowers. This particular spoon features a mossy log garnished ...
Empire Glassworks Small Hootie's Forest Spoon Pipe
$68.00
The Hootie's Forest Spoon Pipe from Empire Glassworks is part of their spoon ecosystem collection that each perfectly depicts and emphasizes the conservation of a specific at risk habitat. The themed hand pipe features extremely detailed lampwork that can only be achieved by highly skilled glassblowers. This particular spoon features a mother ow...
Empire Glassworks Small Climbing Pandas Spoon Pipe
$68.00
The Small Climbing Pandas Spoon showcases the ecosystem theme of many of Empire Glassworks' spoons with intricate detail and figurine work. These ecosystem spoons all perfectly depict and emphasize the conservation of a specific at risk habitat. The Climbing Pandas Spoon features a yin & yang emblem and sibling panda cubs having a nutritious...
Empire Glassworks Small Kraken Spoon Pipe
$68.00
The Small Kraken Spoon Pipe by Empire Glassworks is yet another testament to their lampwork mastery. The Kraken Spoon features a clever, yet troublesome ocean dwelling creature and his lunch set in the monster's precious and vibrant under-sea ecosystem. Made in the USA with high quality borosilcate glass. Borosilicate Glass Intricate, Themed Fi...
Empire Glassworks Eggplant Hand Pipe
$64.00
That's right, it's the eggplant emoji in smoking form. From Empire Glassworks the Eggplant hand pipe is yet another testament to the attention to detail and creativity from their skilled glassblowers. Each piece is made with purple glass and features a green stem mouthpiece. Made in the USA on high quality borosilicate glass and measuring approx...
Empire Glassworks "Sprinkle Cone" Hand Pipe
$68.00
Cool down with this tasty treat from Empire Glassworks. The Sprinkle Cone Hand Pipe is an ice cream themed hand pipe made by Empire's talented glassblowers right here in the USA. Featuring a brown ice cream cone body, white ice cream cone bowl and topped with sprinkle accents. By owning a piece from Empire Glassworks you can be confident you've ...
Empire Glassworks "Scary Terry" Hand Pipe
$44.00
He's a pickle! The Scary Terry glass hand pipe from Empire Glassworks is a stunningly designed themed character hand pipe that will always bring a smile to your face. It features a green body, small glass marbles and facial artwork. By owning a piece from Empire Glassworks you can be confident you've bought a unique, hand-crafted, American made ...
About Empire Glassworks
Empire Glassworks is a glass manufacturer that first hit the scene in 2013, in Placentia “P-Town”, California, roughly an hour south of the Los Angeles metro area. While the company has only been around for a short time, the owners and employees of Empire Glassworks have more than four decades of combined experience making hand-crafted artisanal glass pipes.
Empire Glassworks specializes in the production of bongs, chillums, dab rigs, sherlocks, specialty pipes, and spoons. However, they also use their expertise to create top-tier glass accessories like dabbers, slides, and matched dab sets. One of the biggest reasons people seek out Empire Glassworks is their legendary attention to detail, another being the unbound creativity that goes into their pieces.
These reasons and a long list of others are why Empire Glassworks has become one of the most beloved, and highest-rated, glass companies in the US.
Where Is Empire Glass Created?
One of the biggest concerns for Empire Glassworks is bringing the level of quality and creativity that people have come to expect from them. This means that while a large portion of the glass supplied by Empire Glassworks is produced in the US, they also rely on the creativity and skill of many European glass artists as well.
So, while Empire Glassworks is an American-based company, they feature glass made by highly skilled glassblowers from both domestic and international countries.
Why Is Empire Glass So Unique?
Empire Glassworks is considered incredibly unique in the glass pipe industry because of its consistent use of dichroic glass in conjunction with the super-strong borosilicate that has become the industry standard. This gives their glass pipes an appearance like nothing else and allows them to show off their creativity and craftsmanship.
What Is Dichroic Glass?
Dichroic glass, commonly known as “dichro”, is a type of glass that will display different colors based on the lighting conditions and the angle the piece is viewed at. It is made by sandwiching layers of oxidized metals, which are what give the glass its unique, color-changing appearance.
Dichroic glass was first pioneered by NASA, to augment the face shields of astronauts, but has since grown to see uses across many different industries. It is also used in the filming industry to limit the color spectra that are seen.
Types of Pipes Offered by Empire Glass Works
One of the best things about Empire Glassworks is the massive selection of glass pipes they have available. They have everything from one hitters and chillums, to pipes with more heft, like spoons and Sherlocks, and even heavy artillery like bongs and their famous themed dab rigs.
Themed Dab Rigs
The themed dab rigs available from Empire Glassworks are some of the most legit rigs you can buy today, and they have some absolutely beautiful themed designs as well.
The Save The Bees recycler features a bee-themed addition on the rig itself and the carb cap. The black and yellow contrast beautifully with the rich, amber honey.
Another popular rig is the East Australian Current recycler rig. It features a gorgeous jellyfish carb cap, and a gathering of several of the ocean friends found traveling the east Australian current.
Overall, their rig quality is hard to beat. They have simple, but elegant designs with beautiful artistic elements. The open percolator design and the straightforward design of the rigs mean they draw like a pencil and hit like a train. They are also incredibly easy to clean with our variety of cleaning options.
Bongs
While the Empire Glassworks dab rigs are often in the spotlight, they also make some incredible bongs. These are available in multiple designs and themes.
One super-popular pipe is a delicious Icy Strawberry Cucumber Detox bong. This refreshing number is created to resemble a frosty mug filled with a strawberry-cucumber mixture. The masterfully crafted cucumbers and strawberries match the vibe of the candy-stripe “straw”.
The glass-on-glass fit means you don’t have to worry about o-rings or broken slider stems, and provides a solid seal every time you spark it up.
Spoons
The spoon pipes are quite possibly one of the most extensive categories of pipes that Empire Glassworks has in its catalog. These pipes are your typical glass hand pipe, with a relatively bulbous bowl end, and a comparatively narrow draw stem. If you are a fan of spoons, Empire Glassworks is bound to have one that will speak to your soul.
There are gorgeous scene spoons like the Bug’s Life that feature a collection of tiny glass bugs, mushrooms, and flowers, all set among the dirt and grass-themed bowl. The Climbing Pandas showcases a pair of beautiful, bumbling panda bears that are climbing the bamboo forest backdrop.
For those who enjoy pipes that look like everyday objects, Empire Glassworks has you covered. They have multiple pipes that are designed to look just like fresh sushi, like their Shrimp Nigiri, Shrimp Handroll, and Spam Musubi pipes. Other pipes that look good enough to eat include the Sprinkle Cone, multiple Avocado pipes, and even a Hot Dog pipe.
If you want something a little spicier than that, they also have several adult-themed pipes. You can go for the Kittylight, the Eggplant, and many more!
What to Look for in a New Glass Piece
If you’re in the market for a new glass pipe, there are some things to take into consideration. Even though you may be shopping online, there are a few things to look at before committing.
First, be sure that you are looking at something that appeals to you. Then, assess the pipe’s shape to the best of your ability by looking at pictures. Then, be sure you are buying from a reputable company known for its quality. Finally, look at the bottom line, and the impact it’s going to have on your wallet.
Design
The design is going to be one of the most important things to consider. If you just wanted a plain bowl, you could get that at any shop that sells cheap overseas glass. However, since you’re browsing Empire Glassworks, the chances are good that you’re looking for a unique pipe that will stand out in your collection, and be a conversation piece in the next session.
Empire Glassworks has an insane amount of pipe designs that you can choose from, from fruit-themed pieces to pipes with a much more “adult” feel, and even pipes with fantasy and pop-culture elements. Be sure you’re choosing a piece that speaks to you.
Flow
The flow of the pipe is going to be difficult to assess online, but you should try. Nothing’s worse than looking at a pipe online and getting it shipped out, only to find that the carb is way too large or that the bowl is much too deep or too shallow.
If you think you found a design that you like, look at all of the pictures closely. Make sure you note the size of the carb, the depth of the bowl, and the overall shape and flow of the pipe. As long as you don’t see any glaring issues, it’s time to look into the company itself.
Quality
When you’re buying from some shady online smoke shop, you may be worried about quality, and with good reason. Too many companies are just selling cheap overseas imports that are generic in design and subpar in quality.
Buying Empire Glassworks pipes, however, is pretty straightforward since they have already gained a renowned reputation for their stellar quality with the finest imported glass.
Price
When you’re shopping Empire Glassworks, the price is much less of a concern than it may be with other manufacturers. Empire Glassworks pipes are priced much more reasonably than most brick-and-mortar shops would price their glass.
Affordable pipes that you find here would easily cost double that in most retail environments.
Empire Glassworks FAQ
Here are some answers to common questions asked regarding Empire Glassworks.
Where can I find an Empire Glassworks sale?
The best place to start is a quality online glass retailer that is authorized to sell Empire Glassworks products, like right here at SMOKEA®. We strive to provide you with the everyday low prices you want on the hottest pieces from Empire Glassworks.
Where is Empire Glassworks located?
The headquarters for Empire Glassworks is located in Placentia, California, where it was founded back in 2013.
Is Empire Glassworks American glass?
Although Empire Glassworks utilizes the torch flame process called "lampworking" by some of the leading American lampworking talents, they also leverage some of the best glass artists in Europe as well. This allows Empire Glassworks to bring some of the dankest glass pieces to market for you.
Is Empire Glassworks Made in the USA?
While a significant portion of Empire Glassworks’ glass products is made in the USA, some are sourced from leading European glass artists, so not all of the glass is made stateside.