I haven't even been drinking and found this followup post to your original absolutely hilarious. On the topic... I agree with setting the entire pipe aside for a day or so in low humidy (AC) conditions and just trying again. If still no go right away then just dump it and in the future dry well in advance after rubbing it out etc...Putting out some more of the Byronic Slices now to dry. Will smoke during 2024 presidential election.