PCA Trade Show 2023

Nick makes a stop by the Toscano Cigar booth at the PCA trade Show to talk to Michael of Toscano Cigars to figure out how they make an ugly little cigar so enjoyable. It’s Italian tobacco like you never expected. Michael asked us to take a walk around the booth. We did our best and apologize if the video is shaky, but the message is clear. Try Toscano Cigars!

James stops by the Cigar Luggage booth during the PCA 2023 Trade Show and speaks with founder Danny Jackson. Danny talks about how they got started, their partnership with Saddleback Leather and shows off the craftsmanship that goes into making their product.

James drops by the Casdagli booth at the PCA Trade Show to speak with Hendrik Kelner Jr. of Kelner Boutique Facotry and Smoking Jacket Cigars. Hendrik talks about Casdagli Cigars distributing Smoking Jacket in the US, and what it was like working on a cigar for his father.

Nick heads over to the Boveda booth at the 2023 PCA Trade Show to catch up with Sean Knutsen, the President and CEO of Boveda Inc. Sean takes us through the company's beginnings and where they are now.

James stops by the Iconic Leaf Cigar Company booth at the PCA Trade Show and catches up with his friend Scott Weeks. Scott talks about some of the new and innovative cigars he's developed at Recluse Cigars.

Nick catches up with his fried Abe Flores of PDR Cigars. They talk about Abe's history in the business and PDR's latest release.

Nick visits Luciano Meirelles at the Luciano Cigars booth at the 2023 PCA Trade Show. The pair talk about the traffic at the PCA Trade Show, before jumping into what's new at Luciano Cigars.

James drops by Patina Cigars at the PCA 2023 Trade Show and talks with Mo Maali. Mo and James catch up. They talk about how the trade show was for Patina, being in the Sutliff booth, and taking Patina Cigars to the next level.

James and Nick catch up with Greg Free of Fuerte Y LIbre. The duo ask about the name change, how the BCA pavilion is working out, and Greg's thoughts on its location.

James talks with Brandon Marsh at his Big Sky Cigar Co. booth at the PCA Trade Show. Brandon walks us through their blends, the brand, and their latest release, the Blackfoot.

James talks with Roberto Martinez at the RM Cigars booth at the PCA Trade Show. Roberto talks about how long RM Cigars has been around, their growth, their cigars, and their future plans.

James speaks with Tim Ozgener of Ozgener Family Cigars at his booth at the PCA Trade Show. Tim talks about the new Pi Synesthesia and compares it to last year's release why he returned to the industry, and more!

James stops by the Peter James booth at the PCA Trade Show, and catches up with John Laurendi. John introduces us to some new products and a new face.

James visits Vlada Stojanov at the Lampert Cigars booth at the PCA Trade Show. Vlada shows off some of Lampert's new accessories and talks about some of the accolades that Lampert Cigars is up for. He also gives us a sneak peak on some of what's coming out later this year.

James stops by the Luciano Cigars booth and talks with Mike Dounoulis, one of the minds behind the Foreign Affair. Mike talks about working with Luciano and his business partner Frank Cossio on the cigar and what it has meant to him.

Nick sits down with Pete Johnson of Tatuaje Cigars. The two catch up, talk about the trade show, and Pete talks about some of their new releases.

James and Nick catch up with Dr. Oscar Rodriguez and GTO Cigars at his booth at this year's PCA Trade Show. Dr. Rodriguez takes us through the 33 Oaks from GTO and what the BCA brings to the table.

Nick heads over to the Humidif Group at the Ferio Tego booth at the PCA 2023 Trade Show to catch up with the brand that he's had a long relationship with. Mike and Pierre show off their cigar box technology that uses QR codes or NFC technology to connect consumers and manufacturers.

James stops by the Crowned Heads booth at the PCA Trade Show and talks with Jon Huber. Jon gives some insight on their newest release, the La Vereda; from the artwork, working with Ernesto Perez-Carrillo, and the La Vereda being the most expensive Crowned Heads to date.

James drops in on Micky Pegg at the All Saints Cigars booth at the PCA 2023 Trade Show. Micky talks about the brand, the design of the logo, and a little bit of business at the show.

James visits Desiree Sylver at the Drunk Chicken Cigars booth at the PCA Trade Show. Desiree talks about the importance of the PCA Trade Show, how many shops you can find Drunk Chicken Cigars in, and much more.

Nick heads back over to the Luciano Cigars booth to speak with Salih Dalay. Salih talks about the brand, the vision and the Istanbul. The Istanbul uses Turkish tobacco as part of the blend.

Bruce stops by the Founders Cigars booth and chats with Angelo Fraboni. Angelo talks about new bands, new factory, and being a relatively new brand.

Bruce stops by PCA first timers, Big Boyz Cigars. We learn about the brand and their blends.

Bruce stops by J. London Cigars at the PCA Trade Show to catch up with owner, Jonathan Fiant. Jonathan talks about how the fire impacted them and what is new for J. London Cigars.