PCA The Magazine: Featured articles
While PCA The Magazine is only available to current members, we have published and provided access to select articles below for your enjoyment.
The Blend: The Antigua Estelí Segovias
Named for the tobacco-growing lands of Nicaragua called Las Segovias, this cigar defines the flavors…
The Blend: J.C. Newman The American
American-made an honoring the company’s 125th anniversary, this cigar takes its inspiration from tradition.
Outside the Cigar Box: The Power to Make or Break Your Business
Staff scheduling and training influence your inventory control. All of it connects to profits.
The Tobacconist: Your Own “Top 25” List Is More Valuable than Theirs
Phil Ledbetter says try an in-store Top 25 list and watch your sales soar.
The Pipe: Three Cheers for Corn Cob Pipes
William Nelson pays homage to the corn cob pipe —its place in our history and…
The Industry: Argue with Your Accountant
Jarrid Trudeau offers his insights on the importance of inventory management.
Last Word: Who We Are
Luciano Mierelles of A.C.E. Prime argues it’s good business to put family over profits.
Southern Draw Cigars
The name conjures up feelings of hospitality, faith and family, with a little bit of…
AIDA: A Model of Success
Scott Regina of Emerson’s Cigars explains awareness, interest, desire and action.
Outside the Cigar Box: Thank You, Come Again
How apparel retailers have focused on growing their profits through converting first-time purchasers into recurring…
The Blend: Diesel Whiskey Row
Inspired by General Cigar aging leaves in wine barrels, Justin Andrews has caught lightning in…
The Crux of the Matter
Half a decade ago, Jeff Haugen found himself at a crossroads —as a successful retailer…
The Blend: Drew Estate ACID 20
Honoring 20 years, Drew Estate celebrates the cigar that redefined the industry.
Sales & Service
It’s the foundation of every successful business model, but how should tobacconists best develop an…
The Blend: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Sobremesa Brûlée
Offering a mild cigar with complexity. Steve Saka delivers a tasteful excursion from the full-bodied…
W. Curtis Draper Tobacconist
District of Columbia’s oldest tobacco shop stays the course, as its owner, John Anderson, seeks…
A Star is Born
Platinum Nova Cigars made its debut at this year’s PCA show and it’s two shining…