NEW YORK

The smugglers have deep roots in New York.…we used to own the east coast and New York was home to some of our biggest fans. Not only did we deliver tons to the Big Apple but the city is where Barry hid out while on the run. In one escapade, Barry was living in an apartment bldg and the landlord asked if he’d help with her holiday party. The catch was he’d have to wear a Santa suit. Barry agreed but what he didn’t know was the party was for the NYPD. He was a wanted man but the costume worked and he served drinks all night to New York’s finest. Now we’re back and working with the talents of an exceptional team. We’ve partnered with a grower who cultivates outstanding cannabis, making sure that every product we offer meets our high standards. If you’re seeking superior cannabis, look no further than Gentlemen Smugglers.

our products

Since 1971, we have been spreading joy. With Gentlemen Smugglers Cannabis, you have the freedom to choose from a variety of exceptional strains, including hybrid, sativa, and indica.
Enjoy these carefully curated experiences in the form of premium pre-rolls.

NEW MEXICO strains

coming soon

Our dedicated team is meticulously crafting a selection of premium strains for our New Mexico dispensaries, guaranteeing top-notch quality with every choice. We know the significance of thoroughness, drawing from our smuggling days where attention to detail was paramount. Keep an eye out as we reveal our thoughtfully curated strains, marking our transition from clandestine operations to the forefront of legal cannabis in New Mexico.

Our Partners

Nanticoke joins forces with Gentlemen Smugglers, ushering in a powerful partnership. Chip Shafer and Pete Shafer, the owners of Nanticoke, were born and raised in Endicott NY. When developing the Nanticoke brand of products it was imperative that the brothers incorporate their love for New York in the brand image. All of their products start with plants that are cultivated with love in New York. Nanticoke is a Cultivator, Processor and Distributor of Adult Use Cannabis with distribution throughout the state. This strategic alliance not only combines the local relevance of Nanticoke with the brand prowess of Gentlemen Smugglers but also promises a unique cannabis experience for the communities they all serve. 

NEW YORK Store Locations coming soon

VANESSA BUTLER

With a rich background in accounting and a trail of successful mentees launching their accounting firms, Vanessa is not just a financial expert but the force behind the scenes, ensuring the numbers align for daring endeavors. Juggling the roles of being an accounting professional, mentor, business consultant, and proud DOPE CFO Pro Badge holder, she continues to bring a unique blend of dedication and organizational prowess to her role.

In 2019, Vanessa launched her accounting firm, Butler CFO & Tax, where she’s helped hundreds of firm owners and non-profit organizations scale their businesses.  She has been a driving force helping the Gentlemen Smugglers to stay successful.

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Peter Cardoz

As a passionate cannabis advocate, lifetime food enthusiast and veteran scientist, Peter brings his wealth of knowledge and love for cannabis to the Gentlemen Smugglers team. He started his research career from an early age, eventually conducting research at The Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine, where he become published in Nature Communications.

In 2021, Peter started his own consulting company, Cardoz Blended Gourmet, and a launched a line of gourmet, live resin infused CBD culinary oils.

Cathy O'Hara

Meet Cathy, head of People Operations at Gentlemen Smugglers. Cathy is a former journalist turned Tech Pioneer. As the 35th employee at AirBNB, Cathy helped scale the home-sharing startup into the mega star it is today.

Cathy joins GS with a proven knowledge of recruiting, people leadership, community relationship building, customer service operations, workflow planning and project management. Plus she’s just a cool world traveler.