Leon Jimenes Cigars stand as a hallmark of tradition and quality in the Dominican cigar world, with a history that dates back to the early 20th century. Founded in 1903 by Eduardo Antonio León Jimenes near the community of Don Pedro, Guazumal, close to Tamboril, the La Aurora factory, the precursor of the León Jimenes brand, was the first cigar factory in the Dominican Republic.
This venture was inspired and supported by land acquisitions for tobacco by his father, Antonio Gavino León González, marking the beginning of what would become an emblematic family business in the Dominican tobacco industry.
Throughout the decades, E. León Jimenes, C. por A., the company that took over La Aurora, significantly expanded its operations, diversifying into cigarette production and entering the beer market by creating Sociedad Cervecera Nacional, S.A. in 1979, later known as Cervecería Nacional Dominicana, S.A., the producer of Presidente beer, a market leader.
In the 21st century, Grupo León Jimenes has been recognized as the "most admired company" in the Dominican Republic according to marketing magazine Mercado and celebrated 100 years of existence by inaugurating a corporate office and opening a cultural center, thereby consolidating its presence and influence in the country's cultural and banking sectors.
León Jimenes cigars, produced by La Aurora, blend rich Dominican fillers to create a unique yet well-balanced flavor profile with an easy draw. Various series of the brand, such as León Jimenes Connecticut, Prestige, Serie 300, and Doble Maduro, offer a wide range of smoking experiences, from classic wood, cocoa, and nutty flavors to more complex notes of cedar, leather, dark chocolate, black pepper, and even citrus, all under the guidance of master blender Manuel Inoa.
Thus, León Jimenes continues to be a symbol of excellence and tradition in the cigar industry, bringing high-quality products to the market that cater to both novice and experienced smokers alike.