The Story of LA AURORA
La Aurora, established in 1903 by Eduardo León Jimenes, is the first and oldest cigar factory in the Dominican Republic. Born from the vision of an 18-year-old with a passion for tobacco, it started as a small workshop and grew into one of the most respected names in the cigar world.
Over more than a century, La Aurora has become known for:
Authentic Dominican craftsmanship
Blends rich in flavor and heritage
Innovation through global tobacco sourcing
La Aurora 107 – A bold yet balanced cigar celebrating 107 years of legacy
Preferidos – Luxurious hand-rolled perfectos in colored tubos
ADN Dominicano – Highlighting the traditional Andullo tobacco technique
Tobaccos of the World – Fusing Dominican expertise with wrappers from Ecuador, Nicaragua, Connecticut, and more
Today, still under the León family, La Aurora blends heritage, innovation, and global flavor — remaining a true pillar of Dominican cigar culture and a favorite of aficionados worldwide.
LA AURORA
107 Tobaccos of the World
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A global journey through taste, crafted by the Dominican Republic’s oldest cigar factory, La Aurora. This special series takes the core of the original 107 blend and reimagines it using wrappers from different parts of the world — each adding its own character, complexity, and cultural flavor.
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sun Grown
Flavors: Cedar, white pepper, natural tobacco sweetness
Strength: Medium to Full
Experience: The foundation of the 107 series — smooth, balanced, and iconic
Types
107 Ecuador
The Original Classic
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sun Grown
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
Flavors: Cedar, white pepper, sweet earth
Strength: Medium to Full
Profile: Balanced, flavorful, and versatile — the original 107 that inspired the series
🔸 107 Nicaragua
Power and Earthiness
Wrapper: Nicaraguan
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Nicaraguan
Flavors: Black pepper, cocoa, volcanic soil, espresso
Strength: Full
Profile: Bold and intense — the strongest expression in the series
🔸 107 Connecticut
Smooth and Creamy
Wrapper: U.S. Connecticut Shade
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
Flavors: Cream, toasted nuts, soft vanilla, light spice
Strength: Mild to Medium
Profile: Elegant and easygoing — perfect for beginners or morning smokers
🔸 107 Maduro (Broadleaf)
Dark and Refined
Wrapper: U.S. Broadleaf Maduro
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
Flavors: Dark chocolate, roasted coffee, molasses, baking spice
Strength: Medium to Full
Profile: Rich and decadent — a perfect after-dinner cigar
🔸 107 Cameroon
A Taste of Africa
Wrapper: African Cameroon
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
Flavors: Leather, roasted nuts, light cinnamon, earth
Strength: Medium
Profile: Woody and spicy — with the unique dryness and aroma of real Cameroon leaf
🔸 107 USA (Limited Edition)
American Strength, Dominican Soul
Wrapper: Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
Flavors: Earthy pepper, charred wood, dark fruit
Strength: Medium to Full
Profile: Rugged, rustic, and complex — a tribute to American tobacco
🔸 107 Brazil (Limited Edition)
Exotic and Sweet
Wrapper: Brazilian Arapiraca
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
Flavors: Brown sugar, dried fruit, cocoa, soft spice
Strength: Medium
Profile: Unique and aromatic — with natural sweetness from Brazilian soil
Vitolas
Salomón
7 1/4″ × 52/60
The most regal vitola in the series. A double-tapered masterpiece that showcases the roller’s artistry. Offers a long, evolving smoke with distinct transitions from start to finish — ideal for special occasions and long evenings.
Gran 107
7″ × 58
A powerhouse format for those who love a big, bold experience. Long and thick, it delivers full flavor and a slow, satisfying burn. The perfect way to dive deep into the 107 profile.
Lancero
6 7/8″ × 40
Elegant and slender. The Lancero puts more emphasis on the wrapper, giving you a refined, concentrated flavor. A favorite among connoisseurs who appreciate finesse and complexity in every puff.
Belicoso
6 1/4″ × 52
A classic torpedo shape with a tapered head. Provides a more focused draw and amplifies flavor intensity. Sophisticated and bold — a perfect middle ground between elegance and strength.
Toro
5 1/2″ × 54
The go-to vitola for balance. Thick enough to offer complexity, yet not too long — making it ideal for everyday indulgence. Smooth, flavorful, and consistent from foot to nub.
Corona
5 1/2″ × 42
A more traditional format with a quicker smoke time. Delivers a refined, straightforward profile with a classic cigar feel — perfect for a calm afternoon break.
Robusto
5″ × 50
One of the most popular sizes worldwide. Shorter and fuller-bodied, it delivers immediate flavor impact with perfect draw and construction. Reliable and rich — a crowd favorite.
Sumo Short Robusto
4″ × 58
A short, fat firecracker. Ideal when you want full flavor in less time. Dense and powerful, this size packs a punch in a compact format — perfect for a bold 30-minute session.
Zeppelin
4″ × 58 (Perfecto)
A unique and eye-catching shape — rounded and tapered at both ends. Burns differently than other vitolas, delivering complexity and changing flavors throughout. A collector’s delight.
15 Minute Break
3 1/2″ × 42
As the name suggests — quick, flavorful, and satisfying. Perfect for when time is short but your cravings are serious. A small cigar with big personality.
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Anniversary Editions
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A tribute collection commemorating the historical milestones of La Aurora — the oldest and most iconic cigar factory in the Dominican Republic. Each edition is handcrafted with exceptional tobaccos and released in limited quantities to honor the brand’s enduring legacy.
Wrapper: Aged and premium wrappers such as Dominican Corojo, Ecuadorian Sun Grown, Broadleaf, and Habano 92
Flavors: Refined combinations of spice, earth, cedar, roasted nuts, sweet cream, cocoa, and leather
Strength: Ranges from Medium to Full, depending on the edition
Experience: Elegant and commemorative — each cigar is a rich storytelling experience that blends Dominican tradition with bold character
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La Aurora 100 Años
Released in 2003 to celebrate 100 years
Wrapper: Dominican Corojo
Binder & Filler: Dominican Republic
Strength: Medium to Full
Flavor Profile: Elegant, earthy, and rich with aged spice and a refined Dominican character
Available Vitolas:
Churchill (7″ × 50)
Belicoso (6 1/4″ × 52)
Robusto (5″ × 50)
Corona (5 1/2″ × 42)
La Aurora 107 Anniversary
Launched in 2010 to mark 107 years; later expanded into a full line
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sun Grown
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
Strength: Medium to Full
Flavor Profile: Black pepper, cedar, natural sweetness — bold yet smooth
Available Vitolas:
Toro (5 1/2″ × 54)
Robusto (5″ × 50)
Belicoso (6 1/4″ × 52)
Lancero (6 7/8″ × 40)
Gran 107 (7″ × 58)
Zeppelin (4″ × 58)
15 Minute Break (3 1/2″ × 42)
La Aurora 115 Aniversario
Released in 2018 to celebrate 115 years
Wrapper: Ecuadorian
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
Strength: Medium to Full
Flavor Profile: Spice-forward with wood, leather, and hints of sweetness
Available Vitolas:
Robusto (5″ × 50)
Toro (5 3/4″ × 54)
Belicoso (6 1/4″ × 52)
Gran Toro LE (6″ × 58)
Churchill LE (7″ × 47)
La Aurora 120 Aniversario
Released in 2023 to mark 120 years
Wrapper: Habano 92 (Ecuador)
Binder: Dominican Olor
Filler: Piloto Cubano & Dominican Corojo
Strength: Medium
Flavor Profile: Creamy, sweet, and complex with notes of cinnamon, earth, and toasted nuts
Available Vitolas:
Robusto (5″ × 50)
Toro (5 3/4″ × 54)
Churchill (7″ × 47)
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Family Reserve
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The La Aurora Family Reserve line is an ultra-premium, limited-production series crafted to honor the most personal blends created by the León family — owners of La Aurora for generations. Each cigar in this collection represents a deeply personal expression, showcasing rare tobaccos, expert craftsmanship, and the brand’s highest standards.
Wrapper: Rare, carefully aged wrappers such as Dominican Corojo and Cameroon
Flavors: Rich combinations of spice, cream, wood, natural sweetness, cocoa, and subtle earth
Strength: Medium to Full
Experience: Exclusive and intimate — each cigar tells a personal story of family heritage and Dominican cigar artistry at its finest
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La Aurora Family Reserve 1993
Wrapper: Cameroon
Flavors: Toasted almonds, cream, cedar, sweet spice
Strength: Medium
Experience: Smooth and refined — celebrates the year Guillermo León officially joined the family business. A cigar with depth, elegance, and tradition in every draw
La Aurora Family Reserve Fernando León Legacy
Wrapper: Dominican Corojo
Flavors: Leather, nutmeg, caramelized sugar, white pepper
Strength: Medium to Full
Experience: A tribute to Fernando León, former company head and blending visionary. Bold yet balanced, this cigar delivers a legacy-driven smoking experience with richness and subtlety
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Time Capsule Blends
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The Time Capsule series by La Aurora is a tribute to the factory’s foundational legacy. Each cigar blend is named after a key year in La Aurora’s history and uses tobaccos and profiles that reflect the character of that era. These cigars offer rich, approachable experiences at excellent value — designed to honor time, tradition, and Dominican pride.
Wrapper: Varied — includes Dominican Corojo, Connecticut, Cameroon, and Broadleaf Maduro
Flavors: Well-balanced combinations of spice, wood, cream, sweetness, and roasted notes
Strength: Ranges from Mild to Full depending on the blend
Experience: Smooth, flavorful, and accessible — a historic journey through La Aurora’s evolution in taste and craftsmanship
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La Aurora 1962 Corojo
Wrapper: Dominican Corojo
Flavors: Red pepper, roasted nuts, earth, natural tobacco sweetness
Strength: Medium to Full
Experience: A bold, yet smooth blend paying homage to the rise of Corojo leaf in La Aurora’s mid-century blends — rustic and satisfying
La Aurora 1985 Maduro
Wrapper: U.S. Broadleaf Maduro
Flavors: Dark chocolate, molasses, espresso, charred oak
Strength: Full
Experience: Deep and robust — a tribute to the bold maduro trends of the 1980s, delivering intensity with refined structure
La Aurora 1987 Connecticut
Wrapper: U.S. Connecticut Shade
Flavors: Cream, vanilla, toasted almonds, light hay
Strength: Mild to Medium
Experience: Smooth and elegant — a nod to the era of mellow cigars. Perfect for morning smokes or new cigar enthusiasts
La Aurora 2008 Cameroon
Wrapper: African Cameroon
Flavors: Sweet cedar, baking spice, leather, subtle nuttiness
Strength: Medium
Experience: A balanced and aromatic cigar celebrating the modern global palate — nuanced, aromatic, and distinctly La Aurora
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Preferidos 1903
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A hallmark of La Aurora’s luxury craftsmanship, the Preferidos 1903 Series pays tribute to the brand’s original perfecto-shaped cigars produced in the early 1900s. Hand-rolled by La Aurora’s most skilled torcedores, each cigar is aged in oak barrels and packaged in elegant, color-coded tubos — representing distinct wrappers and flavor profiles.
Wrapper: High-grade selections including Cameroon, Maduro, Corojo, Connecticut, and others
Flavors: Ranges from sweet spice and cream to dark chocolate, pepper, and earthy notes
Strength: Mild to Full depending on wrapper
Experience: Luxurious, artisanal, and consistent — each cigar offers a refined, slow-burning draw in La Aurora’s signature perfecto shape
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Preferidos Diamond (Maduro)
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro
Flavors: Dark chocolate, roasted coffee, molasses, black pepper
Strength: Full
Experience: Bold and rich — a decadent, after-dinner cigar with powerful body and lasting sweetness
Preferidos Platinum (Cameroon)
Wrapper: African Cameroon
Flavors: Toasted wood, cinnamon, sweet earth, almonds
Strength: Medium
Experience: Aromatic and smooth — a refined smoke with signature dryness and complexity from the Cameroon leaf
Preferidos Gold (Corojo)
Wrapper: Dominican Corojo
Flavors: Red pepper, earth, cedar, light cocoa
Strength: Medium to Full
Experience: Spicy and rustic — a Dominican-forward cigar with bold character and balance
Preferidos Emerald (Ecuadorian Sungrown)
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sun Grown
Flavors: Pepper, leather, caramel, oak
Strength: Medium to Full
Experience: Warm and rounded — rich in body with layers of spice and a smooth finish
Preferidos Sapphire (Connecticut)
Wrapper: U.S. Connecticut Shade
Flavors: Cream, vanilla, almond, soft wood
Strength: Mild to Medium
Experience: Silky and mellow — ideal for early-day smoking or those who prefer a gentle, creamy profile
Preferidos Ruby (Brazilian Sun Grown)
Wrapper: Brazilian Sun Grown
Flavors: Cocoa, brown sugar, spice, dried fruit
Strength: Medium
Experience: Sweet and exotic — a complex blend with a unique twist, driven by Brazilian richness
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León Jimenes
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Named after the founding family, the León Jimenes line reflects La Aurora’s commitment to refined elegance and smooth Dominican flavor. Crafted with aged tobaccos and delicate wrappers, these cigars are designed for those who appreciate a mild-to-medium profile without sacrificing complexity or character.
Wrapper: Connecticut, Cameroon, and other premium selections
Flavors: Smooth notes of cream, cedar, toasted nuts, soft spice, and occasional sweetness
Strength: Mild to Medium
Experience: Elegant, approachable, and consistently smooth — ideal for both novice smokers and seasoned aficionados seeking a gentler experience
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Masterpiece – 9″ x 52
Flavor: Cedar, chocolate, light earthiness
Strength: Medium
Wrapper: Cameroon
Experience: Grand, luxurious – made for special occasions
Untold Story – 7 ⅝” x 54
Flavor: Sweet spice, cedar, roasted coffee
Strength: Medium to Full
Wrapper: Cameroon / Maduro
Experience: Rich and bold – for the seasoned aficionado
Classic – 7″ x 48
Flavor: Nutmeg, creamy wood, hints of citrus
Strength: Mild to Medium
Wrapper: Cameroon
Experience: Smooth and balanced – perfect evening smoke
Signature – 6″ x 47
Flavor: Toasted almond, cedar, gentle spices
Strength: Mild to Medium
Wrapper: Cameroon
Experience: Long and elegant – ideal for relaxed moments
Work of Art – 4 ⅞” x 46
Flavor: Earthy sweetness, pepper, dried fruit
Strength: Medium
Wrapper: Cameroon / Maduro
Experience: Compact and powerful – perfect for connoisseurs
Between the Lines – 4 ½” x 54
Flavor: Cocoa, caramel, roasted nuts, floral hints
Strength: Medium
Wrapper: Barber-pole (Cameroon & Maduro)
Experience: Complex and unique – a true collector’s piece
Best Seller – 4 ⅞” x 55
Flavor: Creamy cedar, coffee, sweet spice
Strength: Medium
Wrapper: Cameroon / Maduro
Experience: Smooth and approachable – ideal all-day cigar
Short Story – 4″ x 49
Flavor: Cedar, nutty sweetness, light cocoa
Strength: Mild to Medium
Wrapper: Cameroon
Experience: Perfect for a quick yet luxurious smoke