Drew Estate Joins Procigar

The American manufacturer, which has long been established in Nicaragua, is set to open a production facility in the Dominican Republic and join the producers’ association.

Drew Estate has joined Procigar, according to a statement from the association of leading Dominican cigar producers.

The American manufacturer—owned by the industry giant Swisher—announced last April that it already operates its own plantation in Villa González, Dominican Republic, and is planning to open a 6,800-square-meter manufacturing facility in Santiago, the hub of the Dominican cigar industry. This factory is set to begin operations in early 2027. Both entities operate under the name Drew Dominicana.

“Drew Estate has always been committed to celebrating, promoting, and advancing premium cigar culture and the quality of its craftsmanship,” stated Jonathan Drew in the press release. “As we embark on this new chapter in the Dominican Republic, we are honored that Drew Estate Dominicana has been invited to join Procigar and to collaborate with the exceptional Dominican cigar makers who comprise this prestigious association.”

For its part, the association notes that “the addition of Drew Estate Dominicana opens new opportunities for sharing expertise, strengthening collaboration among manufacturers, and supporting the continued growth of the premium cigar sector, as well as its contribution to the Dominican economy.”

Last September, Davidoff—a founding member of Procigar—announced its departure from the association. “Given our vision for the future and our current priorities, we have decided to end our membership in Procigar,” the Swiss-based group explained.