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Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β DTT Umbagog Bronzeback PairingSteve Sakaβs Umbagog Bronzeback landed at number 9 on The Dojoβs 2024 Cigars of the Year list. This week, hosts Robby and Randy explore the best drink pairings for this flavorful and budget-friendly release. As they continue their journey through the Dojo COTY sampler from Smoke Inn, grab a Bronzeback and join the conversation. Pairings Randy: Carajillo cocktail & Umbagog Bronzeback ππ» Robby: Cynaretto cocktail & Umbagog Bronzeback ππ» Sensei: Henry Mckenna & Umbagog Bronzeback ππ» Jordan: Henry Mckenna & Umbagog Bronzeback ππ» Votes Randy 50% Robby: 50% πββοΈ Audience Pairing Bill Powers: The Full Montenegro & Umbagog Bronzeback ππ» Mike Henkins: Bastardized Millionaire & Umbagog Bronzeback ππ»
2025-02-211h 04
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β ETDB Redemption PairingThe No. 16 cigar on our Cigar of the Year list is the Redemption from El Titan de Bronzeβeveryoneβs favorite little factory in Miami. Your Flavor Odyssey hosts, Robby Ras and Randy Griggs, are on a mission to find the perfect drink pairing for this exceptional premium cigar. Grab the Cigar of the Year Sampler from Smoke Inn, which includes the Redemption. Find your favorite pairing and join the fun! Pairings Randy: Dirty Kentucky Mule & ETDB Redemption ππ» Robby: Offshore Account & ETDB Redemption ππ» Sensei: Henry Mckenna & ETDB Redemption ππ» Jordan: Elijah Craig & ETDB Redemption ππ» Votes Randy 52% Robby: 48% πββοΈ Audience Pairing Bill Powers: Busted Pipe cocktail & ETDB R
2025-02-131h 08
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Black Works Paper Crane PairingFlavor Odyssey is back! This season, weβre discovering the perfect drink pairings for every cigar in The Dojoβs Cigar of the Year Sampler. This week, Robby and Randy feature the No. 19 COTYβthe Black Works Studio Paper Crane. Wrapped in a stunning Ecuadorian Connecticut Desflorado leaf, this cigar promises an intriguing pairing experience. Grab a Paper Crane, pour a drink, and join the show! Pairings Randy: Paper Crane cocktail & BLK WKS Paper Crane ππ» Robby: Paper Plane cocktail & BLK WKS Paper Crane ππ» Sensei: Fortaleza Blanco & BLK WKS Paper Crane ππ» Jordan: Old Forester SB BP & BLK WKS Paper Crane ππ» Votes Randy 37% Robby: 63% πββ...
2025-02-061h 31
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Espinosa Sumatra PairingFlavor Odyssey Season 8 is now in full swing, and we kick off the first segment by exploring pairings for five cigars from our 2024 Year-End list. All the featured cigars are included in the Smoke Inn COTY sampler, allowing you to pair along throughout this Odyssey segment. Robby and Randy will start with the Espinosa Sumatra, ranked number 20 on the 2024 Cigar of the Year list. So grab an Espinosa Sumatra, pick a drink pairing, and join the show! Pairings Randy: Bubo Bubo cocktail & Espinosa Sumatra ππ» Robby: The River Styx cocktail & Espinosa Sumatra ππ» Sensei: Alpha Dawg cocktail & Espinosa Sumatra ππ» Jordan: Alpha Dawg cocktail & Es...
2025-01-211h 27
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Espinosa PairingsThis year on Flavor Odyssey, weβve been exploring the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard, and weβre nearing the summit! In this episode, your hosts Robby and Randy take on the number two brand: Espinosa Premium Cigars. Thatβs right, folksβthe Alpha Dawg is knocking at the door, so we better let him in! Grab your favorite drink pairing and join the fun. Pairings Randy: Knuckle Sandwich Strike Force & Guy Fieri Fall Cocktail ππ» Robby: Psychedelic Turtle II & Bourbon Ball Cocktail ππ» Sensei: Laranja Reserva & Elijah Craig Barrel Proof ππ» Jordan: Laranja Reserva & Elijah Craig Barrel Proof ππ» Votes Randy 47% Robby: 53% πββοΈ Audience Pairing Randi Harrison: Espinosa Habano & Apple C
2024-12-041h 36
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β FriendsgivingItβs Friendsgiving on Flavor Odyssey! Thatβs right, folksβitβs time to give thanks and celebrate with great cigars, food, and drinks. Your hosts, Robby Ras and Randy Griggs, are joined by the rest of the Dojo crew to share their favorite Thanksgiving-themed pairings. And guess what? All the Otters are invited to get creative and join the fun by showcasing their own favorite Thanksgiving-themed pairings! Pairings Randy: Amaretto Sour & Viaje Stuffed Turkey ππ» Robby: Cranberry Smash & Aganorsa Rare Leaf Reserve ππ» Sensei: Pumpkin Bourbon Smash & Joya Numero Uno ππ» Jordan: Pumpkin Bourbon Smash & HVC Black Friday 2023 ππ» Votes Randy 39% Robby: 61% πββοΈ Audience Pairing Thane Russey: Apple Cide...
2024-11-271h 37
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β with Guest Rob Dietrich of BLACKENED WhiskeyThis week on Flavor Odyssey, Rob Dietrich, the Master Distiller & Blender for BLACKENED Whiskey, visits Dojo headquarters for a special interview. Hosts Robby and Randy will dive into what it takes to craft exceptional whiskey with Rob and explore his experience creating S81 and S84 in collaboration with Drew Estate and Metallicaβs James Hetfield. Pairings Randy: Blackened Cask Strength WGOF & Undercrown 10 ππ» Robby: Blackened 72 Seasons & Blackened S84 ππ» Sensei: Blackened Rye & Blackened M81 ππ» Jordan: Blackened Rye & Blackened M81 ππ» Votes Randy 43% Robby: 57% πββοΈ Audience Pairing Thane Russey: Blackened 138 Old Fashioned & Blackened M81 ππ»
2024-11-131h 50
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Halloween Cocktail ChallengeItβs close to midnight, and something evilβs lurking in the darkβ¦ Itβs the night before Halloween, and your hosts, Robby and Randy, have cooked up a special challenge for this wildcard episode of Flavor Odyssey. Who can concoct the best βmonstrousβ cocktail and pair it with the perfect cigar? The audience is invited to join the fun by creating their own custom spooky cocktails. Pairings Randy: Zombie Brains Cocktail & Viaje Zombie Antidote ππ» Robby: Or Else My Wife Would Kill Me Cocktail & Viaje Zombie ππ» Sensei: Dracula in Manhattan & Alec Bradley Black Market Filthy Ghooligan ππ» Jordan: Dracula in Manhattan & Alec Bradley Black...
2024-10-301h 22
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Cigar Dojo PairingsCigar Dojo has crafted some of the most epic cigar collaborations over the years, and this week on Flavor Odyssey, your hosts Robby and Randy explore the best drink pairings for these legendary releases. The journey up the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard continues this week, so grab any Dojo cigar, a drink, and join the fun! Pairings Randy: Cinnamon Maple Whiskey Sour & ReviveR (2021) ππ» Robby: Devil's Night Schwarzbier & Dojo de Luxe ππ» Sensei: Suburban cocktail & Knuckle Sandwich Strike Force ππ» Jordan: Suburban cocktail & Knuckle Sandwich Strike Force ππ» Votes Randy 45% Robby: 55% πββοΈ Audience Pairing David Castleberry: Cold brew & Pagoda 2023 ππ»
2024-10-231h 27
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Fall Season PairingsAs the leaves turn and the crispness of fall fills the air, Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby and Randy set their sights on finding the best fall cigar and drink pairings. In this wildcard episode, the duo challenges each other to craft the perfect pairing while encouraging the audience to create their own ultimate fall cigar and drink combinations. Pairings Robby: Mott & Mulberry & Liga Privada UF-4 ππ» Sensei: Pumpkin Sazerac & Espinosa Laranja Reserva ππ» Jordan: Pumpkin Sazerac & BSL Yasuke ππ» Votes Sensei 54% Robby: 46% πββοΈ Audience Pairing TheJbouchard78: Apple Cider Old Fashioned & Tatuaje The Frank ππ»
2024-10-091h 13
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Wildcard Cocktail Challenge Pt. 2Itβs the second week of Flavor Odysseyβs βCocktail Challengeβ detour, finishing with Randy Griggs challenging Robby Ras to create a unique spin on his go-to cocktail: the Italian Spritz. The audience is encouraged to use Robbyβs recipe below or concoct their own take on what exactly an Italian spritz might mean to youβ¦ as well as finding the perfect cigar to round out the pairing. Robbyβs Italian Spritz - 2oz sweet Vermouth - 1oz Cointreau - 3oz Prosecco - 1oz sparkling water Pairings Randy: Robby's Italian Spritz & Warped Flor del Valle ππ» Robby: Robby's Italian Spritz & BLTC Deliverance Por...
2024-10-021h 25
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Wildcard Cocktail Challenge Pt. 1This week on Flavor Odyssey, we start a two-part wildcard segment, beginning with Robby Ras challenging Randy Griggs to create a unique spin on his go-to cocktail: the Gin and Tonic. The audience is encouraged to create their own creative variation on the Gin and Tonic as well as finding the perfect cigar to round out the pairing. Pairings Randy: Gin & Tonic Variation & Alma Fuerte Colorado Claro ππ» Robby: Gin & Tonic Variation & OpusX PerfecXion 8-8-8 ππ» Sensei: Gin & Tonic Variation & AVO Maduro 30th Anniversary ππ» Jordan: Gin & Tonic Variation & Joya de Nicaragua NΓΊmero Uno ππ» Votes Randy: 54% Robby: 46% πββοΈ Audience Pairing Nathan Stweart: Gin & Tonic Variation & 2...
2024-09-251h 16
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust PairingsThis week on Flavor Odyssey, your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs embark on a hunt for the elusive Sakasquatch as they continue their pairing journey up the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard. In this episode, they tackle Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust, ranked as the 7th most checked-into brand on the Dojoverse. Be sure to join the show with your own DT&T pairing! Pairings Randy: Old Fashioned & Mi Querida Triqui Traca ππ» Robby: Red Raider Cocktail & Mi Querida PapaSaka ππ» Sensei: Henry McKenna (2009) & Muestra de Saka Nacatamale ππ» Jordan: Henry McKenna (2009) & Muestra de Saka Nacatamale ππ» Votes Randy: 73% Robby: 27% πββοΈ Audience Pairing Bill Powers: Revolver cocktail & Sin Compromiso ππ»
2024-09-171h 16
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Oktoberfest PairingsOktoberfest is the worldβs largest beer festival and a significant cultural event held annually in Munich, Germany, and this week, itβs coming to Flavor Odyssey! Yes, folks, thatβs rightβitβs a wildcard edition, and weβre donning our lederhosen to create the perfect Oktoberfest pairings. Pairings Randy: Warsteiner Oktoberfest & Quesada Oktoberfest 2024 ππ» Robby: Hacker-Pschorr Oktoberfest & La Palina Goldie ππ» Sensei: Four Noses Oktoberfest & Quesada Oktoberfest 2024 ππ» Jordan: Crooked Stave Fest Bier & Quesada Oktoberfest 2024 ππ» Votes Randy: 44% Robby: 56% Audience Pairing Nathan Stewart: Paulaner Oktoberfest & Davidoff Aniversario No. 3
2024-09-101h 22
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Protocol Cigar PairingsFlavor Odyssey is back on the beat, chasing down the most smoked cigars on the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard. This week, your hosts Robby and Randy dive into the best drink pairings with cigars from Protocol. Viewers are encouraged to grab a Protocol Blue, Red, Themis, or perhaps something from the Lawman Series. Bring along a well-paired drink and join the show. Pairings Robby: Protocol Tenure & Red Moon Over Manhattan cocktail ππ» Scotty: Protocol Tenure & Tequila Sunrise ππ» Jordan: Protocol Tenure & Tequila Sunrise ππ» Votes Robby: 68% Sensei: 32% Audience Pairing Chad Tchad: Protocol Taser & Mezcal Mule.
2024-09-041h 06
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Camacho PairingsJoin Flavor Odyssey this week as your hosts βlive loud and bold,β crafting the perfect drink pairings with cigars from Camacho. Weβve reached the TOP 10 brands on the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard, and we invite you to grab a drink that pairs perfectly with your favorite Camacho cigar. Pairings Randy: Camacho 5280 & Hazy Sour cocktail ππ» Sensei: Camacho 5280 & Hazy Sour cocktail ππ» Jordan: Camacho 5280 & Hazy Sour cocktail ππ» Audience Pairing Randi Harrison: Camacho Factory Unleashed & Black Walnut Old Fashioned.
2024-08-2158 min
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Undercrown PairingsAt long last, weβve entered the coveted TOP 10 on the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard, beginning with the fan-favorite Undercrown brand by Drew Estate. Your Flavor Odyssey hosts explore the best drink pairings for Undercrown cigars, and youβre encouraged to join along! Grab an OG Undercrown Maduro, an Undercrown Shade, or the Dojoβs own Undercrown DOGMA (or any other variant, for that matter), and find a proper drink to do your smoke justice. Pairings Randy: Undercrown 10 & Oaxacan Tail cocktail ππ» Robby: DOGMA & Chocolate Almond Negroni ππ» Scotty: Undercrown 10 & OF 100 bourbon ππ» Jordan: Undercrown 10 & OF 100 bourbon ππ» Votes Randy: 56% Robby: 44% Audience Pairing Jimmy Birster: Undercrown Maduro & W...
2024-08-131h 18
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Perdomo Cigar PairingsThis week, Flavor Odyssey returns to its journey up the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard. We will be exploring the best drink pairings with Perdomo Cigars. Champagne with a Champagne, or bourbon with a Bourbon Barrel-Aged Habano? Create your best Perdomo/drink pairing and join the show! Pairings Randy: Perdomo 12yr Sun Grown & Flor de CaΓ±a 12yr ππ» Robby: Perdomo 12yr Sun Grown & Baby's First Bourbon cocktail ππ» Scotty: Perdomo 12yr Connecticut & High West Barrel-Aged Old Fashioned ππ» Jordan: Perdomo Habano Bourbon Barrel-Aged Connecticut & High West Barrel-Aged Old Fashioned ππ» Votes Randy: 73% Robby: 27% Audience Pairing Darrel Whitacre: Perdomo 12yr Connecticut & Dirty Martini
2024-08-061h 28
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Summertime Cigar Pairings WildcardThe heat is on! As summer temperatures soar across the nation, the Flavor Odyssey team is here to help you find the perfect cigar and drink pairing to stay cool. Hosts Robby and Randy take a detour from their usual script for a special wildcard edition of Flavor Odyssey. Pairings Robby: Patina Sumatra & Shipwreck cocktail ππ» Scotty: Espinosa Laranja & White Trash Oaxacan cocktail ππ» Jordan: AVO LE05 30th Anniversary & White Trash Oaxacan cocktail ππ» Audience Pairing Randi Harrison: Perdomo 10th Anniv. Sun Grown & Tequila Highball (Cazcanes Still Strength Blanco tequila with Fever Tree Yuzu and Lime).
2024-07-311h 13
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Liga Privada Cigar PairingsDrew Estateβs Liga Privada line is one of the most sought-after collections of cigars on the market. This week on Flavor Odyssey, as we continue our journey through the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard, we explore drink pairings to complement these delicious cigars. Grab a Liga Privada, choose a drink pairing, and join the fun. Pairings Randy: Liga Privada Year of the Rat & Coffee Manhattan ππ» Robby: Liga Privada Ratzilla & Big Chef cocktail ππ» Sensei: Liga Privada Year of the Rat & Russel Reserve bourbon ππ» Jordan: Liga Privada Year of the Rat & Russel Reserve bourbon ππ» Votes Randy: 58% Robby: 42% Audience Pairing Darrell Whitacre: Liga Privada H99 Papas Fritas...
2024-07-171h 32
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Crowned Heads Cigar PairingsFlavor Odyssey is back this week, as we continue our journey up the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard. This week, Robby and Randy tackle cigars from Crowned Heads, so make sure to pick one up and join the show. Pairings Randy: CH Yellow Rose & Ranger Buck RTD Cocktail ππ» Sensei: CH Blood Medicine & Mezcal Manhattan Cocktail ππ» Jordan: CH Blood Medicine & Mezcal Manhattan Cocktail ππ» Votes Randy: 52% Sensei: 48% Audience Pairing Darrell Whitacre: CH Le CarΓͺme LE 2022 & Don Julio 1942 AΓ±ejo
2024-07-101h 16
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Arturo Fuente Cigar PairingsDo you have your golden ticket? Itβs a huge episode of Flavor Odyssey, as your hosts, Robby Ras and Randy Griggs, feature one of the most iconic brands in the premium cigar industry: Arturo Fuente. Fuente is next up on the list of the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard. Grab a Fuente, a drink pairing, and join the fun. Pairings Randy: Fuente AΓ±ejo No. 77 & Sazerac ππ» Robby: Fuente AΓ±ejo & After Midnight cocktail ππ» Sensei: OpusX 20th & Maple Cinnamon Whiskey Sour ππ» Jordan: AF Hemingway & Maple Cinnamon Whiskey Sour ππ» Votes Randy: 54% Robby: 46% Audience Pairing Michael TX: Don Carlos & Afternoon Pick Me Up
2024-06-251h 25
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Alec Bradley PairingsFlavor Odysseyβs journey through the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard is back, and this week we find the best drink pairings for cigars from Alec Bradley. Create your own Alec Bradley drink pairing and join the fun. Pairings Randy: Left Hand cocktail & Alec Bradley Fine & Rare ππ» Robby: Italian Cherry Whiskey Sour & Alec Bradley Fine & Rare ππ» Sensei: Wild Turkey Rare Breed & AB Double Broadleaf ππ» Jordan: Wild Turkey Rare Breed & AB Double Broadleaf ππ» Votes Dojo Studios: 48% Robby: 52% Audience Pairing Randi Harrison: New York Sour & Alec Bradley Fine & Rare BCN-143
2024-06-121h 27
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Flor De CanΜa WildcardThis week on Flavor Odyssey, itβs a wildcard episode featuring Flor de CaΓ±a rum. Your hosts, Robby Ras and Randy Griggs, will discuss the best cigar pairings with this amazing rum from Nicaragua. Pairings Randy: Flor de CaΓ±a 12 yr ππ» Robby: Flor de CaΓ±a Ginger cocktail & OG Liga Privada Velvet Rat ππ» Sensei: Hispaniola cocktail & Liga Privada Feral Flying Pig ππ» Jordan: Hispaniola cocktail & Liga Privada 10 Aniversario SelecciΓ³n de Mercado ππ» Votes Dojo Studios: 41% Robby: 59% Audience Pairing Nathan Stewart: Flor de CaΓ±a 12 Old Fashioned & Padron Family Reserve Natural
2024-06-031h 28
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Oliva PairingsThis week on Flavor Odyssey, your hosts, Robby Ras and Randy Griggs, focus on finding great drink pairings for one of the most decorated brands in the cigar industry: Oliva. As we continue our foray into the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard, grab an Oliva and a drink and join the fun. Pairings Randy: Oliva Master Blends 3 & Whiskey Mule w/ Root Beer Bitters ππ» Robby: Oliva Master Blends 3 & Tombstone Cocktail ππ» Sensei: Oliva Serie V Melanio Maduro & Margarita ππ» Jordan: Oliva Serie V Melanio Maduro & Margarita ππ» Votes Randy: 23% Robby: 77% Audience Pairing Bill CD: Oliva Serie V & Gold Rush
2024-05-221h 33
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Joya De Nicaragua PairingsJoin us on our journey to the land of lakes and volcanoes as your hosts, Robby and Randy, seek the perfect drink pairing with cigars from Joya de Nicaragua, the oldest continually operating cigar factory in Nicaragua. Our voyage through the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard continues, so and grab a drink and a JOYA and join the fun. Pairings Randy: Cinco DΓ©cadas & Cinnamon Bourbon Fizz ππ» Robby: Cuatro Cinco Reserva Especial & Oaxaca Old Fashioned ππ» Sensei: NΓΊmero Uno & Tequila Ocho Reposado ππ» Jordan: JOYA Ninjaragua & Old Forrester 100 ππ» Votes Randy: 33% Robby: 67% Audience Pairing Bill CD: Cuatro Cinco Reserva Especial & Maple Old Fashioned
2024-05-151h 23
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β AJ Fernandez PairingsFlavor Odyssey returns to its journey through the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard, featuring the thirty-two most checked-into brands. This week, your hosts Robby and Randy tackle AJ Fernandez and cigars such as: New World, Dias de Gloria, San Lotano, Bellas Artes, and more. Pairings Robby: New World Dorado & Revolver Cocktail ππ» Sensei: New World Oscuro & Coffee Old Fashioned ππ» Jordan: New World Oscuro & Coffee Old Fashioned ππ» Audience Pairing Randi Harrison: New World Dorado & Oaxacan Old Fashioned
2024-05-081h 27
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Blackened S84 Shade To Black WILDCARD EpisodeThis week on Flavor Odyssey, we take a break from our journey through the Dojoverse brand leaderboard and zero in on the new Drew Estate Blackened S84 Shade to Black. We will be joined by Izola Woods (aka βIzzyβ), Drew Estateβs lifestyle ambassador, host on Freestyle Live, and Barn Smoker MC, who will be in-studio for this special wildcard episode. Pairings Randy: Blackened S84 & Blackened Old Fashioned ππ» Izzy: Blackened S84 & Blackened Whiskey ππ» Sensei: Blackened S84 & Blackened Whiskey ππ» Jordan: Blackened S84 & Blackened Whiskey ππ» Audience Pairing Darrell Whitacre: Blackened S84 & Iced Caramel Macchiato
2024-05-011h 04
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Cuban Cigar PairingsFlavor Odyssey is about to take a trip through the tobacco fields of Pinar del RΓo. As we continue our journey through the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard, our hosts will find the best drink pairings for Cuban cigars. Therefore, if you have an authentic Cuban in your humidor, pull it out, pour a drink, and join the fun. Pairings Robby: Montecristo 520 EL 2012 & Rum Old Fashioned ππ» John: Trinidad Fundadores 2011 & Ron Cubay Reserva Especial 10yr ππ» Sensei: Ramon Allones & Tequilla Ocho Reposado ππ» Jordan: Ramon Allones & Tequilla Ocho Reposado ππ» Votes Robby: 35% John: 65% Audience Pairing Scott West: H. Upmann Magnum 54 & Martini
2024-04-241h 40
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Room101 Cigar PairingsWhat happens in the infinite expanse of space when your Flavor Odyssey hosts encounter Johnny Tobacconaut himself? As we continue our journey into the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard, itβs time to visit the noodle-filled galaxy of Room101 Cigars. Grab a Room101 cigar and your own perfect drink pairing and join the show. Pairings Robby: Room101 Hit & Run (2017) & Mojito ππ» John: Room 101 Snake Shake & Japanese Whisky ππ» Sensei: Room101 Noodles & WeldWerks Juicy Bits ππ» Jordan: Room101 Hit & Run (2024) & WeldWerks Juicy Bits ππ» Votes Robby: 53% John: 47% Audience Pairing Randi Harrison: Room101 10th Anniversary & Death & Co. Aurora Highball
2024-04-171h 20
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β PadroΜn PairingsAs we continue our journey into the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard, we feature one of the most iconic brands in the premium cigar industry: PadrΓ³n. The PadrΓ³ns are the creators of some of the greatest cigars on earth, such as the 1926 and 1964 Anniversary series and many others, so grab a PadrΓ³n and the perfect drink pairing and join the fun. Pairings Randy: PadrΓ³n Family Reserve No. 45 Maduro & Flor de CaΓ±a 12 Rum/Coke ππ» Robby: PadrΓ³n Family Reserve No. 45 Natural & Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon ππ» Sensei: PadrΓ³n 1926 Serie Natural & Bardstown Manhattan ππ» Jordan: PadrΓ³n 1926 Serie Natural & Bardstown Manhattan ππ» Vot...
2024-04-101h 18
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Rocky Patel PairingsItβs the 200th episode of Flavor Odyssey, and this week, we take on one of the most well-known brands in the cigar Industry: Rocky Patel. Your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs continue their journey through the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard, this week featuring the 24th most checked-into brand. Grab yourself a Rocky Patel cigar and a drink that pairs well and join the show. Pairings Randy: RP ALR & Sabbatical Whiskey Ginger ππ» Robby: RP Special Edition & High Horse Cocktail ππ» Sensei: RP Olde World Reserve Corojo & Henry McKenna Bourbon ππ» Jordan: RP Olde World Reserve Maduro & Henry McKenna Bourbon ππ» Votes Randy: 55% Robby: 45% Audience Pairin...
2024-04-021h 28
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Davidoff PairingU so fancy! Itβs time to point those pinkies up, because this week on Flavor Odyssey, we are finding the best drink pairings with cigars from Davidoff. Your hosts Robby and Randy tackle the brand that won this yearβs Luxury Cigar of the Year: Davidoff. Grab your own pairing and join the fun on this weekβs episode. Pairings Robby: Davidoff Year of the Ox & Black Manhattan Cocktail ππ» Sensei: Davidoff Aniversario No. 1 2023 & Santo Libre Cocktail ππ» Jordan: Davidoff Signature No. 1 2023 Lancero & Santo Libre Cocktail ππ» Votes Randy: 50% Robby: 50% Audience Pairing Mike Heykens: Davidoff The Late Hour & Vieux Carre Cocktail
2024-01-171h 17
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Illusione PairingSeason 7 of Flavor Odyssey has officially begun, and we are focusing in on the top cigar brands from the Dojoverse leaderboard. This week, your hosts Robby and Randy will be featuring a drink pairing with Illusione. So grab your favorite cigar from Illusione and a drink that you think works best and join the show. Pairings Randy: Original Documents Habano & Mt. Rushmore Cocktail ππ» Robby: Original Documents Corojo ~m7~ & Mt. Rushmore Cocktail ππ» Sensei: Illusione Haut 10 & Mt. Rushmore Cocktail ππ» Jordan: Epernay & Mt. Rushmore Cocktail ππ» Votes Randy: 54% Robby: 46% Audience Pairing Nathan Stewart: Epernay 10th Anniversary D'Aosta & Godfather Cocktail
2024-01-101h 26
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β New Year's Bubbly Wildcard EditionBefore we get into the thick of Flavor Odyssey Season 7, we decided to take a moment to celebrate the coming New Year with some bubbly! Grab some champagne and whip up a cocktail (or drink it as-is) to pair with a cigar that is fitting of the occasion. Pairings Randy: OpusX Angel's Share 20 Years & French 75 Cocktail ππ» Robby: Davidoff Cigar Dojo Exclusive 2018 & Grand Cru Brut ππ» Sensei: Perdomo Reserve Champagne Cigar Dojo Limited Edition 10th Anniversary & Plume Cocktailππ» Jordan: Fratello Lunar Cameroon & Plume Cocktail ππ» Votes Sensei: 36% Robby: 64% Audience Pairing Bill Powers: Illusione Original Documents Habano & Champagne Maple Cocktail
2023-12-271h 33
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Season 7 Wildcard Eucalyptus TeaItβs the Season 7 premiere for Flavor Odyssey, and we are easing into the flow with a non-alcoholic wildcard edition. On this episode, your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs find the best cigar pairing with a Eucalyptus tea. Pairings Randy: Eucalyptus Tea & La Palina Goldie No. 5 ππ» Sensei: Eucalyptus Hot Toddy & Sobremesa Wagashi ππ» Jordan: Eucalyptus Hot Toddy & HVC La Rosa Rare of Rare ππ» Votes Sensei: 50% Robby: 50% Audience Pairing Steve Toth: Organic Eucalyptus Tea & 2016 Alec Bradley Post Embargo
2023-12-131h 21
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey - Season 6 Wildcard FinaleThis week on Flavor Odyssey, itβs a WILDCARD edition, and your hosts will be revisiting (and possibly refining) their favorite pairings from season 6. Itβs been a remarkable journey this season, and we will be sharing our favorites and discussing our least favorite pairings that we have tried along the way. Pairings Randy: Liga Privada H99 & Vieux Carre ππ» Sensei: Death & Co. & World's Best Old Fashioned ππ» Jordan: Liga Privada H99 Phineas Gage & World's Best Old Fashioned ππ» Votes Sensei: 70% Robby: 30% Audience Pairing Bill Powers: OG CAO Amazon Basin & Death & Co. Ranger Buck
2023-12-061h 34
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Craft Cocktail RTDsItβs the final segment for Flavor Odysseyβs venture into Ready-to-Drink cocktails (RTD), and this week, we go all the way to the top with the best of the best in this arena. Weβre talkinβ bougie, high-end, ultra-craft RTDs from companies such as Death & Co. Grab your favorite cigar and create your own pairing for the show. Pairings Sensei: Death & Co. & Davidoff Year of the Dragon ππ» Robby: Death & Co. & Montecristo Especiales No. 2 (2018) ππ» Jordan: Death & Co. & Davidoff Aniversario No. 1 LE23 ππ» Votes Sensei: 72% Robby: 28% Audience Pairing Nathan Stewart: DT&T Barba Amarilla & Trade Eights Ginger & Whiskey
2023-11-291h 11
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Ready - To - Serve CocktailsOn this episode of Flavor Odyssey, we find the best cigar pairing for a Ready-to-Serve (RTS) cocktail. An RTS-style cocktail is a subset of the Ready-to-Drink (RTD) segment of this emerging trend in the liquor world. With higher ABV and premium ingredients, these are the closest thing you can get to a real cocktail from a quality bartender. Pairings Randy: Tatuaje The Bride & Knob Creek On the Rocks RTS ππ» Sensei: EPC Pledge & High West Old Fashioned Barrel Finished RTS ππ» Jordan: JC Newman Angel Cuesta & High West Old Fashioned Barrel Finished RTS ππ» Votes Randy: 29% Sensei: 71% Audience Pairing Stephen Moses: Knob Creek RTS Old Fash...
2023-10-311h 24
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Pumpkin PairingThis week on Flavor Odyssey, we take a little diversion, because itβs pumpkin season! Whether itβs pumpkin beer, pumpkin cocktails, or even a pumpkin spice latte, your hosts find the best cigar pairings for them. Join the show with your pumpkin-flavored pairing and partake in the fun. Pairings Robby: Pumpkin Spice White Russian & Tatuaje Shaggy Pumpkin ππ» Sensei: Wiley Roots Pumpkin Spice Ale & La Palina Goldie No. 5 ππ» Jordan: Wiley Roots Pumpkin Spice Ale & Tatuaje The Tiff ππ» Votes Robby: 61% Sensei: 39% Audience Pairing Mike Heykens: Pumpkin Old Fashioned & Tatuaje Skinny Monsters Hyde
2023-10-171h 17
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Emerging Brands WildcardItβs a wildcard edition of Flavor Odyssey, and your hosts Robby and Randy continue the emerging cigar brands theme. EXCEPTβ¦ this week, everyone picks their own brand and drink pairings. Do you have a cigar brand that you feel is going to be the next big thing? Tune in and join the fun. Pairings Cigar Surgeon: Powstanie SBC22 & Pumpkin Pie Milkshake IPA ππ» Robby: Patina 5th Anniversary & French Connection ππ» Jordan: All Saints Solamente & World's Best Old Fashioned ππ» Matt: HVC Hot Cake Golden Line & World's Best Old Fashioned ππ» Votes Surgeon: 57% Robby: 43% Audience Pairing Mike Heykens: Fosforo Maduro & Vieux Carre
2023-10-041h 24
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β West Tampa TakedownThis week on Flavor Odyssey, itβs the final leg in our journey into trending and emerging cigar brands, and your hosts Robby and Randy will be exploring offerings from Rick Rodriguez and his West Tampa Tobacco Co. Pick a drink you think would pair best with a WTT White, Black, Red, or Attic Series and join the fun. Pairings Randy: West Tampa Red & Coffee Boulevardier ππ» Robby: West Tampa Black & Bar Drake Manhattan ππ» Sensei: West Tampa Red & Coffee Bourbon County Stout ππ» Jordan: West Tampa Red & Coffee Bourbon County Stout ππ» Votes Randy: 30% Robby: 70% Audience Pairing Kevin Acuff: West Tampa Red & 2019 Acacia Pinot Noir
2023-09-271h 16
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Smoking BSL In The Windy CityBlack Star Line Cigars out of Chicago have been turning heads over the past five years, and are clearly one of the trending and emerging brands in the industry. This week on Flavor Odyssey, your hosts Robby and Randy find the best drink pairings for Aric Beyβs BSL releases. Pairings Randy: BSL War Witch & Revolver Cocktail ππ» Robby: BSL War Witch & Mocha Spritz Cocktail ππ» Sensei: BSL Rosewood 1923 & Green River Wheated Bourbon ππ» Jordan: BSL Dark War Witch & Elijah Craig 18-Year ππ» Votes Randy: 69% Robby: 31% Audience Pairing Bill Powers: BSL Dark War Witch & Fireball Bourbon Cream
2023-09-201h 14
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Conquering Ferio TegoFlavor Odyssey is back, and itβs time for a brand new four-week segment featuring emerging and trending cigar brands. Hosts Robby and Randy kick things off with Ferio Tego, a company spearheaded by industry legend Michael Herklots. Grab any Ferio Tego (including the Timeless series or even an older Nat Sherman) cigar and find the perfect drink pairing and join the fun! Pairings Randy: Timeless Prestige & Bourbon Maple Smash ππ» Robby: Ferio Tego Elegancia & Old Cuban ππ» Sensei: Ferio Tego Summa & Elijah Craig 18 Year ππ» Jordan: Ferio Tego Summa & A&W Root Beer ππ» Votes Randy: 53% Robby: 47% Audience Pairings Stephen Moses: Ferio Tego Generoso & Heaven Hil...
2023-09-061h 11
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Ginger Mint PalomaThis week on Flavor Odyssey, we seek the best cigar pairing for the Ginger Mint Paloma, which, on paper, appears to be a bit of a challenge. Your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs wind down their segment on emerging trends in the cocktail world, and will summarize what they have learned over the past several weeks. Pairings Randy: Plasencia Cosecha 149 & Ginger Mint Paloma ππ» Robby: ROS Desert Rose & Ginger Mint Paloma ππ» Sensei: Joya Ninjaragua & Ginger Mint Paloma ππ» Jordan: Fratello After BurnR & Ginger Mint Paloma ππ» Votes Randy: 27% Robby: 73% Audience Pairing Kevin O'Connor: Lost & Found 22 Minutes to Midnight Habano & Ginger Mint Paloma
2023-08-091h 14
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Orange Maple PenicillinFlavor Odysseyβs segment on emerging trends in cocktails contines, and this week, we explore a modern take on a somewhat modern cocktail. The Penicillin cocktail was invented in 2005, but weβre amping it up with maple syrup! On paper, this sounds like a perfect cigar pairing, and your hosts Robby and Randy dive head-first into the complex recipe. Pairings Randy: Espinosa Laranja & Orange Maple Penicillin ππ» Robby: Liga Feral Flying Pig & Orange Maple Penicillin ππ» Sensei: Illusione Original Documents Habano & Orange Maple Penicillin ππ» Jordan: Blackened M81 & Orange Maple Penicillin ππ» Votes Randy: 47% Robby: 53% Audience Pairing Bill Powers: New World Dorado & Orange Maple Penicillin
2023-08-021h 16
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Mezcal NegroniThis week on Flavor Odyssey, Robby and Randy continue their journey into emerging trends in the world of fine cocktails. On this episode, we explore an interesting take on a Negroni that is made with Mezcal. Will this cocktail be an impossible cigar pairing? Tune in to find out. Pairings Randy: Tatuaje MBS FK & Mezcal Negroni ππ» Robby: Ashton Symmetry & Mezcal Negroni ππ» Sensei: Ferio Tego Generoso & Mezcal Negroni ππ» Jordan: Illusione Epernay d'Aosta & Mezcal Negroni ππ» Votes Randy: 55% Robby: 45% Audience Pairing Randi Harrison: Dunbarton Red Meat Lovers Club & Mezcal Negroni
2023-07-261h 20
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Worldβs Best Old FashionedIs it a contradiction to say βmodern Old Fashioned?β Segment three of Flavor Odyssey season six is upon us, and for the next four weeks, we will be exploring emerging trends in the cocktail world. We will be looking at new cocktails and old cocktails with a modern twist, and thatβs where we are going firstβas your hosts Robby and Randy will be taking an Old Fashioned and bringing it into the modern age. And of course, we will also be seeking the perfect cigar match for this delicious libation. So grab a cigar and craft the drink an...
2023-07-191h 32
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Jokers Wild Vegas PairingsItβs a wildcard edition of Flavor Odyssey, therefore, itβs jokerβs wild (and by βjokers,β of course we mean your hosts Robby and Randy). As the Dojo team prepares for a week in Vegas for the PCA Trade Show, we are creating our own interpretation of what a true two-of-a-kind should look like. So channel your inner Rat Pack and join the fun! Pairings Randy: Winston Churchill & Martini Cocktail ππ» Robby: Factory Smokes Shade & Pacifico Tallboy ππ» Jordan: OpusX & Van Winkle Lot B ππ» Votes Randy: 74% Robby: 26% Audience Pairing Nathan Stewart: BLK WKS S&R & Redneck Riviera Whiskey
2023-07-051h 05
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Far From TerroirItβs the final episode of Flavor Odysseyβs Emerging Cigar Trends segment, and on this episode, we explore familiar wrapper types that are grown in atypical regions. Cameroon from Honduras? Broadleaf from Nicaragua? Corojo from Connecticut? It seems that tobacco agronomists are getting creative these days, and your hosts Robby and Randy will be exploring drink pairings with these tobaccos grown far from their normal terroir. Pairings Randy: Aladino Cameroon & Dark Lager ππ» Robby: Aladino Cameroon & Slowpoke Shandy ππ» Sensei: Aladino Cameroon & Black Ship Cocktail ππ» Jordan: Alec Bradley Double Broadleaf & Black Ship Cocktail ππ» Votes Randy: 36% Robby: 64% Audience Pairing Kevin O'Connor: Protocol Eliot Ness Maduro &
2023-06-281h 21
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Wrapper Yin YangThis week on Flavor Odyssey, we continue our journey into emerging cigar styles. On this episode, your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs explore Connecticut Shade-wrapped cigars combined with maduro binders. While this style certainly isnβt new, itβs gained a great deal of momentum with releases such as the Dunbarton Sobremesa BrΓ»lΓ©e, Tatuaje Negociant, and our own Diet Sarsaparilla. The sweetness of the maduro binder might compliment the buttery/bitter notes of the CT wrapper, but what drink will round out the pairing? Tune in and find out. Pairings Randy: Sobremesa BrΓ»lΓ©e & Coffee Old Fash...
2023-06-211h 16
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Conquering Large-Gauge CigarsLove them or hate them, giant ring-gauge cigars are here to stay. This week on Flavor Odyssey, your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs seek to find great drink pairings for premium cigars that are 60-plus in ring gauge. Grab the most massive cigar from your humidor and join the fun on Flavor Odyssey. Pairings Robby: Mint Julep & NUb Double Maduro ππ» Sensei: Habanero Whiskey Sour & Perdomo Inmenso ππ» Jordan: Habanero Whiskey Sour & JFR Lunatic Maduro ππ» Votes Randy: 16% Robby: 84% Audience Pairing Kevin O'Connor: Tatuaje Gran Cojonu & Rock Hill Farms Bourbon
2023-06-141h 12
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Beyond The Barber PoleGet ready for the newest segment in this yearβs Flavor Odyssey journey, as your hosts Robby and Randy will be exploring trends in the cigar industry. This week, we tackle multi-wrapper cigars such as the barber pole (or even more intricately wrapped variations) and what drink will pair best. Pairings Randy: Black Label Neon Tiger & Lime Whiskey Sour ππ» Robby: RoMa Craft CRAFT 2013 & Beggar's Banquet Cocktail ππ» Sensei: RoMa Craft Black Irish & Craft Black & Tan ππ» Jordan: BLK WKS S&R & Craft Black & Tan ππ» Votes Randy: 33% Robby: 67% Audience Pairing Bill Powers: All Saints Saint Patrick's Firecracker & Revolver Cocktail
2023-06-071h 23
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Best Summer CocktailsSummertime and the livinβs easy. While technically summer hasnβt yet arrived, your Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby and Randy want to get you prepared for the heat. This week, itβs a WILDCARD edition of Flavor Odyssey, featuring favorite summer cocktails along with the cigars that pair best. Pairings Randy: Randy: Mojito Cocktail & Casa Fuente ππ» Robby: Shipwreck Cocktail & Aganorsa Aniversario Maduro ππ» Sensei: Gin Fizz & Davidoff Year of the Bull ππ» Jordan: Gin Fizz & Alfonso AΓ±eojo ππ» Votes Randy: 70% Robby: 30% Audience Pairing Mike Smith: Espinosa Laranja & Grapefruit Shandy
2023-05-311h 21
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Submerged In American StoutWhatβs old is new again! Itβs our final stop seeking great cigar pairings with emerging trends in the craft beer industry, and we dive feet-first into the American stout. Thatβs right, Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby and Randy immerse themselves into American stout-style beer, which, on paper, should make for a phenomenal cigar pairing. Pairings Randy: Faction Imperial Stout & Liga 9 ππ» Robby: Federation Low Boy Stout & Tatuaje Jason ππ» Sensei: Malpais Stout & Liga UF-4 ππ» Jordan: Malpais Stout & Aganorsa Rare Leaf Maduro ππ» Votes Randy: 44% Robby: 56% Audience Pairing Nathan Stewart: Murder of Crows Imperial Stout & EPC La Historia
2023-05-241h 19
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Do Cigars Pair Well with a Kettle Sour Beer?Flavor Odyssey gets back on track, exploring the hottest beer trends in the industry. This week, your hosts Robby and Randy explore kettle sour-style beers. There is no doubt this will be a challenging style of beer to pair with a cigar. Make sure to grab a kettle sour and a cigar and play along with us. Pairings Randy: Glorious Guava Sour & ReviveR (2021) ππ» Robby: Guava Dreams Sour & Patina Connecticut ππ» Sensei: Goliath Pineapple Papaya Fandango Sour & Espinosa Laranja ππ» Jordan: Goliath Pineapple Papaya Fandango Sour & Fuente Casa Cuba ππ» Votes Randy: 76% Robby: 24% Audience Pairing Jimmy Birster: Cross Reference Sour & Undercrown 10
2023-05-171h 21
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Unicorn SlayersItβs Unicorn Season! Thatβs right, cigar hunters, this week on Flavor Odyssey, we smoke some sticks that you canβt get anymore, and give them the send-off they deserve. Hosts Rob, Eric, and Jordan each extract a cigar from the humidor they have been waiting for the right moment to smoke, because these unicorns ainβt coming around again! We invite the audience to find a unicorn in their collection and join the fun.
2023-05-101h 19
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Liga Privada H99Itβs time for number one! Thatβs right, folks, itβs the final episode of our Cigar of the Year segment of Flavor Odyssey, and hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs seek out the best drink pairing for the Drew Estate Liga Privada H99 Connecticut Corojo, which took the top spot in our year-end list for 2022. Grab an H99 and join the fun. Pairings Randy: Randy: Liga H99 & Vieux Carre Cocktail ππ» Robby: Robby: Liga H99 & Fieldwork Hot Chocolate Milk Stout ππ» Jordan: Liga H99 & BCS Reserve 2021 OF 150th Anniversary ππ» Votes Randy: 52% Robby: 48% Audience Pairing Craig Lee: Liga H99 & PB Eugene Coffee Porter
2023-04-121h 19
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Knuckle Sandwich HabanoPack your bags, kids, we are going to Flavor Town! Yes, thatβs right, this week on Flavor Odyssey, your hosts Robby and Randy seek the best drink pairing for Guy Fieriβs Knuckle Sandwich Habano by Espinosa Premium Cigars, which snagged our number 3 spot on this yearβs best of the best list. Pairings Randy: KS Habano & Old Fashioned Cocktail ππ» Robby: KS Habano & Airmail Cocktail ππ» Sensei: New World Dorado & Gold Rush Cocktail ππ» Jordan: New World Dorado & Gold Rush Cocktail ππ» Votes Randy: 26% Robby: 74% Audience Pairing Kevin O'Connor: KS Habano & Treehouse Gose
2023-04-051h 27
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β AJ Fernandez New World DoradoAs the Odyssey continues! Flavor Odyssey is back this Wednesday night, and your hosts Master Sensei and Randy Griggs continue their pairing journey through the Cigar Dojo Cigar of the Year Sampler Pack. On this episode, we seek the perfect pairing for the golden glow of the AJ Fernandez New World Dorado, which came in number four in our year-end list. Pairings Randy: New World Dorado & Pot 'O Gold Cocktail ππ» Sensei: New World Dorado & Gold Rush Cocktail ππ» Jordan: New World Dorado & Gold Rush Cocktail ππ» Votes Randy: 23% Robby: 77% Audience Pairing Randi Harrison: New World Dorado & Ginger Gold Rush
2023-03-291h 22
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Alec Bradley Double BroadleafThis week on Flavor Odyssey, we continue our journey through the Dojo Cigar of the Year Sampler from Smoke Inn. The task at hand on this episode is finding the best drink pairing for the Alec Bradley Double Broadleaf, which came in at number 9 on our Cigar of the Year list. Grab a Double Broadleaf and join the fun. Pairings Randy: AB Double Broadleaf & Bakery: Boysenberry Pie Stout ππ» Sensei: AB Double Broadleaf & Double Old Fashioned ππ» Jordan: AB Double Broadleaf & Double Old Fashioned ππ» Votes Randy: 58% Robby: 42% Audience Pairing Bill Powers: AB Double Broadleaf & Founders KBS Stout
2023-03-151h 19
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Guardian Of The Farm CerberusHosts Robby and Randy begin their quest to find the best drink pairing for the Dojo Cigar of the Year Sampler at Smoke Inn. They kick things off with the No. 7 Cigar of the Year, the Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Cerberus. Grab a sampler for yourself and play along, sharing your best pairings over the next five weeks. Pairings Randy: White Russian & GOTF Cerberus ππ» Robby: Belgian Blonde Leffe & GOTF Cerberus ππ» Sensei: Zafra Master Reserve 21 Yr Rum & GOTF Cerberus ππ» Jordan: Zafra Master Reserve 21 Yr Rum & GOTF Cerberus ππ» Votes Randy: 39% Robby: 61% Audience Pairing Kevin & Barb: Spiced Chai Tea & GOTF Cerberus
2023-03-011h 21
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Season 5 FinaleItβs the season 5 finale, where your hosts Robby and Randy reflect on the hits and misses from this past season. On this episode, Randy will partake in Robbyβs favorite pairing from season 5 (Tatuaje Tuxtla 7th & Vieux CarrΓ©) and Robby will partake in Randyβs favorite (Alma Fuerte & Espresso Martini). Grab your favorite pairing from season 5 and join the fun! Pairings Randy: Vieux CarrΓ© & Tatuaje Tuxtla 7th ππ» Robby: Espresso Martini & Alma Fuerte ππ» Sensei: BTAC Thomas Handy Rye & Liga H99 ππ» Jordan: Lucky Seven The Proprietor 14 Year & Liga H99 ππ» Votes Randy: 49% Robby: 51% Audience Pairing Bill Powers: Olmec Maduro & French Connection Cocktail
2023-02-081h 31
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Gin & Tonic Redux EpisodeItβs a WILDCARD edition of Flavor Odyssey, and on this episode, your hosts, Robby and Randy, will be revisiting a Gin & Tonic cocktail. In season 2 Robby gave a thumbs down to his RoMa Craft Baka with the cocktail, and Randy had the same disappointment with the Southern Draw 300 Hands Habano. Can the team find the right pairing for this floral and botanical drink? Tune in to find out. Pairings Randy: Gin & Tonic & Davidoff YamasΓ‘ ππ» Robby: Gin & Tonic & Montecristo Especiales ππ» Sensei: Gin & Tonic & Perdomo Double Aged 12-Year Vintage Connecticut ππ» Jordan: Gin & Tonic & ReviveR (2018) ππ» Votes Randy: 36% Robby: 64% Audience Pairing Barry Driscoll: Gunpowder G&T wit...
2023-02-011h 17
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Florida Sun Grown EpisodeItβs the final episode of Flavor Odysseyβs Born in the USA segment, featuring cigars that have close ties to the good olβ USA. This week, your hosts seek the best drink pairing for the Drew Estate FSG cigar, which uses filler tobacco grown in the heart of Florida. Pairings Randy: FSG & Jane Russell ππ» Sensei: FSG 20 Acre Farm & Sazerac Cocktail ππ» Jordan: FSG 20 Acre Farm & Sazerac Cocktail ππ» Scott: FSG 20 Acre Farm & Sazerac Cocktail ππ» Votes Randy: 53% Sensei: 47% Audience Pairing Jimmy Birster: FSG 20 Acre Farm & Buffalo Trace Kosher Rye
2023-01-251h 13
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Liga Privada No. 9Oh that beautiful, rich Connecticut River Valley Broadleaf! Our Born in the USA segment continues, as your hosts seek the best drink pairing for the Drew Estate Liga Privada No. 9, which is draped with the most sought-after Broadleaf on earth. **Apologies for the audio issues at the start of the show. It was fixed around the 20-minute mark. Pairings Randy: Bourbon Blackberry-collins & Liga #9 ππ» Sensei: Reverse Manhattan & Liga #9 ππ» Jordan: Reverse Manhattan & Liga #9 ππ» Votes Randy: 57% Sensei: 43% Audience Pairing Kevin Acuff: Liga #9 & Hot Chocolate Brownie Espresso
2023-01-181h 15
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Tatuaje 15th AnniversaryThis week on Flavor Odyssey, hosts Robby and Randy continue their journey into American cigars with the Tatuaje 15th Anniversary, which is rolled in Miami at the El Rey de los Habanos factory. What drink pairs best with this delicious premium cigar? Tune in to find out. Pairings Randy: Tatuaje 15 & Rye Manhattan ππ» Robby: Tatuaje 15 & Campfire Stout ππ» Sensei: Tatuaje 15 & WL Weller Bourbon ππ» Jordan: Tatuaje 15 & Bourbon County Stout ππ» Votes Randy: 48% Robby: 52% Audience Pairing Nathan Stuart: Tatuaje 15 & Doc Swinson's Alter Ego Solera Aged Rye
2023-01-111h 21
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Warped Don ReynaldoThe first show of 2023 is also the first show for the American segment, featuring cigars with a tie into the good olβ USA. First up in the segment, Robby and Randy find a great drink pairing for the Don Reynaldo from Warped. One of the highest rated cigars on the Dojo, Don Reynaldo is made in the heart of Miami at the El Titan de Bronze factory. Pairings Robby: Winter Highball & Don Reynaldo ππ» Jordan: (Robot-Designed) Disaronno Sour & Don Reynaldo ππ» Votes Robby: 66% Jordan: 34% Audience Winner Kevin O'Connor: Don Reynaldo & Dominicana Cream Cocktail
2023-01-041h 05
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Choose Your Own AdventureItβs a wildcard edition of Flavor Odyssey. Robby and Randy celebrate the holidays with a βchoose your own adventureβ edition to close out the year. Grab your favorite holiday cigar and drink pairings and join the show. Pairings Randy: Illusione Haut 10 & Peerless Rye ππ» Robby: Fuente Rare Pinks & Pappy's 20 ππ» Sensei: Lost & Found 22 Minutes to Midnight Connecticut & Apple Pie Smoothie Seltzer ππ» Jordan: HVC La Rosa 520 Rare of Rare & Peerless Bourbon ππ» Votes Randy: 31% Robby: 69% Audience Pairing Steve Toth: Foundation Tabernacle CT No. 142
2022-12-281h 18
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β The Vieux CarrΓ© EpisodeItβs time to wrap up the Cognac Connection segment of season 5, and we do so with a fancy-sounding Cognac cocktail called the Vieux CarrΓ©. Who will find the best cigar pairing for the drink? Tune in to find out. Pairings Randy: Vieux CarrΓ© & Las Calaveras '22 ππ» Robby: Vieux CarrΓ© & Tatuaje Tuxtla ππ» Sensei: Vieux CarrΓ© & Diamond Crown Black Diamond ππ» Jordan: Vieux CarrΓ© & HVC SelecciΓ³n No. 1 ππ» Votes Randy: 35% Robby: 65% Audience Winner Kevin O'Connor
2022-12-141h 28
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β The Cognac EpisodeForget the mixers, forget the garnish, set aside any other added ingredients, because this week on Flavor Odyssey itβs straight-up cognac. Thatβs right, folks, on this episode of Flavor Odyssey, your hosts seek out the best cigar pairing with cognac. Grab a glass and a cigar and join the show. Pairings Sensei: D'Usse VSOP & Padron 1964 ππ» Robby: Kirkland Signature XO & Winston Churchill LE 2022 ππ» Jordan: D'Usse VSOP & Undercrown 10 ππ» Votes Sensei: 49% Robby: 51% Audience Pairing Kevin Acuff Davidoff XO & Davidoff Year of the Tiger
2022-12-061h 10
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Sidecar CocktailRobby and Randy continue the "Cognac Connection" segment of season 5 with a simple cocktail that emphasizes the best qualities of cognac. But which premium cigar pairs best with a Sidecar? Tune in to find out. Pairings Randy: Sidecar (sugar-rimmed) & Laranja Reserva ππ» Robby: Sidecar & Davidoff Nicaragua ππ» Sensei: Sidecar & H. Upmann Heritage ππ» Jordan: Sidecar & Aganorsa Rare Leaf ππ» Votes Randy: 38% Robby: 62% Audience CigarCop: Joya Ninjaragua & Sidecar
2022-11-301h 16
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Black Rose CocktailRobby and Randy start a brand new segment of Flavor Odyssey Season 5, and this time they focus in on Cognac. The first round will feature the Black Rose, which is a simple yet delicious cocktail that should go great with a premium cigar. But what cigar will pair best? Tune in to find out. Pairings Randy: Black Rose & Ferio Tego Generoso ππ» Robby: Black Rose & Liga Privada 10 ππ» Sensei: Black Rose & Tatuaje TAA 50th ππ» Jordan: Black Rose & Diamond Crown Black Diamond ππ» Votes Randy: 29% Robby: 71% Audience Pairing Kevin Acuff
2022-11-231h 19
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Don Pepin Garcia BlueNo segment about Nicaraguan cigars would be complete without focusing on a classic smoke such as the Don Pepin Garcia Blue (DPG Original). This week, hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs seek the best drink pairing for this distinctly Nicaraguan classic. Pairings Randy: DPG & El Presidente Cocktail ππ» Robby: DPG & Tootsie Roll Cocktail ππ» Sensei: Serie JJ & Elijah Craig Toasted Oak ππ» Jordan: Liga Privada Bauhaus & Prairie BOMB! ππ» Votes Randy: 33% Robby: 67% Audience Winner Kevin O'Connor
2022-11-091h 10
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Oliva Serie V MelanioWe continue our deep dive into Nicaraguan cigars on Flavor Odyssey, and your hosts feature the Oliva Serie V Melanio, one of the most critically acclaimed cigars on the market. Wrapped with a gorgeous Ecuadorian Sumatra leaf and filled with all-Nicaraguan tobaccos, what drink will pair best with this delicious premium cigar? Pairings Randy: Oliva Serie V Melanio & Dunkel ππ» Sensei: Oliva Serie V Melanio & Old Cuban cocktail ππ» Jordan: Oliva Serie V Melanio & Old Cuban cocktail ππ» Matt: Oliva Serie V Melanio & Old Cuban cocktail ππ» Votes Randy: 25% Sensei: 75% Audience Pairing Winner Mike Harvey
2022-11-021h 05
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Joya De Nicaragua AntaΓ±oFull flavor, spice, pepper -- these are some of the characteristics of Nicaraguan tobacco, and for the next four weeks, Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs are diving deep into Nicaraguan cigars. This week, they will seek the best drink pairing for the βTrue Nicaraguan Puro,β Joya de Nicaragua AntaΓ±o. Pairings Robby: AntaΓ±o & Maple Old Fashioned ππ» Sensei: AntaΓ±o & El MacuΓ‘ ππ» Jordan: AntaΓ±o & El MacuΓ‘ ππ» Votes Robby: 40% Sensei: 60% Audience Pairing Winner Barry Cigarcop
2022-10-191h 13
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey - Oktoberfest WILDCARD: KolschAs Oktoberfest winds down, Robby and Randy just couldnβt get enough German beer; so, on this WILDCARD edition of Flavor Odyssey, they seek the best cigar pairing for a kolsch-style beer. This clean, crisp, subtly fruity German hybrid might make you rethink German beers, but what pairs best with it? Find out on this episode. Pairings Robby: Reissdorf Kolsch & ReviveR ππ» Sensei: Gaffel Kolsch & Aladino ππ» Jordan: Gaffel Kolsch & Bricktoberfest ππ» Matt: Gaffel Kolsch & My Father No. 1 ππ» Votes Robby: 68% Sensei: 32%
2022-10-121h 13
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Oktoberfest Week Four- DoppelbockIt's a special Thursday night edition of Flavor Odyssey. Robby and Randy wrap up the Oktoberfest segment of season 5 by finding the best pairing for the Paulaner Salvator Doppelbock. Join the fun by grabbing a Doppelbock beer and a cigar and tune in. Pairings Randy: Salvator Doppelbock & Blackened M81 by Drew Estate ππ» Robby: Salvator Doppelbock & Julius Caeser ππ» Jordan: Salvator Doppelbock & Black Star Line Lalibela ππ» Matt: Salvator Doppelbock & Arturo Fuente Don Carlos ππ» Votes Randy: 56% Robby: 44%
2022-10-061h 08
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey - Oktoberfest Week Three - Oktoberfest FestbierItβs stop number three on the Flavor Odyssey Oktoberfest celebration. This week, your hosts Robby and Randy will be pairing cigars with Oktoberfest Festbier. Grab a cigar and a German ale and join the fun. Pairings Robby: Oktoberfest MΓ€rzen & Quesada Oktoberfest 2022 ππ» Sensei: Oktoberfest Bier & Quesada Oktoberfest Dunkel (2013) ππ» Jordan: Oktoberfest Bier & Quesada Oktoberfest Nicaragua (2016) ππ» Matt: Oktoberfest Bier & Illusione Epernay ππ» Votes Robby: 42% Sensei: 58%
2022-09-281h 01
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Oktoberfest Week Two: Kloster Barock DunkelThe Flavor Odyssey Oktoberfest celebration continues. This week we find the best cigar pairing for the Kloster Barock Dunkel. The word βdunkelβ is German for βdark,β and this dark beer style offers beer lovers balanced flavors of chocolate, bread crust, and caramel, which sounds like a great match for a premium cigar. Pairings Randy: Fuente Fuente Lost City Sensei: Padron 1964 Maduro Jordan: Plasencia Alma Fuerte Votes Randy: 26% Sensei: 74%
2022-09-2157 min
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β The Andalusian Bull EpisodeWednesday, August 17th, Destination Dominicana continues as your Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby and Randy seek the best drink pairing for the Andalusian Bull from La Flor Dominicana. Pairings Randy: Revolver Cocktail / Andalusian Bull ππ» Robby: Grownup Arnold Palmer / Andalusian Bull ππ» Sensei: Heaven Hill Bourbon / Andalusian Bull ππ» Jordan: The Prideful Goat Rye / Andalusian Bull ππ» Votes Randy: 68% Robby: 32%
2022-08-171h 12
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey - The Fuente Hemingway EpisodeDestination Dominicana continues, as your Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby and Randy seek the best drink pairing for the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Classic. The subtle, sweet Cameroon wrapper on this cigar poses a unique challenge, as it might be easily overrun by stronger drinks, so tune in to find out what libation pairs best. Pairings - Randy: Mint Margarita / Hemingway ππ» - Robby: Guinness Nitro Cold Brew / Hemingway ππ» - Sensei: Arnold Palmer / Hemingway ππ» - Jordan: Arnold Palmer / Hemingway ππ» Votes: - Randy: 25% - Robby: 75%
2022-08-101h 01
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β The Davidoff Grand Cru EpisodeItβs Destination Dominicana! This week on Flavor Odyssey, your hosts Robby and Randy tackle a sophisticated cigar and drink pairing with the Davidoff Grand Cru. Thatβs right, folks, we kickoff the βDestination Dominicanaβ four-week segment by finding the best drink pairing for the Grand Cru. Pairings Randy: Beggar's Banquet Cocktail - Grand Cru ππ» Robby: Bordeaux SupΓ©rieur - Grand Cru ππ» Sensei: Daiquiri - Grand Cru ππ» Jordan: Dark & Stormy - Grand Cru ππ» Votes Randy: 62% Robby: 38%
2022-08-021h 09
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β The Peated Scotch EpisodeFlavor Odyssey has wrapped up the Amaretto Avenue segment, so now itβs time for a wildcard episode. This week, Robby and Randy tackle a classic cigar pairing in the form of peated Scotch. What cigars pair well with Scotch's smoky side? Tune in to find out. Pairings Randy: Oban 14 - JOYA Ninjaragua ππ» Robby: Lagavulin 16 - Mi Querida ππ» Sensei: Lagavulin 16 - Swamp Thang Flying Pig ππ» Jordan: Lagavulin 16 - Herrera Esteli Brazilian Maduro ππ» Votes Randy: 37% Robby: 63%
2022-07-271h 13
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β French Connection EpisodeAmaretto Avenue continues this week as we seek the best cigar pairing for the French Connection. No, not the famous Gene Hackman, Roy Scheider thriller from 1971, but the cocktail! In fact, this is one of the easiest cocktails to create: simply pour 1 ounce of amaretto and 1.5 ounces of cognac in a rocks glass over ice! Make yourself a French Connection, pick a cigar that should pair well, and join the action! Pairings Randy: El GΓΌegΓΌense ππ» Sensei: Ferio Tego Generoso ππ» Jordan: Plasencia Cosecha 149 ππ» Matt: Perdomo 10th Sun Grown ππ» Votes Randy: 22% Sensei: 31% Jordan: 33% Matt: Perdomo 14%
2022-07-061h 09
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β EPC Encore EpisodeFlavor Odyssey is going Au Naturel by exploring natural-wrapped cigars and which drink pairings are best. This week, your hosts smoke the EPC Encore and attempt to determine what drink brings out the best for this cigar. Thumbs Randy: ππ» Sensei: ππ» Jordan: ππ» Votes Randy: 15% Sensei: 70% Jordan: 15%
2022-03-301h 03
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β AVO Fogata & Whiskey SourItβs the final episode exploring the salty flavor component, as your Flavor Odyssey hosts pair the AVO Fogata with a whiskey sour cocktail. You can whip up your own version of a whiskey sour or try Jordanβs famous βHazy sour,β which is an interesting take on the classic cocktail.
2021-08-181h 12
Flavor OdysseyA Flavor Odyssey β My Father Paired With Belgian TripelThe Odyssey continuesβ¦ this week, Robby and Randy continue their journey into the habano wrapper as they pair the classic My Father with a Belgian tripel. Itβs been awhile since the team has tackled a beer pairing, which both hosts specialize in, but will the combo be a hit or miss?
2020-09-231h 05
Flavor OdysseyA Flavor Odyssey β Herrera Esteli Paired With El Brujito CocktailThis week, Robby and Randy dive deeper into the Habano wrapper, as they pair Drew Estateβs Herrera Esteli with the El Brujito cocktail (as picked by Drew Estateβs own Frankie Dranks from the Sticks and Sips podcast). Itβs our hosts' second foray into this classic wrapper and itβs possible this leaf might just pair well with everything... but you will have to tune in to find out.
2020-09-161h 13
Flavor OdysseyA Flavor Odyssey with Davidoffβs Klaas KelnerThe Odyssey continuesβ¦ this week, Davidoffβs Klaas Kelner joins Robby and Randy as they begin their journey into the Habano leaf. On this first episode featuring Habano wrapper, we pair the Davidoff Late Hour with Scotch whisky. Kelner, the Senior Brand Ambassador from Davidoff, will be guiding us and giving us the inside scoop on what we might expect from this pairing, as well as future pairings with this classic wrapper.
2020-09-091h 19
Flavor OdysseyA Flavor Odyssey β Cameroon and MojitosThe Odyssey continuesβ¦ itβs a WILDCARD episode with our hosts Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs, taking a quick detour into Cameroon-wrapped cigars and pairing with a Mojito cocktail. Grab some rum, mint, club soda, simple syrup, and your favorite Cameroon-wrapped cigar, and join the Odyssey.
2020-09-0254 min
Flavor OdysseyA Flavor Odyssey β Oliva V Melanio & CoffeeThe Odyssey continuesβ¦ as the team will be on their final leg of the Sumatra wrapper journey. This week, we pair the Oliva Serie V Melanio with coffee. It will also be a special episode of Flavor Odyssey, as we celebrate the one-year anniversary of the show and Randy travels to Dojo headquarters to be live in studio!
2020-08-261h 07
Flavor OdysseyA Flavor Odyssey β Dogma Sun Grown & BourbonCoinciding with Cigar Dojoβs monumental collaborative release of the Undercrown Dogma Sun Grown, this weekβs pairing features this cigar with Master Senseiβs drink of choice: bourbon! Helping to sort this pairing out, special guest Jack Heyer of Drew Estate will be joining us live.
2020-08-191h 07
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Ashton VSG Old FashionedThis weekβs Flavor Odyssey features a pairing that, on paper, looks to be a massive home run. Robby and Randy continue their journey into the Sumatran wrapper and pair the Ashton VSG with a cocktail in the form an old fashioned made with rye whiskey.
2020-08-121h 14
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Pete Johnson of TatuajeWe begin our journey into the Sumatran wrapper. To usher in this portion of the Odyssey, Robby and Randy are joined by none other than Tatuajeβs Pete Johnson. Pete has done some amazing things with Sumatran wrapper, so he will be the perfect guest to kick things off. This week, we are pairing the Tatuaje TAA 2020 with a Zinfandel wine, so grab a bottle and join the fun.
2020-08-051h 38
Flavor OdysseyFlavor Odyssey β Sour Beer Sucks, Change My MindItβs a WILDCARD edition of Flavor Odyssey, and this week, beer expert Randy Griggs and Jordan "the wiz-kid producer" try to convince Master Sensei that sour beers donβt suck AND they can even pair well with cigars. Will they change Senseiβs mind?
2020-07-291h 05
Flavor OdysseyA Flavor Odyssey β Aladino Corojo Reserva & Porter BeerItβs the final episode in the Corojo wrapper series, as Robby and Randy pair the Aladino Corojo Reserva from JRE Tobacco with a porter-style beer. Corojo wrapper has proven to pair well with almost everything the team has thrown at it, but will the porter be an exception? Tune in to find out.
2020-07-221h 25
Flavor OdysseyA Flavor Odyssey - Lunatic Torch & Old Cuban CocktailThe boys are at it again, continuing in their journey into the Corojo wrapper. This week, your hosts, Robby and Randy, fire up a Lunatic Torch from Aganorsa Leaf and pair it with an Old Cuban cocktail. Will it be a match made in heaven or get a big thumbs down?
2020-07-151h 24
Flavor OdysseyA Flavor Odyssey - El GΓΌegΓΌenseRobby and Randy continue their journey into the Corojo wrapper. This week they will be smoking the El GΓΌegΓΌense from Nick Melillo and Foundation Cigar Company and pairing it with rye whiskey. Will the Corojo be able to keep pace with the spicy rye, or will it be overrun? Grab an El GΓΌegΓΌense and some rye and join us to find out.
2020-07-081h 05
Flavor OdysseyA Flavor Odyssey β Corojo with Dion GiolitoIllusioneβs Dion Giolito joins Robby and Randy as they begin their journey into the Corojo wrapper. Not many folks know how to blend a Corojo-wrapped cigar better than Dion, so we will get his thoughts on pairing the highly-rated Haut 10 with root beer, as well as what we might expect as we explore this delicious tobacco variety.
2020-07-011h 19