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Flavor Odyssey
Cigar Pairing With Gold Star from United Cigars
This week on Flavor Odyssey, Robby Ras and Randy Griggs find the perfect drink pairing for the Gold Star from United Cigars.Our #18 cigar of the year (and in the Dojo’s ‘Cigar of the Year Sampler’ from Smoke Inn), it features an Ecuadorian Habano 2000 wrapper, Indonesian Sumatra binder, and fillers of Dominican Ligero, Criollo ’98, Corojo ’98, and Connecticut Broadleaf.PairingsRandy: Gold Standard cocktail & United Gold Star 👍🏻Robby: French 125 cocktail & United Gold Star 👍🏻VotesRandy 67% Robby: 33%🙋♂️ Audience PairingsJeff Endrizzi: Gold Star Robusto & Maple Whiskey Sour 👍🏻👍🏻𝙎𝙉...
2026-02-12
1h 13
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey: Pairing With the 601 La Bomba Warhead 11
This week on Flavor Odyssey, Robby Ras and Randy Griggs launch their annual journey through the Dojo’s Cigar of the Year Sampler from Smoke Inn. The featured cigar is the 601 La Bomba Warhead 11, a bold release from AJ Fernández’s San Lotano factory. The guys break down what makes this cigar stand out and invite listeners to join in with their own pairing picks. Every audience pairing entry has a chance to win prizes, including a free Flavor Odyssey sampler.PairingsRandy: The Detonator Highball & 601 La Bomba Warhead 11 👍🏻Robby: The Nor'easter & 601 La Bomba Warhe...
2026-02-05
1h 19
Flavor Odyssey
The Wildest Cigar Pairing Challenge Yet!
This week on Flavor Odyssey, Randy Griggs and Master Sensei take a mini-odyssey unlike any other—one built around pure pairing versatility.The challenge? Find one cigar that can hold its own against three wildly different drinks: kombucha, dessert wine, and even pickle beer. It’s a true test of balance, adaptability, and flavor synergy as the hosts search for the ultimate “all-purpose” cigar pairing.And for the audience, it’s a total wildcard week—bring any cigar and any drink, join the conversation, and compete for bragging rights. Grab something bold, pour something weird, and let’s se...
2026-01-29
1h 18
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey: Fuente vs. Padrón
Two titans of the cigar world go head-to-head on Flavor Odyssey. And no—we’re not talking about your hosts, Robby and Randy. This week’s battle features two of the most legendary brands in cigars: Arturo Fuente and Padrón.Which one pairs best with a World’s Best Old Fashioned?Robby steps into the ring for Padrón, while Randy defends Fuente in a no-holds-barred showdown for flavor supremacy. Grab a Fuente or a Padrón, mix up your favorite Old Fashioned, and join the debate as we put these icons to the test.
2026-01-15
1h 15
Flavor Odyssey
We Built Perfect Pairings with Only 3 Ingredients
KISS (Keep it Simple, Stupid) works for a lot of things in life, but does it hold up in the world of cocktails and cigar pairings? This week on Flavor Odyssey, hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs explore whether a standout pairing really needs to be complex. The challenge: craft your own three-ingredient cocktail, choose a cigar that complements it, and join the fun. Pairings Studio: Black Manhattan 👍🏻 🙋♂️ Audience Pairings Nathan Stewart: 10-Year Aged Alec Bradley Black Market Double Perfecto & Smoked Maple Old Fashioned
2025-12-11
1h 02
Flavor Odyssey
Cigar Pairing Tips & Tricks You Need to Know
This week on Flavor Odyssey, we’re diving into cigar pairing tips and tricks—everything from advanced techniques to simple strategies that work with just about any cigar and drink combo. Professor Robby Ras and Randy Griggs will be leading the class in this fun and informative episode. Don’t forget your school supplies (a cigar and a drink), and whatever you do, don’t be late for class! Pairings Randy: Brown Butter Tequila Sour & Aganorsa Leaf Aniversario Connecticut 👍🏻 Robby: Spiced Maple Rum Old Fashioned & Tatuaje Cojonu 2012 Capa Especial 👍🏻 Votes Randy 15% Robby: 85% 🙋♂️ Audience Pairings Mike Heykens: Room101 Red Rocket & Chocolate Boulivardier.
2025-12-04
1h 35
Flavor Odyssey
Sober October Pairings
Lock up the alcohol—it’s Sober October! Okay, maybe we won’t go the whole month, but your Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby and Randy are kicking things off by exploring some of the best non-alcoholic drinks and the premium cigars that pair perfectly with them. Mix up a fun mocktail (or any other non-alc drink) and join the show! Pairings Randy: Cold Brew Tonic & La Aroma de Cuba Mi Amor 👍🏻 Robby: Root Beer Float & Foundation Tabernacle 👍🏻 Votes Randy 60% Robby: 40% 🙋♂️ Audience Pairings Steve Toth #pairing I went with a Mock Mojito paired with an Illusione Singulare. I made the Mojito with some fresh mint...
2025-10-09
59 min
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Manhattan Variations
In this four-episode segment, Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs explore classic cocktail recipes, creating new variations designed to pair perfectly with a premium cigar. This week, they tackle the Manhattan, typically made with bourbon, sweet vermouth, and bitters. Mix up your own Manhattan variation and join the fun! Pairings Randy: Black Walnut Manhattan & Liga Privada No. 9 👍🏻 Robby: Rob Roy cocktail & Artista Midnight 👎🏻 Votes Randy 89% Robby: 11% 🙋♂️ Audience Pairings OTTERS! (all otters tie).
2025-06-19
1h 17
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Wildcard COTY Winners Circle
In this episode, we’re focusing on the Otters! During the first segment of 2025, we’ve been exploring the best drink pairings for our Cigar of the Year Sampler, available at Smoke Inn. Our audience (aka “The Otters”) have joined in, creating their own pairings. Hosts Robby and Randy will highlight the top audience submissions, choose the best one, and award the winner with a sampler of their own. Pairings Randy: Randy: Bill Powers' Busted Pipe & Plasencia Alma Fuerte Colorado Claro 👍🏻 Robby: Nathan Stewart’s Modified Manhattan & Tatuaje TAA 2020 👍🏻 Votes Randy 38% Robby: 62% 🙋♂️ Audience Pairings Darrell Whitacre: Walnut Old Fashioned & Aganorsa Arsenio 👍🏻
2025-03-06
1h 15
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – ETDB Redemption Pairing
The No. 16 cigar on our Cigar of the Year list is the Redemption from El Titan de Bronze—everyone’s 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 👍🏻 Robby: Offshore Account & ETDB Redemption 👍🏻 Sensei: Henry Mckenna & ETDB Redemption 👍🏻 Jordan: Elijah Craig & ETDB Redemption 👍🏻 Votes Randy 52% Robby: 48% 🙋♂️ Audience Pairing Bill Powers: Busted Pipe cocktail & ETDB R
2025-02-13
1h 08
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Non-Alcoholic Cigar Pairings
It’s Dry January—a yearly campaign encouraging people to take a break from alcohol for the entire month. While we might not commit to going dry for a ‘full’ month… your hosts, Robby Ras and Randy Griggs, are on a mission to discover the best ‘dry’ drink and cigar pairings in this special episode. Get creative with your own non-alcoholic drink and cigar pairing and join the fun! Pairings Randy: BLTC Deliverance Porcelain & Fieldwork 'Day Money' NA Grapefruit Blonde Ale 👍🏻 Robby: Chai Blossom & Davidoff Dominicana 2014 👍🏻 Votes Randy 44% Robby: 56% 🙋♂️ Audience Pairing Sam P: Warped El Oso 10yr & Fever Tree w TCHO dark chocolate 👍🏻
2025-01-15
1h 27
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Season 8 Overview
Flavor Odyssey is gearing up for its exciting 8th season! In this kickoff episode, hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs will unveil all the details of what’s in store for the upcoming season. From thrilling new themes to creative cigar and drink pairings, they’ll set the stage for another unforgettable journey of flavor exploration. So light up a premium cigar, pour yourself a celebratory drink, and join the adventure. This is one episode you won’t want to miss! Pairings Randy: EPC Pledge & Sidecar Cocktail 👎🏻 Robby: El Centurion & Kirsch au Café 👍🏻 Votes Randy 48% Robby: 52% 🙋♂️ Audience Pairing Sam Finnell: Perdomo Double Aged...
2025-01-08
1h 26
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Friendsgiving
It’s Friendsgiving on Flavor Odyssey! That’s right, folks—it’s 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 👍🏻 Robby: Cranberry Smash & Aganorsa Rare Leaf Reserve 👎🏻 Sensei: Pumpkin Bourbon Smash & Joya Numero Uno 👍🏻 Jordan: Pumpkin Bourbon Smash & HVC Black Friday 2023 👎🏻 Votes Randy 39% Robby: 61% 🙋♂️ Audience Pairing Thane Russey: Apple Cide...
2024-11-27
1h 37
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Aganorsa Leaf Pairings
This week on Flavor Odyssey, hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs dive back into pairing drinks with the top 32 cigar brands from the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard. This episode features the 3rd most-checked-in brand: Aganorsa Leaf. Join us as we seek perfect pairings and celebrate this iconic brand. Grab your favorite Aganorsa cigar, mix up a drink, and tune in to validate your pairing game with us!
2024-11-20
1h 19
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Wildcard Cocktail Challenge Pt. 2
It’s the second week of Flavor Odyssey’s ‘Cocktail Challenge’ 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 Robby’s recipe below or concoct their own take on what exactly an Italian spritz might mean to you… as well as finding the perfect cigar to round out the pairing. Robby’s Italian Spritz - 2oz sweet Vermouth - 1oz Cointreau - 3oz Prosecco - 1oz sparkling water Pairings Randy: Robby's Italian Spritz & Warped Flor del Valle 👎🏻 Robby: Robby's Italian Spritz & BLTC Deliverance Por...
2024-10-02
1h 25
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Wildcard Cocktail Challenge Pt. 1
This 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 👍🏻 Robby: Gin & Tonic Variation & OpusX PerfecXion 8-8-8 👍🏻 Sensei: Gin & Tonic Variation & AVO Maduro 30th Anniversary 👎🏻 Jordan: Gin & Tonic Variation & Joya de Nicaragua Número Uno 👎🏻 Votes Randy: 54% Robby: 46% 🙋♂️ Audience Pairing Nathan Stweart: Gin & Tonic Variation & 2...
2024-09-25
1h 16
Smoke Night LIVE - Cigar Dojo
Smoke Night LIVE – Smoke Stash or Trash with Randy Griggs
Smoke, Stash, or Trash returns for its exciting sixth edition, featuring special guest Randy Griggs from Flavor Odyssey. The concept is simple but the choices are tough: Randy is presented with three premium cigars, and he must decide which one to smoke, which to stash for later, and which to trash. Watch as Randy takes the hot seat and faces the challenge of making near-impossible decisions with some of the finest cigars in the world. You won’t want to miss the drama and excitement as he navigates these tough calls!
2024-09-20
1h 52
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Pairings
This 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 👍🏻 Robby: Red Raider Cocktail & Mi Querida PapaSaka 👎🏻 Sensei: Henry McKenna (2009) & Muestra de Saka Nacatamale 👍🏻 Jordan: Henry McKenna (2009) & Muestra de Saka Nacatamale 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 73% Robby: 27% 🙋♂️ Audience Pairing Bill Powers: Revolver cocktail & Sin Compromiso 👍🏻
2024-09-17
1h 16
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Arturo Fuente Cigar Pairings
Do you have your golden ticket? It’s 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 Añejo No. 77 & Sazerac 👍🏻 Robby: Fuente Añejo & After Midnight cocktail 👍🏻 Sensei: OpusX 20th & Maple Cinnamon Whiskey Sour 👍🏻 Jordan: AF Hemingway & Maple Cinnamon Whiskey Sour 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 54% Robby: 46% Audience Pairing Michael TX: Don Carlos & Afternoon Pick Me Up
2024-06-25
1h 25
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Foundation Cigar Pairings
This week on Flavor Odyssey, your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs tackle the next brand on the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard by seeking the best drink pairing with cigars from Nick Melillo and Foundation Cigar Company. Grab your favorite Foundation cigar and join the fun. Pairings Randy: Metapa & Nutty Swizzle 👍🏻 Robby: Metapa & Jane Russel 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 30% Robby: 70% Audience Pairing Patrick Velasquez: Olmec Claro & Orange Bourbon Orange Crush
2024-06-19
1h 32
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Flor De Caña Wildcard
This week on Flavor Odyssey, it’s a wildcard episode featuring Flor de Caña rum. Your hosts, Robby Ras and Randy Griggs, will discuss the best cigar pairings with this amazing rum from Nicaragua. Pairings Randy: Flor de Caña 12 yr 👍🏻 Robby: Flor de Caña Ginger cocktail & OG Liga Privada Velvet Rat 👍🏻 Sensei: Hispaniola cocktail & Liga Privada Feral Flying Pig 👍🏻 Jordan: Hispaniola cocktail & Liga Privada 10 Aniversario Selección de Mercado 👍🏻 Votes Dojo Studios: 41% Robby: 59% Audience Pairing Nathan Stewart: Flor de Caña 12 Old Fashioned & Padron Family Reserve Natural
2024-06-03
1h 28
Smoke Night LIVE - Cigar Dojo
Smoke Night Live – Cigarbecue Pre - Game Show
The 13th Annual Cigarebecue is this Sunday, May 26th, featuring amazing prizes from the fine folks at Camacho. On this episode of Smoke Night LIVE, we get the ball rolling with pitmaster Randy Griggs as we discuss how we will be celebrating this year’s event. We will also be giving away a great prize on this episode to one lucky winner, so make sure to tune in and participate!
2024-05-24
2h 05
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Oliva Pairings
This 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 👎🏻 Robby: Oliva Master Blends 3 & Tombstone Cocktail 👍🏻 Sensei: Oliva Serie V Melanio Maduro & Margarita 👍🏻 Jordan: Oliva Serie V Melanio Maduro & Margarita 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 23% Robby: 77% Audience Pairing Bill CD: Oliva Serie V & Gold Rush
2024-05-22
1h 33
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Rocky Patel Pairings
It’s 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 👍🏻 Robby: RP Special Edition & High Horse Cocktail 👍🏻 Sensei: RP Olde World Reserve Corojo & Henry McKenna Bourbon 👍🏻 Jordan: RP Olde World Reserve Maduro & Henry McKenna Bourbon 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 55% Robby: 45% Audience Pairin...
2024-04-02
1h 28
Smoke Night LIVE - Cigar Dojo
Smoke Night LIVE – PCA First Impressions
Tonight on Smoke Night LIVE! It’s a special PCA edition of our First Impressions show. Robby Ras and Randy Griggs join the Dojo crew to smoke and rank the new cigars released at the PCA 2024 Trade Show. https://www.youtube.com/live/XAgmX04047s?si=how7xL-ZSzNAkf6t
2024-03-29
1h 53
Smoke Night LIVE - Cigar Dojo
Smoke Night LIVE – Which New Cigar Releases Move The Needle?
The Premium Cigar Association Trade Show (PCA) is a mere week away, and that means a plethora of announcements for new cigar products. But the real question is: which of these new product announcements move the needle? Which new products get you excited and which leave you scratching your head? On this episode, our expert panel, including John “Cigar Surgeon” McTavish and Flavor Odyssey’s Randy Griggs, give their thoughts as we head into the 2024 trade show.
2024-03-15
2h 24
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – JC Newman Cigar Pairings
This week on Flavor Odyssey, we focus in on J.C Newman and the world-famous El Reloj factory in Ybor City, continuing our journey through the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard. Your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs will find the best drink pairings with these amazing cigars, and the audience is invited to pair along for ultimate bragging rights. Pairings Sensei: Angel Cuesta & Old Cuban Cocktail 👍🏻 Robby: Julius Caeser (Toast Across America) & Man O' War Cocktail 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 57% Robby: 43% Audience Pairing TIE!
2024-02-28
1h 12
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Journey to the Center of the Dojoverse
On this episode of Flavor Odyssey, your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs outline Season 7, preparing the audience for the cigar pairing journey that is to come. Grab a fine cigar and drink of your choice and join the show. Pairings Randy: Davidoff The Late Hour & World's Best Old Fashioned Robby: Tatuaje Tuxtla Tenderloin & Rye Old Fashioned Audience Pairing Bill Powers: JDN Número Uno & Chardonnay
2024-01-05
1h 24
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Season 7 Wildcard Eucalyptus Tea
It’s 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 👍🏻 Sensei: Eucalyptus Hot Toddy & Sobremesa Wagashi 👎🏻 Jordan: Eucalyptus Hot Toddy & HVC La Rosa Rare of Rare 👎🏻 Votes Sensei: 50% Robby: 50% Audience Pairing Steve Toth: Organic Eucalyptus Tea & 2016 Alec Bradley Post Embargo
2023-12-13
1h 21
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Wine-Based RTD Cocktails
Flavor Odyssey continues its segment featuring Ready-to-Drink cocktails (RTD); this week, we look at wine-based RTDs. Unlike spirit-based RTDs, this type of RTD can be sold at retail locations that only have beer & wine licenses. Your hosts Robby and Randy will investigate how these drinks pair with premium cigars. Pairings Randy: Randy: Blueberry Cosmo & BLTC Bishops Blend 👍🏻 Robby: Peach Mojito & My Father El Centurion H-2K-CT 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 49% Sensei: 51% Audience Pairing Mike Heykens: Next Round Strawberry Lime Rose Sangria & ACID 20
2023-11-22
1h 34
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Ginger Mint Paloma
This 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 👍🏻 Robby: ROS Desert Rose & Ginger Mint Paloma 👍🏻 Sensei: Joya Ninjaragua & Ginger Mint Paloma 👍🏻 Jordan: Fratello After BurnR & Ginger Mint Paloma 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 27% Robby: 73% Audience Pairing Kevin O'Connor: Lost & Found 22 Minutes to Midnight Habano & Ginger Mint Paloma
2023-08-09
1h 14
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Wrapper Yin Yang
This 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 isn’t new, it’s gained a great deal of momentum with releases such as the Dunbarton Sobremesa Brûlée, 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 Brûlée & Coffee Old Fash...
2023-06-21
1h 16
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Conquering Large-Gauge Cigars
Love 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 👍🏻 Sensei: Habanero Whiskey Sour & Perdomo Inmenso 👍🏻 Jordan: Habanero Whiskey Sour & JFR Lunatic Maduro 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 16% Robby: 84% Audience Pairing Kevin O'Connor: Tatuaje Gran Cojonu & Rock Hill Farms Bourbon
2023-06-14
1h 12
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Best Summer Cocktails
Summertime and the livin’s easy. While technically summer hasn’t yet arrived, your Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby and Randy want to get you prepared for the heat. This week, it’s a WILDCARD edition of Flavor Odyssey, featuring favorite summer cocktails along with the cigars that pair best. Pairings Randy: Randy: Mojito Cocktail & Casa Fuente 👍🏻 Robby: Shipwreck Cocktail & Aganorsa Aniversario Maduro 👍🏻 Sensei: Gin Fizz & Davidoff Year of the Bull 👎🏻 Jordan: Gin Fizz & Alfonso Añeojo 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 70% Robby: 30% Audience Pairing Mike Smith: Espinosa Laranja & Grapefruit Shandy
2023-05-31
1h 21
Smoke Night LIVE - Cigar Dojo
Smoke Night LIVE – Snack Food Face-Off
It’s 3AM and you’ve been driving for 13 hours. You pull into the gas station with an incredible case of the munchies but you only have enough spare change for one snack. What’s it gonna be??? Illusione’s Fred Rewey joins Flavor Odyssey’s Randy Griggs and the Dojo team as they determine which snack rules them all. In the final four, the YouTube and Facebook audience get to help determine the winner, so you’d better tune in and make your voice heard.
2023-05-12
1h 47
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – What Is A Cold IPA?
What the heck is a Cold IPA? No, we ain’t talking about temperature, folks, but instead the actual style of beer defined as a Cold IPA. Somewhere in between a West Coast IPA and an IPL, this crisp, fresh beer style is emerging as a popular new beer trend. Speaking of emerging beer trends, that’s what your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs will be focusing on with this segment of Flavor Odyssey. So grab a Cold IPA, find the best cigar pairing, and join the show. Pairings Randy: Cold IPA & Illusione Epernay 👍🏻 Robby: Cold IPA & Joya de Nicarag...
2023-04-19
1h 19
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Liga Privada H99
It’s time for number one! That’s right, folks, it’s 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 👍🏻 Robby: Robby: Liga H99 & Fieldwork Hot Chocolate Milk Stout 👍🏻 Jordan: Liga H99 & BCS Reserve 2021 OF 150th Anniversary 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 52% Robby: 48% Audience Pairing Craig Lee: Liga H99 & PB Eugene Coffee Porter
2023-04-12
1h 19
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – AJ Fernandez New World Dorado
As 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 👍🏻 Sensei: New World Dorado & Gold Rush Cocktail 👍🏻 Jordan: New World Dorado & Gold Rush Cocktail 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 23% Robby: 77% Audience Pairing Randi Harrison: New World Dorado & Ginger Gold Rush
2023-03-29
1h 22
Smoke Night LIVE - Cigar Dojo
Smoke Night LIVE – Nicaraguan Adventure
We are finally back from our week-long trip to Nicaragua to visit the Perdomo factory and immerse ourselves in Nicaraguan culture. Sensei and Jordan are joined by Flavor Odyssey host Randy Griggs to discuss the highs and lows and juicy details of our journey. Fire up a cigar and join us for a fun evening of smokes, drinks, and talking tobacco.
2023-02-24
1h 33
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Season 5 Finale
It’s 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 Robby’s favorite pairing from season 5 (Tatuaje Tuxtla 7th & Vieux Carré) and Robby will partake in Randy’s favorite (Alma Fuerte & Espresso Martini). Grab your favorite pairing from season 5 and join the fun! Pairings Randy: Vieux Carré & Tatuaje Tuxtla 7th 👍🏻 Robby: Espresso Martini & Alma Fuerte 👍🏻 Sensei: BTAC Thomas Handy Rye & Liga H99 👍🏻 Jordan: Lucky Seven The Proprietor 14 Year & Liga H99 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 49% Robby: 51% Audience Pairing Bill Powers: Olmec Maduro & French Connection Cocktail
2023-02-08
1h 31
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Gin & Tonic Redux Episode
It’s 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 Yamasá 👍🏻 Robby: Gin & Tonic & Montecristo Especiales 👍🏻 Sensei: Gin & Tonic & Perdomo Double Aged 12-Year Vintage Connecticut 👎🏻 Jordan: Gin & Tonic & ReviveR (2018) 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 36% Robby: 64% Audience Pairing Barry Driscoll: Gunpowder G&T wit...
2023-02-01
1h 17
Smoke Night LIVE - Cigar Dojo
Smoke Night Live – Beer: How Did We Get Here?
The Dojo’s own Beer expert, Randy Griggs, discusses the early history of Beer in America and how it helped shape the current state of the beer scene in the USA. Beer: how did we get here? Fire up a cigar and learn all the things you wanted to know about the history of Beer in the USA but were afraid to ask.
2022-12-02
1h 30
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Don Pepin Garcia Blue
No 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 👍🏻 Robby: DPG & Tootsie Roll Cocktail 👍🏻 Sensei: Serie JJ & Elijah Craig Toasted Oak 👍🏻 Jordan: Liga Privada Bauhaus & Prairie BOMB! 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 33% Robby: 67% Audience Winner Kevin O'Connor
2022-11-09
1h 10
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Joya De Nicaragua Antaño
Full 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 “True Nicaraguan Puro,” Joya de Nicaragua Antaño. Pairings Robby: Antaño & Maple Old Fashioned 👍🏻 Sensei: Antaño & El Macuá 👍🏻 Jordan: Antaño & El Macuá 👎🏻 Votes Robby: 40% Sensei: 60% Audience Pairing Winner Barry Cigarcop
2022-10-19
1h 13
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Smoke Night LIVE – Cigar First Impressions
It’s time to speed date some premium cigars. That’s right folks, it’s the 8th edition of our famous First Impressions show. Our panel consists of Randy Griggs (Flavor Odyssey host), Emmett Malone (Blind Man’s Puff), Alex Tavella (Smoke Inn), and the Dojo crew. Each guest will smoke and rate a cigar that they haven’t tried before. Will each cigar leave a good first impression? Tune in and find out.
2022-09-30
1h 30
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – The Ashton ESG Episode
It’s the last stop on Destination Dominicana! This week, our hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs seek out the best drink pairing for the delicious Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG). This Dominican puro features some of Fuente’s most treasured tobaccos, and should make for a legendary pairing.
2022-08-31
1h 05
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – The Davidoff Grand Cru Episode
It’s Destination Dominicana! This week on Flavor Odyssey, your hosts Robby and Randy tackle a sophisticated cigar and drink pairing with the Davidoff Grand Cru. That’s right, folks, we kickoff the “Destination Dominicana” four-week segment by finding the best drink pairing for the Grand Cru. Pairings Randy: Beggar's Banquet Cocktail - Grand Cru 👍🏻 Robby: Bordeaux Supérieur - Grand Cru 👍🏻 Sensei: Daiquiri - Grand Cru 👍🏻 Jordan: Dark & Stormy - Grand Cru 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 62% Robby: 38%
2022-08-02
1h 09
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – The Peated Scotch Episode
Flavor Odyssey has wrapped up the Amaretto Avenue segment, so now it’s 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 👎🏻 Robby: Lagavulin 16 - Mi Querida 👍🏻 Sensei: Lagavulin 16 - Swamp Thang Flying Pig 👎🏻 Jordan: Lagavulin 16 - Herrera Esteli Brazilian Maduro 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 37% Robby: 63%
2022-07-27
1h 13
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Season 5 Kickoff Show
It’s the Season 5 premier of Flavor Odyssey. Your hosts, Robby Ras and Randy Griggs, outline the plans for Season 5’s pairing combinations and also recap what they learned in Season 4. Grab your favorite cigar and drink pairing and join the fun.
2022-06-15
1h 10
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Aganorsa Leaf Signature Selection Maduro Episode
This week on Flavor Odyssey, we explore the best drink pairing for the Aganorsa Leaf Signature Selection Maduro. This is the third stop in the shade-grown segment, and this time around, Robby and Randy tackle a maduro-wrapped shade-grown cigar. Thumbs Randy: 👍🏻 Robby: 👍🏻 Votes Randy: 68% Robby: 32% Pairing Randy: Dalmore 12 Year Sherry Cask Select Scotch Robby: Jura 16 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Audience: Buffalo Trace Store Pick
2022-05-11
1h 10
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Fuente Fuente OpusX Episode
Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs kick off the “shade” segment of season 4 with the grandaddy of them all—the Fuente Fuente OpusX. What drink pairs best with one of the greatest cigars on the planet? Tune into this episode to find out. Thumbs Randy: 👍🏻 Robby: 👍🏻 Sensei: 👎🏻 Votes Randy: 45% Robby: 55% Pairing Randy: Daiquiri Robby: Mint Julep
2022-04-27
1h 14
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – The Fiat Lux Episode
Flavor Odyssey wraps up the Au Naturel segment of season 4, as your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs find the best drink pairing for the Luciano Fiat Lux.
2022-04-13
1h 07
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – The CHC Serie E Episode
Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs strive for an Eruption of flavor as they seek the best drink combination for the Crowned Heads Serie E. It’s the 3rd episode in the maduro segment, and we invite you to tune in and join the fun.
2022-02-09
1h 13
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – The Drew Estate Undercrown 10 Episode
Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs find the perfect pairing for the Drew Estate Undercrown 10, which was the Dojo’s number two cigar of the year in 2021.
2022-02-02
1h 16
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – The Aganorsa Leaf Aniversario Maduro Episode
Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs set their sights on maduro-wrapped cigars and which drinks pair best with them. On this episode, we explore the best drink pairing with the Aganorsa Leaf Aniversario Maduro.
2022-01-19
1h 06
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Smoke Night LIVE – Cigar Industry War Room
We gather a panel of experts and tackle several cigar-related topics that affect the industry. William "Cigar Coop" Cooper, Nick Libretti from JR Cigar, and Flavor Odyssey’s Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs join Jordan and Master Sensei in the War Room for a top secret meeting that could shape the cigar industry's future for years to come.
2021-10-22
2h 15
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – The Manhattan Challenge
Let the challenges begin! In Season 4 of Flavor Odyssey, your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs challenge one another to find the best pairings. This week, the drink is a Manhattan and the challenge is to find the best cigar pairing for this famous whiskey cocktail.
2021-09-22
1h 11
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – WILDCARD Season 3 - Favorite Pairings
It’s a wildcard edition of Flavor Odyssey, and hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs will be selecting their favorite pairings from Season 3. But wait, there’s more! Robby and Randy will also be LIVE from Dojo Studios in Denver, Colorado, as we lead up to this year’s Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival 2021.
2021-08-25
58 min
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – HVC 500 Years Anniversary & Samuel Smith's Nut Brown Ale
Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs continue their journey into the salty flavor component with a pairing that, on paper, should be smash hit. We will be smoking a HVC 500 Years Anniversary and drinking Samuel Smith’s Nut Brown Ale. Will the subtle salty notes of the HVC pair well with the malty nut brown ale? Tune in to find out.
2021-08-04
1h 05
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Davidoff Escurio & Margarita
Flavor Odyssey hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs continue their salty pairing journey by smoking the Davidoff Escurio along with a margarita. Will this well-known salty cocktail pair well with a cigar that also is known for offering a salty note? Tune in on our Facebook page and find out.
2021-07-28
1h 10
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Undercrown 10 & Mexican Hot Chocolate
It’s the final segment on the chocolatey flavor component, and your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs have saved the best for last. This week, we pair the brand new Undercrown 10 from Drew Estate with a Mexican hot (or cold) chocolate. In this pairing, both the cigar and the drink are brimming with chocolate notes. Will it be too much of a good thing? Tune in and find out.
2021-06-23
57 min
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Wiseman Maduro & Chocolate Old Fashioned
Your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs continue the chocolatey flavor component by pairing the Wise Man Maduro from Foundation Cigar Co. with a chocolate old fashioned cocktail. Whip up an old fashioned, but this time use chocolate bitters and join the fun to see if this pairing is a hit or miss.
2021-06-16
1h 30
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Laranja Reserva Escuro & Batida De Coco
Your hosts, Robby Ras and Randy Griggs, take a second shot at a chocolatey flavor pairing. On this episode, we pair the Brazilian cocktail Batida de Coco with a Laranja Reserva Escuro from Espinosa Premium Cigars.
2021-06-09
1h 10
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey - Viaje Jalapeño and Chocolate Stout
Wednesday, June 2nd, it's the beginning of the 4 week long chocolatey flavor journey. Your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs will dive into this popular flavor component by pairing the Viaje Jalapeño with a chocolate stout.
2021-06-02
1h 14
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – WILDCARD – Mezcal With Undercrown Dojo DOGMA
It’s a wildcard episode of Flavor Odyssey, and your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs will dive deep into mezcal, pairing it with the Drew Estate Undercrown Dojo DOGMA maduro. Robby and Randy will be joined by Joey Drew, Director of Global Creative at Drew Estate (and something of a mezcal specialist), to help understand this pairing. Will the smoky notes of mezcal compliment the mad-dog?
2021-05-26
1h 28
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Rye Whiskey & Tatuaje Black Label
Your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs wrap up the spicy flavor component by pairing the Tatuaje Black Label with Rye whiskey. The spicy segment of season 3 has proved to be a bit more challenging than originally imagined, so make sure to tune in to see how it comes to a close.
2021-05-05
1h 19
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Cabernet Sauvignon & My Father Fonseca
Your hosts, Robby Ras and Randy Griggs, dive deeper into their journey exploring the spicy flavor component. This week’s episode features the new My Father Fonseca paired with Cabernet Sauvignon. Will this popular wine pair well with the re-imagined Fonseca from My Father Cigars?
2021-04-28
1h 13
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Dr Pepper & LFD Double Ligero
Your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs continue their journey into the spicy flavor component. This week’s episode features the La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero paired with Dr Pepper. Will this classic soda pair well with a classic cigar? Tune into to find out.
2021-04-21
1h 05
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Saison & Aganorsa Buena Cosecha
Robby Ras and Randy Griggs begin their four-week trek into the spicy flavor component. On this episode, your hosts will pair a saison-style beer with an Aganorsa Buena Cosecha. Will the pairing get a thumbs up or thumbs down?
2021-04-14
1h 25
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Smoke Night LIVE – Christmas Special
It’s our annual Christmas Special. The ornaments are on the tree and the stockings are hung like Epstein, so grab your ugly sweater and join your hosts Eric, Jordan, Jack Heyer, Nick Libretti, Rob Rasmussen, and Randy Griggs, as they discuss the best: Christmas cigars, songs, movies, and of course, cookies.
2020-12-18
1h 19
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey – WILDCARD – The Tabernacle David & Bourbon
The Odyssey continues… we have reached a WILDCARD episode after finishing the Connecticut Broadleaf segment of the season. This week, we sneak in an extra Broadleaf, as your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs pair the Tabernacle David from Foundation Cigar Co. with bourbon. Grab a cigar and a drink and join the fun.
2020-11-18
1h 28
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey – Crowned Heads Yellow Rose & Manhattan Cocktail
The Odyssey continues… this week, our hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs pair the Yellow Rose from Crowned Heads and a Manhattan cocktail. Will this classic cocktail make for a good pairing on our final week featuring Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper?
2020-11-11
1h 06
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey – Southern Draw Jacobs Ladder & Imperial Stout
The Odyssey continues… this week, our hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs pair the Jacob’s Ladder from Southern Draw Cigars with an Imperial Stout. We are now halfway through our journey into Connecticut Broadleaf, and the boys think that a nice dark syrupy Imperial Stout might just be the perfect combo.
2020-11-04
1h 09
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Herrera Esteli Broadleaf With Rum
Wednesday, October 28th, the Odyssey continues… this week our hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs resume their exploration into Connecticut Broadleaf Wrapper. The pairing on this episode will be the Herrera Esteli Broadleaf from Drew Estate combined with rum!
2020-10-28
1h 07
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Smoke Night LIVE – First Impressions Episode 03
It’s the return of our popular First Impressions edition of Smoke Night LIVE. Every cigar only gets one shot to make a positive first impression. JR Cigar’s Nick Libretti, Blind Man Puff’s Emmett Malone, and Randy Griggs from our own Flavor Odyssey join producer-boy Jordan and Master Sensei as they each give two yet-to-be-tried cigars a chance to make a good first impression.
2020-09-25
1h 28
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey – Cameroon and Mojitos
The Odyssey continues… it’s 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.
2020-09-02
54 min
Flavor Odyssey
Flavor Odyssey – Sour Beer Sucks, Change My Mind
It’s 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 don’t suck AND they can even pair well with cigars. Will they change Sensei’s mind?
2020-07-29
1h 05
Smoke Night LIVE - Cigar Dojo
Smoke Night LIVE Hidden Gems Edition
It’s the hidden gems edition of Smoke Night LIVE. We round-up the Cigar Dojo review staff and explore some of their favorite cigars that might be a bit off the radar. Robby Rasmussen, Randy Griggs, Bear Duplisa, and Kevin Acuff join Master Sensei and Jordan for a fun round table discussion.
2020-06-26
2h 00
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Smoke Night LIVE - Overcoming Social Distancing
These are strange times indeed. Friday, March 20th, we overcome social distancing by inviting Emmett Malone from Blind Man’s Puff in to the studio. We will also be joined remotely by Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs, who are dealing with “shelter in place” conditions in the bay area.
2020-03-20
1h 32
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter U (021)
Wednesday, March 4th, Flavor Odyssey takes on the letter U. Coming short on the heels of Saturday’s Leap Day-themed Dojo release, your hosts Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs pair up the Uru Doshi cigar with the Urquell pilsner, described as “the world’s first pilsner brewed the original way.” We break the pairing down live and encourage you to join in, as Uru Doshi orders began arriving at their destinations earlier this week!
2020-03-04
44 min
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter T (020)
Wednesday, February 26th, Flavor Odyssey takes on the letter T—the 20th letter in the alphabet. This week, your hosts Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs pair up the Triple-style golden La Fin Du Monde with the Tatuaje Nuevitas Jibaro. We break the pairing down live and encourage you to join in!
2020-02-26
56 min
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter R (018)
This week your hosts Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs take on the letter 'R.' On this episode, Robby and Randy pair the Balmoral Añejo XO Connecticut from Royal Agio with the Dead Guy Ale from Rogue.
2020-01-21
43 min
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter Q (017)
This week your hosts Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs take on the letter ‘Q.’ On this episode, Robby and Randy pair the Mi Querida Triqui Traca from Steve Saka and Dunbarton Tobacco and Trust with the Three Philosophers Quad from Brewery Ommegang.
2020-01-14
51 min
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Smoke Night LIVE – the Big Story
Friday January 10th marks a day almost like no other in the cigar industry. News hit that 4 of the largest cigar manufacturers (Drew Estate, Davidoff, General Cigar and Altadis) are not attending the Premium Cigar Association trade show in Vegas this coming summer. This development could have massive effects on the cigar industries largest and longest running trade show. Sensei and Jordan are joined by Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs to discuss and digest this shocking development.
2020-01-10
1h 47
Smoke Night LIVE - Cigar Dojo
Smoke Night LIVE Christmas Party
Master Sensei is joined by Robby Rasmussen, Randy Griggs, Jack Heyer and the rest of Dojonation for a virtual Christmas party. Bust out your ugly sweaters, goofy Christmas ornaments, egg nog recipes and tune in. Presents?? Yes there will be presents and prizes so make sure to join the fun.
2019-12-20
1h 10
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter L (012)
Wednesday, December 4th, is episode 12 of “A to Z: A Flavor Odyssey,” this week your hosts Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs take on the letter ‘L’. On this episode, Robby and Randy pair the Las Calaveras 2018 from Crowned Heads with the Lagunitas Brown Shugga. Will this pair be a hit or a miss? Watch this week’s episode to find out.
2019-12-04
44 min
Smoke Night LIVE - Cigar Dojo
Smoke Night LIVE Friendsgiving 2019
The entire Dojo crew joins the broadcast and discusses what we should all be thankful for (cigars and otherwise) on this holiday weekend. That’s right, Master Sensei, Jordan (wiz-kid producer), Robby Rasmussen, Randy Griggs (hosts of Flavor Odyssey), and the one and only Jack Heyer invite you to participate during the live telecast on this very special Friendsgiving.
2019-11-29
1h 47
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter K (011)
Episode 11 of “A to Z: A Flavor Odyssey,” this week your hosts Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs take on the letter ‘K’. On this episode, Robby and Randy pair the Killer Bee Connecticut from James Brown and Black Works Studio with the Kostritzer Black Lager.
2019-11-27
50 min
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter J (010)
It’s episode 10 of “A to Z: A Flavor Odyssey,” this week your hosts Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs take on the letter J. On this episode, Robby and Randy pair the Jas Sum Kral Tyrannical Buc Connecticut and Jester King’s El Cedro.
2019-11-20
53 min
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter I (009)
Wednesday, November 13th, it’s episode 9 of “A to Z: A Flavor Odyssey,” this week your hosts Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs take on the letter I. On this episode, Robby and Randy pair the Illusione Haut 10 and a Imperial Brown Ale from Founders called Underground Brown.
2019-11-13
52 min
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter H (008)
Wednesday, October 30th, it’s episode 8 of “A to Z: A Flavor Odyssey,” this week your hosts Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs take on the letter H. On this episode, Robby and Randy pair the Herrera Esteli Brazlian Maduro from Drew Estate and the Heretic Chocolate Hazelnut Porter.
2019-10-30
49 min
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter G (007)
Wednesday, October 23rd, it’s episode 7 of “A to Z: A Flavor Odyssey,” and this week your hosts Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs take on the letter G. On this episode, Robby and Randy pair the Guardian of the Farm Nightwatch from Aganorsa Leaf and the Guinness Extra Stout. Will this pair be a hit or a miss? Check it out and see.
2019-10-23
41 min
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter F (006)
Wednesday, October 16th 2019, it’s episode 6 of “A to Z: A Flavor Odyssey,” and this week your hosts Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs take on the letter 'F.'
2019-10-16
46 min
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter E (005)
Wednesday, October 2nd, it’s episode 5 of “A to Z: A Flavor Odyssey,” and this week your hosts Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs take on the letter 'E.' On this episode, Robby and Randy pair the Dojo-favorite Espinosa Habano and the Erdinger Oktoberfest. Will this be a good pairing or a bust???
2019-10-02
51 min
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter D (004)
Wednesday, September 25th, it’s episode 4 of “A to Z: A Flavor Odyssey,” and this week Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs take on the letter D. On this episode, Robby and Randy pair the Drew Estate Liga No. 9 and the Oskar Blues Death by Coconut.
2019-09-25
42 min
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter B (002)
Wednesday, September 11th, it’s the second episode of “A to Z: A Flavor Odyssey,” the new Cigar Dojo video podcast, featuring Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs. On this week’s episode, Robby and Randy tackle the letter “B.”
2019-09-11
52 min
Flavor Odyssey
A Flavor Odyssey - the Letter A (001)
Wednesday, September 4th, it’s the first official episode of “A to Z: A Flavor Odyssey,” the new Cigar Dojo video podcast, featuring Robby Rasmussen and Randy Griggs KA "Mr. Beer"
2019-09-03
42 min
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Smoke Night LIVE 2 for 1 Night
Friday August 9th is a special episode of Smoke Night LIVE because you will get two shows for the price of one! Yes that’s right folks the first half of the show will feature a HUGE announcement with special guests Rob Rasmussen and Randy Griggs. Then in the 2nd half of the show Emmett Malone of Blind Man’s Puff will be in studio with some new cigars that Sensei and Jordan will daringly smoke blind on the show and rate and review.
2019-08-09
1h 30
Smoke Night LIVE - Cigar Dojo
Smoke Night LIVE with Beer Guru Randy Griggs
Episode 191 is a special Thursday night edition of Smoke Night LIVE featuring craft beer guru Randy Griggs. Besides being a hardcore Dojo member Randy has been the Craft Division – Team Lead for Northern California’s largest beer distributor for the past seven years. Randy oversees Brand Management and Sales strategy for an extensive portfolio of craft beers. With 16 years of experience working in the craft category, Randy has worked for the Brewers Association organizing and hosting beer education and support events during the Great American Beer Festival, Craft Brewers Conference and National Homebrewers Festival. Make sure to tune in and...
2019-04-11
1h 26