Flavor Odyssey Archives

The Wildest Cigar Pairing Challenge Yet!

January 26, 2026

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 w... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey: Tatuaje vs. Illusione

Eric Guttormson

January 19, 2026

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Get ready for another full-throttle pairing showdown on Flavor Odyssey. This week, two powerhouse boutique brands go head-to-head as Tatuaje faces off against Illusione in a battle that helped shape modern prem... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey: Fuente vs. Padrón

Eric Guttormson

January 13, 2026

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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... Read More...

Dry January: Flavor Without the Buzz

Eric Guttormson

January 5, 2026

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Flavor Odyssey is back for its 9th season, and with Dry January in full effect, Robby and Randy are on a mission to find big, bold flavor—without the alcohol. Can a non-alcoholic drink deliver the depth and com... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey Best Pairings of 2025

Eric Guttormson

December 15, 2025

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It's the final episode of Flavor Odyssey for the year, and you know what that means—it's time to crown the best cigar-and-drink pairings of 2025. Your Flavor Odyssey hosts will each reveal their top three pairi... Read More...

We Built Perfect Pairings with Only 3 Ingredients

Eric Guttormson

December 8, 2025

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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 s... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey Cigar Pairing Tips & Tricks

Eric Guttormson

December 1, 2025

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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... Read More...

Friendspairing – Flavor Odyssey

Eric Guttormson

November 24, 2025

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You’ve heard of Friendsgiving—now get ready for Friendspairing! This week on Flavor Odyssey, hosts Robby and Randy are switching things up: they’ll craft a cocktail using each other’s recipes, then hunt down th... Read More...

Fireside Classics – Flavor Odyssey

Jordan Guttormson

November 17, 2025

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Pull up a chair, spark up a cigar, and settle in—it’s time for a fireside edition of Flavor Odyssey. This week, Robby and Randy explore the cozy side of cigar pairings, featuring classic warm cocktails that ... Read More...

Extreme Makeover Pairing Edition – Flavor Odyssey

Eric Guttormson

November 3, 2025

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It’s time to step outside our comfort zones and dive into pairings we think we don’t like—but are determined to make work. This week on Flavor Odyssey, it’s the Extreme Makeover Edition. Robby will confront his... Read More...

Trick or Neat Pairings – Flavor Odyssey

Eric Guttormson

October 27, 2025

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It’s the witching hour, Halloween is in the air and spirits are all around us. This week on Flavor Odyssey, we’re conjuring up “Trick-or-Neat,” where we explore neat spirits like bourbon, tequila, mezcal, rum, ... Read More...

Best Budget Pairings – Flavor Odyssey

Eric Guttormson

October 20, 2025

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Not all of us can afford $100 cigars and top-shelf whiskey every night. Most of us live on tighter budgets and get creative with our pairings. This week on Flavor Odyssey, we're exploring the best budget-friend... Read More...