Flavor Odyssey Archives

Sober October Pairings

October 6, 2025

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 p... Read More...

Building the Mt. Rushmore of Cigar Pairings

Eric Guttormson

September 29, 2025

Flavor Odyssey

What are the ultimate cigar-and-drink pairings? This week on Flavor Odyssey, hosts Robby and Randy unveil their four all-time favorite combinations—their “Mt. Rushmore” of cigar pairings. Have your own favorite... Read More...

The Oktoberfest Beer & Cigar Pairing Guide

Eric Guttormson

September 22, 2025

Flavor Odyssey

There are few guarantees in life, but one of them is the annual Oktoberfest episode of Flavor Odyssey. How should you approach a cigar and beer pairing fit for the occasion? Hosts Robby and Randy—well known for... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey – Retro Pairings

Eric Guttormson

September 15, 2025

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The 1970s called—they want their cocktails back! Dust off your bell bottoms, crank up that Earth, Wind & Fire cassette, and join us on Flavor Odyssey as we take a groovy trip back in time. This week, we’re shak... Read More...

We Made Cocktails with Pickle Juice (And Now We Can’t Stop)

Eric Guttormson

September 1, 2025

Flavor Odyssey

Pickle juice and pickle-inspired cocktails are having a moment. Your local mixologist might serve up a Dirty Pickle, Pickled Michelada, Pickleback Mule, or even a Pickle Sour. This week, your Flavor Odyssey hos... Read More...

Can AI Create the Perfect Cigar Pairing?

Eric Guttormson

August 19, 2025

Flavor Odyssey

Who’s the real master of pairing—our Flavor Odyssey hosts or the AI overlords? On this episode, we hand the reins to the bots and let them suggest cigar and drink pairings, while we critique their choices. Brin... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey – Mystery Episode

Eric Guttormson

August 11, 2025

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This episode of Flavor Odyssey has been shrouded in mystery for months. We’re still uncertain about the cigar and drink pairing, and we’re not even sure who the hosts will be. But don’t let that stop you—grab y... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey – Six Whiskeys I Can’t Stop Drinking

Eric Guttormson

August 4, 2025

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There’s little debate that whiskey (especially bourbon) is one of the best pairings for a cigar. But what are the go-to picks for the Flavor Odyssey hosts? This week, we reveal six whiskeys that deserve a spot ... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey – Arnold Palmer Pairings

Eric Guttormson

July 21, 2025

Flavor Odyssey

Flavor Odyssey is teeing up another great cigar and drink pairing to help you beat the summer heat. This week, we’re going non-alcoholic with a true clubhouse classic—the Arnold Palmer. It’s a refreshing mix of... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey – Summer Shandy Pairings

Jordan Guttormson

July 14, 2025

Flavor Odyssey

We're now deep into the heart of summer, and that means it’s time to kick off a brand-new Flavor Odyssey segment: Summertime Sippers. For the next few weeks, we’re exploring easy-drinking, warm-weather cocktail... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey – To Smoke or Not to Smoke

Eric Guttormson

July 7, 2025

Flavor Odyssey

In the (slightly altered) words of Shakespeare: “To smoke or not to smoke, that is the question.” Most of us have a special cigar tucked away in the humidor—maybe it was a gift, maybe a rare find—but for one... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey – Mojito Variations

Eric Guttormson

June 30, 2025

Flavor Odyssey

Let's shake up a Mojito with a unique twist! On this week's episode of Flavor Odyssey, we’re wrapping up our series on classic cocktail variations. Join Robby and Randy as they explore the Mojito, tweaking the ... Read More...