Monster Pairings with Special Guest Pete Johnson

October 19, 2026

Halloween is just around the corner, and it's time to unleash our favorite monster-themed cigar and drink pairings! Who better to join the spooky festivities than Pete Johnson of Tatuaje, the undisputed king of... Read More...

Fall Pairings: Cigars & Cocktails for Autumn

Eric Guttormson

October 12, 2026

Flavor Odyssey

The leaves are falling, there's a crispness in the air, and autumn is officially upon us! That means it's time to find the perfect cigar and drink pairings to complement the fall season. This week on Flavor Ody... Read More...

Soy Sauce in a Cocktail? Let’s Find Out

Eric Guttormson

September 28, 2026

Flavor Odyssey

Does soy sauce work in a cocktail? For over a year, Kid Producer Jordan has been campaigning for an episode featuring cocktails that utilize the salty, savory flavor of soy sauce. On paper, soy sauce seems like... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey – Pimp My Pairing

Eric Guttormson

September 21, 2026

Flavor Odyssey

This week on Flavor Odyssey, Robby and Randy are taking a couple of ordinary cigar-and-drink combinations and turning them into dream pairings. The challenge is simple: start with a basic pairing and reimagi... Read More...

Prost! The Ultimate Oktoberfest Cigar Pairing

Eric Guttormson

September 14, 2026

Flavor Odyssey

Ein Prosit! Oans, zwoa, drei, g’suffa! Oktoberfest is in the air, and no year would be complete without Robby and Randy raising their glasses and lighting up their cigars for Flavor Odyssey’s 8th annual Oktober... Read More...

Hurry Up and Wait: The Art of Aging Cigars

Eric Guttormson

September 8, 2026

Flavor Odyssey

To age or not to age—that is the question. How long should a cigar rest before you light it up, and is there such a thing as aging it too long? On this episode of Flavor Odyssey, Robby and Randy explore one of ... Read More...

American Pairings: A Labor Day Special

Eric Guttormson

August 31, 2026

Flavor Odyssey

Labor Day is is upon us and for most of America that means barbecue, cold drinks, and, of course, premium cigars. This week on Flavor Odyssey, Robby and Randy are going full-on red, white, and blue with a ni... Read More...

Strength vs. Complexity: The Ultimate Cigar Pairing Showdown

Eric Guttormson

August 24, 2026

Flavor Odyssey

The age-old question: Strength vs. Complexity. Okay, maybe it’s never actually been a question—but this week on Flavor Odyssey, we’re making it one! Robby and Randy will each pick a side and explore which dr... Read More...

Budget Pairing Challenge on Flavor Odyssey

Eric Guttormson

August 17, 2026

Flavor Odyssey

It’s been a long summer, and if you’re like us, you’ve probably spent a whole lot of cabbage on cigars. So, it’s time to tighten up the wallet and find out if a great cigar pairing really needs to break the ban... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey With Guest Matt Booth

Eric Guttormson

August 10, 2026

Flavor Odyssey

For years, the Flavor Odyssey astronauts have explored the farthest reaches of cigar and drink pairings. On this episode, however, they encounter a fellow traveler from the tobacco cosmos: Johnny Tobacconaut hi... Read More...

Tequila, Mezcal & Cigars

Eric Guttormson

August 3, 2026

Flavor Odyssey

Tequila and mezcal are the world's best-known agave spirits, but their flavor profiles can be dramatically different. From bright, grassy, and herbal notes to rich, smoky character, these spirits offer a wide r... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey: Randy Takes the Crispy Boy Challenge

Eric Guttormson

July 27, 2026

Flavor Odyssey

It's Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival week, and Randy Griggs will be coming to you live from Cigar Dojo Studios in Colorado. Along the way, he'll be joined by a surprise guest—or maybe two—and then it's time for t... Read More...