Many of your favorite cigars come in either maduro or claro wrapper variations. But beyond the difference in color, what exactly separates a maduro from a claro? And which drink pairings work best with each?On this episode of Flavor Odyssey, Robby Ras steps into the ring to represent the rich, dark world of maduro wrappers, while Randy Griggs makes the case for the lighter, brighter claro side. Grab your favorite maduro or claro cigar, pour a pairing of your choice, and join us for another flavorful journey on this week’s Flavor Odyssey.PairingsRandy: Mezcal Old Fashioned & Olmec Claro 👍🏻Robby: Cuban Rum Old Fashioned & Olmec Maduro 👍🏻VotesRandy: 17% Robby: 83%🙋‍♂️ Audience PairingsEric Willis: Crowned Heads Juárez & Topo Chico w Regan's Orange Bitters 👍🏻𝙎𝙉𝙇 -- Head over to our Smoke Night LIVE podcast for cigar interviews and entertainment: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ3OJ366KRotIlJb6-akfx_SKEmI45Y-k&si=Agu9o_OXidZLvcSW👀 Follow Cigar Dojo on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/cigardojo𝕏: https://twitter.com/cigardojoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CigarDojo/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cigardojo

Fresh off the release of the highly anticipated Psychedelic Rabbit, Erik Espinosa joins the show to discuss the latest collaboration between Espinosa Premium Cigars and Cigar Dojo. Earlier in the day, cigar fans will have their first chance to get their hands on the new release at JR Cigar, and Erik will share the story behind the project, the inspiration for the blend, and what makes this installment in the Psychedelic Series unique.

This week on Flavor Odyssey, we celebrate the release of Psychedelic Rabbit, the newest collaboration between Espinosa Premium Cigars and Cigar Dojo. But one important question remains: what do you pair with a Psychedelic Rabbit? To find the answer, Robby and Randy take a metaphorical trip down the rabbit hole, exploring a wide range of pairing possibilities in this special episode. As always, the Otters are invited to join the adventure and bring their own wildcard pairing creations to share with the audience.PairingsRandy: Randy's Psychedelic Highball & Psychedelic Rabbit 👎🏻Robby: Psychedelic Frog & Psychedelic Rabbit 👎🏻🙋‍♂️ Audience Pairings@GeminiMike-f8w : Sidecar cocktail & Espinosa Laranja Reserva 👍🏻𝙎𝙉𝙇 -- Head over to our Smoke Night LIVE podcast for cigar interviews and entertainment: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ3OJ366KRotIlJb6-akfx_SKEmI45Y-k&si=Agu9o_OXidZLvcSW👀 Follow Cigar Dojo on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/cigardojo𝕏: https://twitter.com/cigardojoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CigarDojo/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cigardojo

It’s a special father-and-son edition of Smoke Night LIVE as both Nick Perdomo and Nicholas Perdomo III join the show. Following a huge 2025 for Perdomo Cigars—including earning Cigar Dojo’s Cigar of the Year honors and topping several major industry lists with the Perdomo Legacy—the company is back with a new release: the Perdomo Legacy Father & Son.The cigar is a collaboration between company president Nick Perdomo and fourth-generation cigar maker Nicholas Perdomo III, blending tradition with the next generation of the family business. On this episode, we’ll discuss the new project, the evolution of the Perdomo brand, and the launch of their recently debuted podcast.

This week on Flavor Odyssey, we’re firing up the grill and heading into uncharted territory. With Cigarbecue happening this Sunday, May 31st, the show takes on a brand-new challenge: pairing cigars, drinks, and BBQ all in one experience. That’s right—BBQ, Cigars, and Booze.Your hosts will each build triple-threat pairings featuring premium cigars, carefully selected beverages, and fresh BBQ straight off the grill to see which combinations truly deliver flavor harmony. Grab your favorite cigar and drink—and if you’re feeling ambitious, throw something on the grill and join the fun.PairingsRandy: Pork Shoulder, Bourbon Peach Tea Highball, & Fuente God of Fire Serie B 👍🏻Sensei: Teriyaki Steak, Extra Extra Juicy Bits IPA, & Mi Querida 👍🏻VotesRandy: 62% Sensei: 38%🙋‍♂️ Audience PairingsNathan Stewart: Davidoff Nicaragua 10th Anniversary, Apricot Bourbon Cooler, & Cherrywood Smoked Baby Back Ribs. 👍🏻👍🏻𝙎𝙉𝙇 -- Head over to our Smoke Night LIVE podcast for cigar interviews and entertainment: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ3OJ366KRotIlJb6-akfx_SKEmI45Y-k&si=Agu9o_OXidZLvcSW👀 Follow Cigar Dojo on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/cigardojo𝕏: https://twitter.com/cigardojoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CigarDojo/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cigardojo