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Robby Ras

Rob Rasmussen aka Robby Ras is the host of Flavor Odyssey and the resident cigar expert.

Appears in 312 Episodes

S9 #34

Hurry Up and Wait: The Art of Aging Cigars

To age or not to ageβ€”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 the cigar hobby’s most debated topics: the benefits and potential pitfalls of aging. They’ll discuss the sweet spot for resting cigars, which types of blends tend to improve with time, and when aging might do more harm than good. The conversation also turns to whiskey, where time in the barrel can transform a spiritβ€”but more years don’t always mean a better pour. Join the guys as they explore how time affects both cigars and whiskey, and whether patience really does pay off. Randy: Russell's Reserve 13 Year & Perez-Carrillo Encore Noir πŸ‘ŽπŸ» Robby: Old Fitzgerald 7-Year-Old & Tatuaje The Drac πŸ‘πŸ» Votes Randy: 20%Β  Robby: 80% πŸ™‹β€β™‚οΈ Audience Pairings Mike Heykens: Feral Flying Pig (aged for I don't know how many years) & Henry McKenna 10yr BIB old fashioned πŸ‘πŸ» π™Žπ™‰π™‡ -- 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 πŸ‘€ Follow Cigar Dojo on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/cigardojo 𝕏: https://twitter.com/cigardojo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CigarDojo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cigardojo
S9 #18

Wrapper Wars: Maduro vs. Connecticut Shade

This week on Flavor Odyssey, we’re comparing two of the most iconic cigar wrapper leaves and how they influence the perfect beverage pairing. Robby will represent the rich, bold character of Maduro wrappers, while Randy takes the smooth and nuanced side of Connecticut Shade. These wrapper styles couldn’t be more different in flavor, texture, and intensity, which means the right drink pairing can make all the difference. Join the fun by choosing your sideβ€”Maduro or Connecticut Shadeβ€”and creating your own pairing for the night. Whether you prefer dark and decadent or light and refined, this episode is all about discovering which wrapper-and-drink combination delivers the ultimate experience. Pairings Randy: Final Hour Highball & 22 Minutes to Midnight Connecticut Radiante πŸ‘πŸ» Robby: Black Manhattan & Olmec Maduro πŸ‘πŸ» Votes Randy: 36%Β  Robby: 64% πŸ™‹β€β™‚οΈ Audience Pairings Bill Powers: Undercrown Dojo Dogma Maduro (2018) & Butter Allspice Old Fashioned πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ‘πŸ» π™Žπ™‰π™‡ -- 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 πŸ‘€ Follow Cigar Dojo on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/cigardojo 𝕏: https://twitter.com/cigardojo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CigarDojo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cigardojo
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