Episode Sixty One Part 1

Episode 61 of the Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes podcast, hosted by Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes, titled "Episode Sixty One Part 1" was published on February 11, 2025 and runs 50 minutes.

February 11, 2025 ·50m · Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes

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Summary

Join hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry on this special episode of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes as they welcome Ricky Rodriguez from West Tampa Cigar Company. With a remarkable career journey, Ricky shares insights into his transition from the carpet industry to becoming a renowned figure in the cigar world. Delve into Ricky’s fascinating process of cigar blending and his story of courageously choosing a unique blend against the advice of industry masters. Discover the intriguing reasons behind the naming of his cigar, Circle of Life, and the exciting future possibilities for unused blends. This episode not only highlights Ricky’s mastery in cigar making but also reveals a personal touch with anecdotes about family heritage and the connections that led him to the cigar world. Tune in to experience a blend of laughter, storytelling, and the joys of cigar tasting paired perfectly with bourbon.

Episode Description

Delve into Ricky's fascinating process of cigar blending and his story of courageously choosing a unique blend against the advice of industry masters. Discover the intriguing reasons behind the naming of his cigar, Circle of Life, and the exciting future possibilities for unused blends.

This episode not only highlights Ricky's mastery in cigar making but also reveals a personal touch with anecdotes about family heritage and the connections that led him to the cigar world. Tune in to experience a blend of laughter, storytelling, and the joys of cigar tasting paired perfectly with bourbon.