Notes

Loved the last one. This one has that Smokey campfire taste to it that Alex likes, but I don’t remember if that’s the Irish whiskey or the Scotch, and I’m not going to look it up, so whatever that is, I think this is that. It does smell like a bandaid, and it’s got a burning “mouth feel” and maybe a rubbery taste. Non of it bad, but also, not flattering notes. This pairs well with Hallmark Christmas movies ft. all the same people in every show. Totally worth it. I mean, this year we’ve been hallmark 24-7. The girls love it and it’s the perfect way to unwind. Maybe that’s why it feels like the right whiskey drinking background. Last year was the year of NETFLIX reviving the Chad Michael Murray career with Merry Gentleman (just watch it and love how he hasn’t changed a bit). This year they have decided to lean heavy on the high cheekbones of one Mario Lopez. Not quite at CMM’s level, but TBH who is? Maybe Adam Brodie? Gah, love me some OC. Anyways…. Back to the whiskey at hand. I’d drink it again. I like the little bit of a burn as it goes down. Coffee and Dr. Pepper approved! Ps, the much larger butt (to be used as a flower pot) is almost finished!

Compared to the last few days, this is a dream! Whatever it is, I approve. Soo probs something cheap and affordable. But that’s ok! I’m usually a “the more alcohol the better”, but apparently not if I’m trying to “enjoy” a beverage. I guess there actually is a line between just putting alcohol a drink to put alcohol in a drink and having a drink that lets you enjoy the process. IDK. Oh well. Most importantly, I’d put this in my coffee… or Dr. Pepper! Tiny butt 3D statue commissioned by Stephanie Capps 😂

Smooth, scotch in a sherry cask. Enjoyed it

That’s a peated scotch at a big boy proof. The smoke doesn’t really come through on the nose, but it’s prominent on the palate without overpowering. I say that, but it might be overwhelming the finish a tad. There are no bad parts to this whisky, but the parts are maybe a bit disjointed? It kinda jumps around rather than transitioning smoothly between fruit and toffee and peat. Definitely wouldn’t kick it outta bed for eating crackers, but if this turns out to be pricey I’ll appreciate the heads up.

One whiff and i was dreading this one. Another scotch. BUT, I was delightfully surprised that the taste was ok. And high heat. Sad that we’re coming to the end of the calendar.

There’s something about the after taste on this one that I’m not loving. Got better with ice. Fallon gives this a peace sign. I’m prepared for my zero points 🙃

Love all the aromas off of this one. Nutty,, floral, vanilla, just super yummy

Meh.

Some peat! Love this...not as smoky as a Laugavulin, but still nice...GREAT pick!

Just the right amount of islay-ness though it’s prolly speyside or highland.

Well friends I finally kicked a cold and am back in the game…only to start with this. Tonight is just a WAG by me. I need practice.

Dayum this is good

I’m likely wrong, I doubt my taste and my nose…this season has wrecked me. Scotch…bourbon…rye?!!? I don’t know but I like it!

Getting some scotch vibes but not some great scotch vibes. Not quite a Cutty Sark, but maybe some Cutty. Are there other Cuttys?

Burny

Much softer than the recent selections. A dark toffee and there's my brine. Band-aid! A very fine sweetness. Cracked pepper. Love this one.

Dang son! This stuff tastes like the bomb.

Better than the last one :) Hoping a bourbon

Here we are with Day 22 To my new love, Scotch, this is an ode to you. I am sorry for the hurtful words of the past But you were patient with me, you knew the hate wouldn't last. I have graduated, or so says JK Thank you this year contributors for finally showing me the way. Peaty, smoky, sweet, I love you all Each selection this year, more in love you have made me fall It goes without saying what you think Sam-I-am This is another delicious scotchy dram But what if this is another JK trick Click submit and you'll find out real quick

Hoooboy Hot!

From the peat, I’m guessing Scotch. Getting leather and tobacco notes, with some spices on the tail end. Not too bad, all in all.

Love this! Has the powerful balance of a high gravity Japanese whiskey.

These just keep getting better and better this year. Today’s selection is 💯 my flavor profile of choice. Fruit + smoke + joy. Sipping this one as slowly as possible because I don’t want it to run out. Interesting that there’s no real burn of you sit with it a while. The heat comes as a chaser, and even then it’s more of a numbing heat than a burn.

"Is this your card?" I nod. The 2 of diamonds. He's got it right of course, he is good at this. But will he recognize me based on the card I chose? Zeppelins fly overhead, I shudder at the memory they trigger. My mechanical arm creaks, it needs another crank to function properly. But I know if I reveal the nature of my left hand, I'll be made. "For my next trick, I'll need a volunteer!" A woman excitedly jumps up from the crowd. The Magician takes his time, and points to a completely different gentleman in the throng of people gathered around. The gentleman is begrudgingly brought onstage. I see the patch on his trenchcoat: 112th division 'the Cog-Wielders' just like I used to be. (So he is hunting us. just like I thought.) The Magician presents the trick: a steam-powered whirling fan, blades sharp as razors. He promises the gentleman will survive unharmed. (like I did) I crank my left arm. (steady now. soon). The blades of the fan whirl, the volunteer gives a trusting nod to the Magician, if only he knew of this man's treachery! Just before the blades hit my old comrade I rise, and lift my mechanical arm. A rifle blast from my palm and the Magician is down. The crowd panics, I rush to the stage. I look down at the man who destroyed my arm and pushed my wife out of that zeppelin window. I crank my arm once more, look into the eyes of the dying Magician, fitting that his demise should be from the construct he caused. But I feel the moment fleeting. Vengeance is sweet, but the brightness dissipates quickly. "Is this your card?" I ask the dying man, and I drop 2 diamonds onto his body, her diamond earrings from that fateful night.