So I’ve been gifted a $175 credit for Jomashop and can never decide what to get. My wishlist is constantly in a state of never ending so I figured I’d ask my brothers here for some tips before I impulsively blow it on the prettiest bottle I see 😂. So let’s have it men. Decisions decisions 🤔..😏

(Malt & Barroom Ethos Bracket) The Barfly bracket isn’t about what’s in the glass, it’s about what’s in the air. Arguably the most challenging of the Archetypes, these are booze "adjacent" scents. Many don’t list rum, whiskey or gin as explicit accords, but they all share a familiar pull. Smoke clinging to jackets, worn wood soaked with years of spills, stale sweetness, bitterness, warmth and the quiet weight of late nights. These fragrances don’t recreate a drink as much as they recreate the drinking atmosphere: the club, the dive bar, the lounge after last call. If The Drinker is about indulgence and The Barrel is about time, The Barfly is about memory! You’ve been here before, even if you can’t remember how the night ended! Fragrance mindset: Grain, malt, smoke, roast, funk and barroom air. These scents feel lived-in and honest. They capture the mood before they chase polish, prioritizing atmosphere over perfection. These are the scents that feel like stories, not statements and live long after the bar closes! Personality: ●Gritty ●Nostalgic ●Unfiltered ●Unpretentious Values: ●Character ●Mood ●Fermentation ●Real life over refinement The Big Question Is the best barroom fragrance the one that feels authentic… or the one you can actually live with? This bracket isn’t about beer or malt. It’s about real life! What say you, guys? Love to hear from ya'! OFFICIAL SEEDING (Presence + Atmosphere) (1) Maison Martin Margiela Jazz Club Rum-soaked wood, tobacco smoke and vanilla recreate the unmistakable air of a late-night lounge. Even when the alcohol note fades, the blend of smoke, sweetness and worn woods convincingly gives the impression of drinks absorbed into the room itself. It belongs because it defines what a bar smells like when the night is in full swing. (2) Amouage Interlude Man Smoke, incense, spices and darkness create a heavy, aftermath-laden atmosphere. While no direct alcohol accord is listed, the dense resins and smoky warmth combine to evoke the weight and haze left behind after heavy drinking. It earns its place by capturing alcohol’s presence through consequence rather than composition.

(Whiskey / Bourbon / Barrel-Aged Bracket) The Barrel bracket is about Time. These fragrances don’t rush. They unfold slowly, shaped by oak, resin, spice and warmth, carrying the gravitas of aging and patience. Some make their aged persona known immediately, rich and powerful from the first spray. Others take their time, revealing depth and character as they sit on skin. Whiskey, bourbon and cask-aged impressions dominate here, not as novelty but as structure. This bracket lives in the space between restraint and impact, asking whether you prefer to wait for greatness… or feel greatness all at once. Fragrance mindset: Cask-aged realism, whiskey warmth, deep ambers and barrel-aged gravitas. These scents linger like a good memory. They unfold slowly, revealing depth and character with time. Personality: ●Grounded ●Confident ●Quietly dominant ●Knows the difference between good and great Values: ●Time ●Oak ●Warmth ●A long finish The Big Question Is the best barrel-aged fragrance the one that unfolds slowly… or the one that hits you immediately? This bracket isn’t about whiskey or bourbon. It’s about patience! What say you, guys? Love to hear from ya'! OFFICIAL SEEDING (Realism + Authority) (1) Nasomatto Baraonda "Crazy Nose" Nasomatto hits with whiskey, rose, woods and warm sweetness creating one of the most realistic spirit impressions in perfumery. The alcohol here feels aged and fully integrated, like a dram that’s had time to settle. It belongs in The Booze Wars as the purest expression of whiskey translated directly into scent. (2) By Kilian Angels’ Share Cognac, cinnamon, oak and praline blend into a rich, cask-aged gourmand. This fragrance balances time and impact, opening bold but revealing depth as it wears. It earns its place by making barrel aging feel luxurious and instantly recognizable. (3) Amouage Overture Man

(Rum, Liqueur, & Sweet Decadence Bracket) The Drinker bracket is about intention. These fragrances don’t just reference alcohol, they lean into the pleasure of it! Sweetness, warmth, richness and indulgence take center stage, whether that comes from rum-soaked gourmands, liqueur-drenched fruits or syrupy spices that feel like dessert with a kick. Some of these scents are here to taste(smell) good, smooth and comforting from the first spray. Others still remind you there’s alcohol in the glass, but never at the expense of enjoyment. This bracket asks a simple question: are you drinking for pleasure… or for proof? Fragrance mindset: Boozy gourmands, liqueur-soaked sweetness, dessert drinks with backbone. These scents don’t whisper, they seduce. They lean in close, linger a little too long, and leave you wanting another sip. Personality: ● Smooth talker ● Indulgent ● Comfort-driven ● Knows the bar staff by name Values: ● Sweetness ● Warmth ● Richness ● That “one more drink won’t hurt” feeling The Big Question: Is the best boozy fragrance the one that like, "tastes" the best… or the one that proves it’s actually booze? This bracket isn’t really about rum, cognac or liqueur. It’s about why we drink in the first place! What say you, guys? Love to hear from ya'! OFFICIAL SEEDING (Realism vs. Wearability) (1) By Kilian Black Phantom Dark rum, coffee, sugarcane and bitter chocolate create this dense, indulgent gourmand with real boozy weight. I believe this scent is about pleasure first, but it never hides the fact that alcohol is driving the experience. It belongs in The Booze Wars because it’s the benchmark for modern boozy indulgence done unapologetically, imho! (2) Initio Side Effect Rum, cinnamon, tobacco and vanilla hit with this warm spice and seductive intensity. The booze here isn’t sweet fluff, it’s like... bold... heated... intentionally provocative! Side Effect earns its spot by proving that alcohol accords can be both dangerous and irresistibly wearable!

(Gin, Absinthe & Cocktails Bracket) The Mixologist bracket is about craft. These fragrances treat alcohol like a construction material, not a comfort blanket. Sharp herbs, green bitterness, precise balance and cocktail realism define this group, where ratios matter and every note feels intentional. Some entries favor discipline and restraint, built with exacting control. Others push creativity, experimenting with unexpected twists while still respecting the drink itself. What unites them is focus, these scents challenge your nose, reward patience and demand attention. This bracket isn’t about what’s easiest to wear, it’s about whether you value perfect execution… or fearless creativity! Fragrance mindset: Sharp herbs, green bitterness, cocktail realism. These scents challenge your nose and demand attention. They reward patience, punish carelessness and never settle for easy! Personality: ●Precise ●Curious ●Experimental ●Slightly intimidating Values: ●Balance ●Bitterness ●Freshness ●Craft over comfort The Big Question: Is the best cocktail fragrance the one that’s technically perfect… or the one bold enough to bend the rules? This bracket isn’t really about gin or absinthe. It’s about control! What say you, guys? Love to hear from ya'! OFFICIAL SEEDING (Literal Cocktail Accuracy) (1) Nasomatto Absinth "Crazy Nose" Nasomatto has wormwood, green herbs and sharp bitterness recreating absinthe with brutal realism! This scent is about precision and restraint, capturing the spirit without softening its edge. It belongs in The Booze Wars because it’s the purest example of alcohol translated directly into scent! (2) Maison Crivelli Absinthe Boréale Icy herbs, bitter greens and aromatic woods present absinthe in a cold, controlled form. The alcohol note feels refined and modern, showing discipline rather than excess. This earns its place by proving that precision can still feel contemporary and wearable.