Alright guys, with The Booze Wars set to start soon, I received many messages from you guys saying they wish the could sample some of the contenders. Many of you haven’t even heard of some of them! Well, for a limited time, Joe A. Decants has all 32 fragrances from The Booze Wars available, every archetype, every bracket, all in one place! Whether you want to explore the indulgence of The Drinker, the craft of The Mixologist, the depth of The Barrel, or the atmosphere of The Barfly, this is your chance to experience the lineup before (or while) you vote. www.joeasdecants.com To make it even easier, I’ve set up a special 10% off code just for the Brotherhood. It’s my way of saying thanks for being part of the conversation, the debates and the #Journey. (Code = BROTHERHOOD) www.joeasdecants.com Quantities are limited and once the wars move on, this set won’t be around forever! So if you’ve been curious about any of these scents, now’s the time! Love to hear from ya’!

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(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.

(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