"Perfumery is learned through discipline.” — Alberto Morillas, Master Perfumer (paraphrased) Talent opens the door, but routine keeps you inside. Showing up daily beats waiting for inspiration. Boring habits build beautiful things. Keep moving forward, Enjoy the #Journey

(5) Xerjoff Tony Iommi Monkey Special vs. (2) Initio Side Effect This final isn’t about sweet booziness alone, it’s about how you indulge! Monkey Special brings boozy swagger, leathered confidence, and attitude that doesn’t ask permission. Side Effect counters with heat, spice, and temptation, pulling you in with a slow, deliberate seduction. This is indulgence with edge versus indulgence with intent and only one defines what The Drinker really stands for. What say you?

(1) Maison Martin Margiela Jazz Club vs (2) Amouage Interlude Man This final isn’t about the drink, it’s about the night. Jazz Club captures the quieter moment, where rum-soaked woods and tobacco cling to the air and nothing needs to be said. Interlude Man fills the room with smoke, incense, and aftermath, heavy and immersive like the bar after last call. It’s atmosphere versus familiarity, and the Barfly stays for one more round. What say you?

“Luxury is sincerity.” — Brunello Cucinelli, Creative Director When intention is real, people can tell. Polish without purpose never holds up long-term. Authenticity ages better than hype! Keep moving forward, Enjoy the #Journey

(4) Mugler A*Men Pure Malt vs. (2) By Kilian Angels’ Share This is memory versus immediacy. Pure Malt brings malted warmth, smoke, and nostalgia, a whiskey remembered through time. Angels’ Share delivers rich cognac sweetness and oak right up front, indulgent and impossible to ignore. Both honor the barrel, but only one defines whether time is meant to be felt slowly… or enjoyed now. What say you?