THE DRINKER
Xerjoff - Tony Iommi Monkey Special — It's indulgence with swagger, where rum, leather and attitude collide. It’s the wildcard that proved you don’t need to play it safe to make it far. THE MIXOLOGIST
M. Micallef - Gntonic — It's crisp, clean and precise, proving that cocktail realism still hits when it’s done right. It’s the reminder that accuracy and artistry aren’t mutually exclusive. In the semi‑finals, each battle feels like a miniature epic, two visions of what “boozy” can mean, colliding head‑on. Tony Iommi’s Monkey Special comes out swinging with rock‑star swagger. It’s a riot of dark rum and smoky leather, shot through spices, tonka bean and sandalwood; a fragrance that wears its indulgence like a leather jacket. Opposite it stands Gntonic, razor‑sharp and precise: ice‑cold juniper, lime and ginger snapping into focus, backed by clean musks and a whisper of cedar. One is a midnight jam session in a whiskey‑stained club, the other a perfectly measured G&T in a crystal glass.
Voting here means asking whether you prize raw charisma and attitude over crisp execution. Does the whisky‑baritone of Monkey Special speak to your inner rebel, or does the chilled clarity of Gntonic win your heart with its realism? This isn’t just about ingredients; it’s about what kind of story you want to wear. WHAT SAY YOU?