I often think and rethink purchases, especially around the holidays.

This one, however, will not be reconsidered for even a heartbeat. Saw it, bought it.

My usual whiskies, the two top faves on my whisky shelf, are, in order of preference:

1. The Balvenie Doublewood 12 year – a clean, tangy Speyside single malt

2. Lagavulin 16 year – a peaty Islay single malt

Each drunk neat, natch. No water, no ice, please, just give it to me straight.

But I am open to persuasion. And along comes this tasty box of delights to discover. Look at those red waxed heads!

December is looking warm, smoky and full of amber fire.

Found this at http://www.firebox.com/product/5654/Whisky-Advent-Calendar?id=13732

Update: I just ordered this. I will be keeping a log here throughout December of the 24 whiskies!

And on a side note, there is also one for Gin, if you like that sort of thing.