Tequila
Mescal

Whiskey
Scotch
Bourbon

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Gin

Wine,
Red­ and White
also effervescent

Chartreuse
and other
sacred Elixirs-

Which is your flavor,
or are your flavors?

Each has it's merit
and all have a history
and they're all related
and they're all very old.

Show them respect
by appreciating the tool
rather than clutching a crutch,
whether you chose to imbibe or abstain,
tread lightly
when it comes to how you treat preference.

Remember,
you have yours as well,
and wouldn't you want it respected?