I like my spirits raw not mixed.
The best part of drinking is the savage burn.
After throwing back a shot
the spread of wildfire begins.
It ignites at the top of my throat
then flares down to the pit of my stomach
warming me like I swallowed hot coals.
I exhale a mouthful of fumes feeling
the heady drink already taking effect.
The flames blaze and lick at my liver.
I can’t help but enjoy the sensation though
because with embers flickering behind my teeth
and lava bubbling sluggishly at my core
I feel like a dragon.