[Eddie's also wishing that, just a little. Probably, if he were talking to someone he considers a mentor in a friends context abruptly, but he also had a couple of beers in him, it would be a lot easier. Maybe he could remind himself this was speed-friending, not speed dating and stop being flustered.]

Um, yeah, the banana bread one is pretty good. And...let me guess. You like whiskey?

[Managing a little smile feels like a feat, and Eddie tries to ignore how hot his cheeks are, the fact that he can tell they're very pink.]

And yeah, I like champagne on special occasions, anniversaries and stuff. Beer is my go-to, wine is kind of a paired with meals kind of thing? I mean. If you ever want to try it though, I know some good places here. I can't promise the best, because a few months isn't nearly long enough to check them all out, but...