I think JD would be a good barter item. Those square bottles have a certain appeal to them. It's good enough , and not too expensive.
I drink single malt , but infrequently , and in small doses. Usually , mostly.. Fine. Whatever. ... See that guy ? He's looking at me ... I'm gonna kick his ass ...
JD is good for when you run out of ammo and need to bash someones skull in, don't drink it though..
Stock up with lots of vodka, see if you can buy it by the barrel like whiskey