Who? Appleton Estate
What? To celebrate 50 years of Jamaican independence, Appleton Estate have released the world’s oldest rum blend. Only 800 bottles of the 50 year old rum have been released and are priced at £3,500 each.
When? Available now
Where? Available at The Whisky Exchange
How? Shop now at The Whisky Exchange
Who? Glenmorangie What? Glenmorangie has recently launched its most exclusive whisky, the Pride 1978, which follows a previous release of Pride 1981. Crafted by Dr Bill Lumsden, the whisky has spent 15 years in French Premier Cru casks for finishing. With only five cases laid down, there will be just 700 bottles available worldwide released at cask strength. Priced at £3,400. When? Available now Where? Available from specialist retailers and department stores as well as online How? For more information, see glenmorangie.com
Who? Louis XIII and Dorchester Hotel What? Following the launch of Louis XIII Rare Cask 42,6, the luxury cognac brand has teamed up with the Dorchester Hotel to create the world exclusive “Louis XIII Dorchester Experience”. Guests will be able to try a flight of Louis XIII cognacs at the bar including Louis XIII Black Pearl, Louis XIII Rare Cask 43,8 and Louis XIII Rare Cask 42,6. Priced at £2,013. When? Available now Where? The Bar, Dorchester Hotel, 53 Park Lane, London W1K 1QA How? Order at the bar
Who? Château les Merles What? For a short break that combines golf, wine and gastronomy, Château les Merles is the perfect pit stop. Nestled in the middle of the Bergerac wine region, it’s also close to the truffle and foie gras producers of Périgueux. Thrown into the mix is a nine hole golf course that’s ready to test your shot. What could be better? When? Open year round Where? 3 Chemin des Merles, 24520 Mouleydier, France How? For more information, see www.lesmerles.com Ten photos from Château les Merles Fly via British Airways
Who? Gordon’s Gin What? Following the success of the Gordon’s Gin and Conran Design partnership, the drinksmiths are back with another collaboration – this time with Temperley of London. The new set of “Ten Green Bottles” features designs inspired by the fashion and jewellery of Alice Temperley. When? Available now Where? From all major retailers How? For more information on the designs, see www.gordons-gin.co.uk
Who? McLean’s Artist Malts What? McLean’s Artist Malts have just launched with a brand new range of rare whiskies. Limited to 35 bottles per release, each release includes artwork by two artists. Their inaugural edition is a Bunnahabhain single malt Scotch whisky, distilled on 28th April 1979 and bottled 1st May 2012, in collaboration with Charles Avery and Rose Wylie. Bottles and artwork are priced at £1860 per set. When? Available now Where? mcleansartistmalts.com How? Exclusively online
Who? Yamazaki whisky and Bill Amberg What? Japanese whisky Yamazaki has collaborated with luxury leather accessory designer Bill Amberg to create special presentation boxes for their 18yo and 25yo whisky. Crafted from leather, oak and copper, the gift sets speak serious luxury with a price tag to boot. The 18yo is priced at £225 while the 25yo is £1400. When? Available now Where? Harrods and The Whisky Shop How? For more information, see www.suntory.com/whisky
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