Science Afternoon Tea arrives at The Ampersand Hotel
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Science Afternoon Tea arrives at The Ampersand Hotel

Who? The Ampersand Hotel What? The Ampersand Hotel have put a real twist on Afternoon Tea with their new and limited edition science themed version. The three tier afternoon tea experience will include savoury gougeres, scones and rather futuristic pastries. Priced at £32.50 per person or £44.50 per person with a glass of champagne. When? 31st March to 11th April Where? The Ampersand Hotel, 10 Harrington Road, London SW7 3ER How? For more information, see www.ampersandhotel.com

Nespresso launches two spring coffee flavours

Nespresso launches two spring coffee flavours

Who? Nespresso What? Nespresso have just unveiled their new Spring 2014 Limited Edition Grands Crus coffees based on the theme of Colombian Terroirs. Two flavours are available – Cauca and Santander, created with the aim of showing what Arabica coffee can do in different climates. Priced at £3.50 for a sleeve of 10 capsules. When? Available now Where? Available online and in Nespresso boutiques How? For more information, visit www.nespresso.com Life in Luxury’s guide to: Nespresso’s Cauca and Santander

Life in Luxury’s guide to: Nespresso’s Cauca and Santander
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Life in Luxury’s guide to: Nespresso’s Cauca and Santander

Nespresso’s new limited edition Grands Crus this spring are themed on Colombian Terroirs. Developed by Colombian coffee experts working closely with local farmers, these new flavours epitomise and embody the unique characteristics of two coffee regions in Colombia, Cauca and Santander. By nurturing a long standing and, we are told, sustainable relationship with the farmers, Nespresso has managed to create taste profiles which demonstrate the diversity of the land and celebrate coffees that are unique to Colombia. The lush, green and fertile mountains of Cauca produces a coffee with a flavour profile that reflected these conditions. The fruity aromas give this coffee a juicy body and a hint of spice,…

The Glenrothes unveils Single Cask 1969

The Glenrothes unveils Single Cask 1969

Who? The Glenrothes What? Berry Bros. & Rudd Spirits has recently unveiled the second release in its series of single cask bottlings from The Glenrothes. The Single Cask 1969 forms part of The Glenrothes Extraordinary Cask collection, housed in a hand-blown crystal decanter. The expressive spirit has a grassy nose followed by citrus and spice on the palate. Prices start from £4,000 per bottle. When? Available now Where? From Berry Bros. & Rudd and selected retailers How? For more information, see www.theglenrothes.com

Spring in Spain, in Exeter
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Spring in Spain, in Exeter

Who? The Magdalen Chapter What? Stanley Park of Milton Sandford Wines will be hosting a wine dinner, entitled “Spring in Spain” at The Magdalen Chapter hotel to celebrate and explore wine making culture in Spain, France and Italy. The evening will be accompanied by Spanish tapas including Serrano ham, salt cod and Morcilla. Priced at £30 per person and includes a three-course supper plus wines. When? 27th March Where? The Magdalen Chapter, Magdalen Street, Exeter EX2 4HY How? For more information, visit www.themagdalenchapter.com 

Highland Park releases Freya

Highland Park releases Freya

Who? Highland Park What? Highland Park have recently released Freya, the third whisky in the Valhalla Collection. This follows the previous releases of Thor and Loki. The new whisky, named after the Norse goddess of Love, has aromas of white chocolate and almond bolstered by flavours of orange peel and butterscotch. Priced at £140. When? Available now Where? Available online from The Whisky Exchange How? Buy now from The Whisky Exchange