Who? Van Kleef
What? Learn all about the origins of gin and try the true Dutch spirit jenever at Van Kleef, the oldest surviving distillery in The Hague. The distillery is still operating to this day but also runs as a museum. Here, you can taste, explore and get into the heart of jenever.
When? Tutoring by arrangement
Where? Lange Beestenmarkt 109 The Hague, Netherlands
How? Visit www.vankleef.eu for more information
Who? Hotel Brunelleschi What? How many hotels can boast its own museum? Hotel Brunelleschi is certainly one. Though it could be said that the hotel is a museum in itself having incorporated historical structures from the Roman era. The interiors are anything but dated, though. Renovated as recently as 2012, it really is luxury in the heart of Florence. Perhaps that’s why it is, amongst other things, a member of the Great Hotels of the World Luxury Collection. When? Open year round Where? Piazza Santa Elisabetta, 3 50122 Florence, Italy How? For more information or to book, please visit www.ghotw.com/Hotel-Brunelleschi or call 020 7380 3658 Ten photos from Hotel Brunelleschi Fly via…
Who? Penfolds What? The Penfolds Re-Coking Clinic is returning to London for the first time in five years. The service, which has been running since 1991, has provided owners of Penfolds wines the opportunity to have their wines assessed for quality and re-corked if necessary. Owners will also have the opportunity to learn about their wine’s history and investment potential. When? 22nd October Where? The Berkeley, Wilton Place, Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7RL How? For more information, see www.penfolds.com
Who? Beefeater What? London gin brand Beefeat has recently released a limited edition #MyLondon bottle for its London Dry Gin. The bottle features the Beefeater design recreated from 1,000 images of London, sourced from a photography competition that the brand ran in November 2012. Priced at £17.85. When? Available now Where? Outlets worldwide How? Visit www.beefeaterginmylondon.com for more information
Who? Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) What? Following the resounding success of the inaugural WSET Gin Ramble, the event returns again for mark two. The new and improved tour will include a trip to Sipsmiths, lunch at former gin palace Princess Victoria and gin cocktail masterclass. Priced at £125. When? 27th September Where? Tour starts at WSET, 39-45 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3XF How? Book by calling 020 7089 3841
Who? Nicky James What? As regular travellers, we know that being on the road can get a little tedious – especially when it comes to waiting for your luggage. That’s why we love this set of squirrel themed luggage tag and passport cover. It might not make your journey any shorter but at least it makes the little things a little more fun. Priced at £27.95. When? Available now Where? Available online from John Lewis How? Buy now from John Lewis
Who? Veuve Clicquot What? Veuve Clicquot has recently launched Rich, a new Champagne designed for mixology. The rich refers to the historically sweeter wines from the Champagne region. As well as a higher dosage for added sweetness, the Champagne also benefits from a tailored blend of grapes. The recommended mixers include grapefruit, pineapple, cucumber, celery, peppers and tea but experimentation is welcome. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at Selfridges and select bars How? For more information, see rich.veuve-clicquot.com
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