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
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? The Royal Scotsman What? The Royal Scotsman is partnering up with the Scotch Malt Whisky Society to run a Classic Whisky Journey. The four night train journey will include visits to well-know Scottish distilleries led by an expert from the society as well as plenty of whisky tastings. Prices start from £4,330 per person, all inclusive. When? 21st April Where? Waverley Station, 18 North Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1BB How? For more information, see www.royalscotsman.com Fly via KLM
Who? Courvoisier What? Coinciding with the launch of l’Atelier de Courvoisier at Harrods this week, the cognac brand has released their oldest vintage. The 1789 Courvoisier & Curlier was bottled the year the French revolution began. Priced at £95,000. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at Harrods, 87-135 Brompton Road London SW1X 7XL How? Purchase in store
Who? Eight Members Club, Bank What? A hidden gem of a members club, behind an inconspicuous black door in London’s Bank, is now home to a new series of decadent social nights. Blind Bee nights at Eight Members Club are a collection of themed evenings featuring crafted cocktails, live performances and DJs, all in a relaxed lounge setting. Go late, stay later. When? Blind Bee events on Mondays to Fridays Where? Eight Members Club, Bank, One Change Valley, London EC3V 3ND How? For more information, visit www.eightclub.co.uk/blindbee
Who? Tipplesworth What? How cool is this? The bramble cocktail case from Tipplesworth holds just about everything you need to make the perfect bramble. That is, everything from the Sipsmith London Dry Gin to the Merlet crème de mure, down to the Tipplesworth sugar syrup and lemon juice. Of course, you’re not being short changed on the equipment either as it includes a shaker, strainer, measure and tumblers. You’ll need some ice and a handy bar man of course but you’ve got a recipe to hand too. Priced at £185. When? Available now Where? Available online from John Lewis How? Buy now from John Lewis
Who? Wine & Spirit Education Trust What? The Wine & Spirit Education Trust is hosting “Twelve Wines of Christmas” tasting event to prepare for the festive season. Guests will sample 12 festive wines, paired with traditional seasonal foods such as smoked salmon, turkey and cheese. Tickets are priced at £30. When? 6.30pm to 8.30pm, 27th November Where? Wine & Spirit Education Trust, International Wine & Spirit Centre, 39-45 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3XF How? To book tickets, please email courses@wset.co.uk or visit www.wsetglobal.com/london_school_courses
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