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The Art of Whisky Creation
JOSHUA’s are advocates of time honoured traditions, not solely, but in the main, based on the premise that there must be a reason that they have stood the test of time. It’s the idea of tweaking rather than wholesale reform, embracing the past yet looking to the future that leads to a truly remarkable outcome.…
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Penhaligon’s Moustache Wax
Royal warranted perfumery Penhaligon’s have given us another reason to smile this Movember with their lightly scented moustache wax. For JOSHUA’s it is the contemporary interpretive scent of Sartorial imbued in the wax that makes for a particularly pleasant wear on one’s ‘tasche. Penhaligon’s Sartorial: Traditional notes of oakmoss, tonka bean and lavender exquisitely blended…
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Alfred Dunhill: Portraits of Achievement
People with aspirations are all exceptional, but JOSHUA’s harbor a special place for those that actually achieve the unthinkable and turn those aspirations into reality. Such is the case of Sam Waley-Cohen, the amateur racehorse jockey who became a champion. Yes there have been many outstanding victors over the years, but Sam is different – for…
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Rémy Martin XO Excellence Tasting notes
Rémy Martin XO Excellence offers the perfect balance of flavour, and a harmonious development of aromas: floral notes of jasmine, rich fruity notes of candied plums are complemented by warm hints of cinnamon and hazelnut. Whether served at room temperature or on ice – it’s the intricate blend of complex aromas and silky texture that…
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Opulent Series: Rémy Martin Exclusive Limited Edition XO Gold
In the world of Champagne Cognac Rémy Martin is a name imbued with historical reference and a drink deemed worthy for Generale de Gaulle, Winston Churchill and even the astute palate of the British Monarchy. But today JOSHUA’s look at the one particular descendant of the Remy Martin lineage – Rémy Martin XO. Rémy Martin…
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Diane von Furstenberg 2013 evian Limited Edition Bottle
While we pondering on the topic of our health – or at least how healthy we aspire to be – Evian made their timely announcement of their latest collaborative edition, this time with the lauded Diane von Furstenberg. Admittedly, this it’s one of those collaborations which is clear in it’s ambitions to target the female…
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It’s an Issue of Health: Maximuscle Lean Definition
The idea of training has developed from a neanderthalic pursuit of size and strength to a more aspirational type goal, one of good health and functional mass. The once common goal of size augmentation – at any cost – is less prevalent, with the mentality erring more towards keeping fit, athletic – in short, it’s more…
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Chivas Regal 12 Year Old
For the first Chivas 12 ‘Made for Gentlemen’ Limited Edition, Tim Little pays homage to a wardrobe staple; the brogue. To give you an insight into what makes Chivas, Regal, here is some more information surrounding the heritage of the esteemed brand. About Chivas 12 Year Old The First World War and Prohibition interrupted whisky…
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Grenson + Chivas Regal: Tim Little Interview
‘Made for Gentlemen’ in so far as every brogue that has been handcrafted in times past has been made for men that, at the very least, aspire to be gents. Chivas Regal understand gentlemen, and have chosen the craftsmanship of Grenson owner and lauded shoemaker Tim Little to interpret his art form in the guise…
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Tim Little Presents Chivas 12 ‘Made for Gentlemen
Having taken one step into the office – a warm environment, warmth reified by the crackling wood on the fire – a plethora of photographs greet you, each serving as an indicator the personality of the man who calls it home. After just one panoramic glance around the room you get an rare, alternative insight into the shoemaker…
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The Blackberry Playbook
On the day where Apple are set to launch their most revolutionary product since the iPad – a product dubbed the iPad Mini – JOSHUA’s have decided to focus on another Tablet, the Blackberry Playbook. If not already, many will stop reading here, but for those not so acquiesced by Apple’s branding, let us continue. While…
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Martell XO Exclusive Architect Edition
Everything has its place. In the purposefully positioned, strategically laid out premises of the aspirational male – everything has its place. There may be items that to the untrained eye appear as they have been wantonly abandoned in the hallway, or flippantly dashed upon the table, but even this seemingly random placement has a purpose.…