• Opulent Series: Rémy Martin Exclusive Limited Edition XO Gold

    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    In the world of Champagne Cognac Rémy Martin is a name imbued with historical reference and a drink deemed worthy for Generale de Gaulle, Winston Churchill and even the astute palate of the British Monarchy.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…

  • Diane von Furstenberg 2013 evian Limited Edition Bottle

    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…

  • Chivas Regal 12 Year Old

    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…

  • Grenson + Chivas Regal: Tim Little Interview

    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…

  • Tim Little Presents Chivas 12 ‘Made for Gentlemen

    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…

  • Martell XO Exclusive Architect Edition

    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.…

  • The Protocoles Illustrated: Noma Bar

    The Protocoles Illustrated: Noma Bar

    In fear that the ritualistic tradition of how to drink and truly enjoy champagne had been lost, G.H. MUMM called upon Israeli-born Noma Bar to modernize and bring to life their Protocoles de Champagne; a comprehensive guide of dos and don’ts of champagne. His artistry for the Protocoles elegantly combines the intricate use of G.H.…

  • The Protocoles Deluxe Case by G.H.MUMM

    The Protocoles Deluxe Case by G.H.MUMM

    The fact that something is freely available by no means devalues the aspiration of attaining it, but there is no denying that scarcity does increase the fervor to purchase, and the contentment of acquisition. Purveyors of luxury Champagne G.H.MUMM have recently launched their Protocoles Deluxe Champagne Case in a limited run of 50 units. Inspired…

  • Champagne Protocoles de G.H. MUMM

    Champagne Protocoles de G.H. MUMM

    The idea behind JOSHUA’s is the aspiration to further oneself; regardless of how evolved we consider ourselves to be. Part of this will be learning new skills, but a significant other will be rediscovering things we thought that we already knew. Today, the rules for drinking champagne have taken on a new style. Wave goodbye…

  • Chapter II – A Question of Temperature

    Chapter II – A Question of Temperature

    One of champagne’s best features is of course its freshness. Picture that glass covered with a fine mist, the chilled and delicious bubbles, the coolness to the touch. But even though the perfect temperature at which to enjoy champagne is generally regarded as 8°C, each situation requires specific chilling preparations. It’s demanding, we grant you, but that’s often…

  • Chapter III – Opening the Bottle

    Chapter III – Opening the Bottle

    Having chilled your bottle to perfection, it’s all very well to wave it around with a certain panache. But now it’s time to open it. The trick is to avoid showering the room in foam, breaking the cork or giving your partner (or your boss for that matter) a black eye, and to achieve that elegant, soft…

  • Chapter IV – Sabring Champagne

    Chapter IV – Sabring Champagne

    So you now know how to open a bottle like a pro. But what really fascinates people is how to do it like a Napoleonic cavalry officer – in other words by sabring the bottle in one masterly and spectacular gesture – a legacy of those who celebrated their victories by unsheathing their sabre and using it…

  • Chapter V – Choosing the right Champagne Glass

    Chapter V – Choosing the right Champagne Glass

    What is the quintessence of elegance? Karl Lagerfeld puts it better than us: simplicity, of course. To enhance the champagne, your preference should therefore be for glass or, better still, crystal. While the former, transparent and smooth, enables you to enjoy the dancing bubbles and hue of the robe to perfection, the latter is obviously a cut above in terms of finesse…

  • Chapter VI – Serving Champagne

    Chapter VI – Serving Champagne

    Even on a linen tablecloth andin crystal glasses to boot, the best vintages can be ruined if poorly served. Knowledge of the correct gestures is essential for serving this great wine and thus putting the guests in the best frame of mind for the tasting. And let’s face it, this is your moment of glory: performing a majestic…