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Rolls-Royce Cullinan — Series II
More so than ever, it really is impossible to please everyone. The acceleration of information accumulation—and dissemination—has meant that most people know a very little about a lot, rather than a lot about relatively little. With this comes an illusion of expertise and a growth in niche interests, options, choices and tastes. While there are…
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Havana Club —The Icónica Collection
They see themselves not as mere makers of an alcoholic beverage, but as a protector of something far more difficult to bottle. Rum is an island spirit in both meanings of the word. It begets visions of paradise, of piracy. It is a symbol of Cuba’s staunch rebellion against all who have tried to break…
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The Glendronach + Rankin — Raise Expectations
How might an esteemed whisky behemoth affect what is contemporarily known as a “glow-up” when it has been around for nearly 200 years? The Glendronach distillery has stood proudly in the Scottish Highlands, nestled in and protected by the ‘Valley of Brambles’ for two centuries. Founder James Allardice introduced this whisky to the world in…
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The House that Whisky built
One could argue that the Gordon family’s very blood is malted. They have spent generations scouring the globe for rare and precious whiskies and their collection—the House of Hazelwood—is a thing of legend. It is, quite simply, the greatest inventory of aged Scotch whisky held anywhere in the world. Spanning seven decades, the diverse whiskies…
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HOLLAND & HOLLAND — Explosive Colour
Holland & Holland, the preeminent British gun maker, is bringing a little colour to the hunt. Their new engraving technology allows for level of detail as yet unseen on a firearm. Available for models in the ‘Royal’ portfolio, this innovative development allows clients to select from an extensive palate, bringing colour and vibrancy to their…
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Phantom Scintilla: A Muse Reborn
Often we never really understand the true resonance and impact of the decisions we make until we have a great enough scope to review them in posterity. This could be said for sculptor Charles Sykes’ decision to employ Eleanor Thorton, Lord Montagu’s secretary, paramour and alleged muse for the now world-famous Spirit of Ecstasy. In…
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Fragrance — Summer ’24
It’s summer time, that time of year where clouds are your friend, offering you temporary respite when the sun is at peak potency. Here are a selection of scents to keep you—and your home—adequately fragranced, regardless of cloud cover. No.4 Bois de Balincourt by Maison Louis Marie “Inspired by co-founder Marie’s family home called Balincourt,…
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TWIST/d — by Based Upon
Based Upon’s latest creation could happily occupy a room as a simple piece of art. It has no obligation to be a functional marvel of technology. It certainly doesn’t owe us such a bounty of musical possibilities. And yet, it delivers on the above to such astounding effect that one wonders what to label it.…
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Flying High — A Glamorous Menu
One thing I distinctly remember from childhood was having a very glamorous perception of air travel. It’s not that I hadn’t travelled much either, the combination of my father’s job and my parents’ determination to keep us—me and my siblings—connected to our Ghanaian roots ensuring that we were often air bound. No, this idea of…
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The Naran Hyper–Coupé
Over the past few years, we’ve seen a host of new automotive brands birthed, each leveraging the democratisation of creation given by ready-made electric powertrains. This alternative path to automotive creation is no less noble than traditional methods, but focuses more on features and design aspects, the drive itself largely taken care of by the…
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DarkPrism — The Reality of Combat
I’m crouch-walking along a claustrophobic corridor, gunfire all around. My plucky squadron of misfits follow up behind, close enough that I can hear their breath over the sounds of a war-torn apartment block. Some I know intimately—my two cousins and best friend. Others, I’ve just met, but war tends to form bonds quickly. There’s a…
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Renais Gin Edition Anniversaire — Alex Watson Interview
In an age where flippancy reigns supreme, legacy has even more value. By legacy I’m referring to the lasting value; the creation of something that exists beyond that of your personal story, all the while paying tribute to that which preceded it. Such is the case with Renais, a gin where the legacy of family—and…
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Drinks of Note — Summer ’24
The change in weather signals a change in sentiment; an optimistic outlook on what is set to be a great Summer. Here are some choice drinks to enjoy this season. Mercer + Prince by A$AP ROCKY “Born at the intersection of Art & Culture, Mercer + Prince is twice distilled and aged for a minimum…
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Lucky Liquid — Prestige Tequila revisted
Truth be told, when ageing a spirit using untried parameters over an extended period of time, there are no guarantees that the outcome will be anything close to what you desire. It’s a risky business indeed, especially when the liquid in question is Avión 100% agave extra añejo tequila. This spirit is naturally vibrant, with…
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