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Last of the summer whisky
A single-malt Scotch is not just for Christmas. In fact, some are perfect for sipping in the sun, especially over ice
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Gain some sake savvy at Kioku Bar
As well as offering 130 varieties, London’s Kioku Bar is hosting masterclasses for the sake of education about the brewed rice drink
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England’s vine in the sun
It was almost England’s time on European soil in the football, but home terroir is winning when it comes to winemaking
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Let’s be clear about tequila: Maestro Dobel
The cristalino style has changed the look of aged tequilas, and Maestro Dobel’s new release is a shining example
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Brummell recommends: Nanyang Blossom
Tucked away in a quaint Knightsbridge street, this gourmet Chinese restaurant serves up classic dishes with a nature-inspired twist that are as delicious as they are artfully presented
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Brummell recommends: Koto Afternoon Tea at The Prince Akatoki
Experience Japanese hospitality at its finest with the memorable Koto Afternoon Tea at the tranquil The Prince Akatoki hotel
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Irish whiskey comes to its Senses
A collaboration between Irish whiskey bonder Rupert Egan and Dublin’s two-Michelin-starred chef Damien Grey is one of the most sophisticated whiskey pairing projects ever created
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Reviewed: The brand-new cocktail menu at the Donovan Bar
The new drinks list at London’s oldest hotel is inspired by the magical storytelling of childhood
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Brummell recommends: Art Afternoon Tea, Rosewood London
A joyous new collaboration with artist John Booth brings an expert blend of playful design and imaginative patisserie to Rosewood London Hotel’s Mirror Room
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Carpo Launches Ice-Cream Range at its Piccadilly Concept Store
The chocolate, nut and coffee specialist now offers ice-cream to satisfy London’s favourite summer sweet craving
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Summer sipping: visit Villa Minuty at Rosewood London
Château Minuty has launched a pop-up restaurant at Rosewood London, bringing French Riviera flair to the heart of London
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Brummell recommends: Lavo
A leafy Mediterranean terrace in the heart of central London where Rome meets Los Angeles
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Stormzy opens new House Party bar in Soho
The London rapper brings a welcome dose of well-curated carnage to the West End
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Brummell recommends: Cloth
Hidden down an old-timey alley in Farringdon, Cloth is the new restaurant that’s all about romance, chic wines and classic cookery
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Moët & Chandon releases Collection Impériale Création No.1
To celebrate Moët & Chandon’s 280th anniversary, the maison has launched a new champagne
Brummell recommends: Taku in Mayfair
Taku’s team of experienced chefs brings an elevated omakase experience to Mayfair, in this intimate 16-seat restaurant
The house pour
Glenturret distillery celebrates the opening of Aberturret House, its own Scottish country home available for private hire, with a gin to drink while relaxing there
Veuve Clicquot’s luxury train experience
The champagne house popped the cork on its all-new Solaire Journeys last week
Longmorn coming
The Speyside malt whisky that has been a cult hero among blenders, independent bottlers and connoisseurs is set to gain wider recognition with new 22YO and 18YO expressions and announcement that the latter will be the youngest in their range
Midleton Very Rare celebrates 40 years of precision blending
As well as the MVR Vintage 2024, this year the distillery near Cork releases a special ruby-anniversary edition of its luxury Irish whiskey
Grand cruise wines
To match its fine dining, with guest Michelin-starred chefs, the luxury ship Explora I has built up an equally impressive cellar
Port Ellen: the resurrection
Brummell visited the newly transformed distillery on Islay – closed for 40 years – just before it opened to the public and found that it is more than simply a memorial to the ghost of the old distillery – it is looking far into the future, too
Whisky and women
Whisky has been a boy’s club for decades but, reflecting changing attitudes worldwide, Whisky Auctioneer has announced the first-ever auction dedicated to shining a spotlight on and raising funds for female-led distilleries
Reflections of 2020
Champagne Lallier has released its annual Réflexions, an intriguing hybrid of vintage and N/V.
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