Aged for an average of 14 months in a carefully selected blend of freshly emptied barrels from Buffalo Trace, Heaven Hill, Four Roses, and Wild Turkey, the 2025 Bourbon County Brand Original Stout by Goose Island offers a deeply complex tasting experience. This high-end release delivers a rich, decadent mouthfeel highlighted by luxurious notes of fudge, vanilla, and caramelized sugar.
Written by historian Martin Williams, Claridge’s: Queen of Hotels, Hotel of Kings presents the definitive account of the legendary London hotel's rich heritage since its founding in 1812. The beautifully illustrated volume chronicles Claridge’s evolution from its origins as Mivart’s Hotel through world wars and modern transformations, highlighting its enduring reputation for British elegance, discretion, and quiet innovation. By sharing the stories of the distinguished royalty, statesmen, and cultural icons who have walked its halls, the book captures the timeless glamour and unique magic that define one of the world's most storied luxury destinations.
Debuting in 2014, the Freccia collection by Italian Maison Vhernier stands as a signature of high jewelry, prominently featured during Paris Couture Week. The luxury line centers on a bold, sculptural reinterpretation of a single triangular motif, seamlessly blending modern architectural design with fine Italian craftsmanship.
Elysian Tales is a boutique luxury travel company offering exclusive and progressive dining experiences throughout Europe. By intentionally moving away from traditional food tours, the firm crafts high-end culinary itineraries that emphasize rich cultural immersion and seamless, narrative-driven travel.
Scheduled for publication on November 17, 2026, by Ten Speed Press, Vintage Watches: The Modern Guide is an upcoming hardcover release co-authored by Michael B. Dougherty together with Eric Wind and Charlie Dunne of Wind Vintage.
Following the March closure of its Diavik diamond mine in Canada, Australian mining giant Rio Tinto retrieved 33,000 carats of diamonds from remaining ore during the second quarter of 2026—a 97% decline both quarter-on-quarter and year-on-year. Total production for the first half of the year decreased by 51% compared to 2025, reaching 1.1 million carats. However, the company plans to continue processing and selling its final inventory through at least the end of 2026. As Diavik was Rio Tinto's last active diamond mine—following the 2020 closure of Australia's Argyle mine and the 2023 sale of its stake in Canada's Fort à la Corne project—the wind-down reflects the company's broader strategic shift toward metals and industrial minerals, with its primary remaining diamond footprint limited to an exploration program in Angola.
In June 2026, FoundRae debuted its first international flagship in London's Mayfair, weaving local heritage into a warm, library-inspired boutique filled with books, a cozy fireplace, and an on-site hand-engraving studio. Bathed in cherry red—a tribute to Shakespeare’s Double Cherry motif representing an unbreakable bond, which also graces the entrance and a London-exclusive medallion—the store offers a rich journey of discovery. Visitors can also step into the private United in Love room, a dedicated sanctuary where expert stylists offer personalized guidance through the brand's commitment jewelry collection.
Situated at the Bernau Estate Vineyard in the scenic Dundee Hills, Domaine Willamette holds the distinction of being Oregon's first winery dedicated entirely to sparkling wine. The estate specializes in crafting world-class sparkling wines using traditional, time-honored methods.
