What distinguishes Bordeaux wine? Why are 1989 Bordeaux wines considered classics? We dissect the details over a wine pairing dinner at The Olive, Genting Highlands. When it comes to wine regions, Bordeaux often comes top of mind for many, seasoned…
Dec 23, 2019
5 under the radar cocktail bars to check out in KL
These five speakeasy bars sport some of the most delicious and creative cocktail concoctions to please your palate and senses. The concept of the cocktail speakeasy bar has become a norm amidst the night-life scene in Kuala Lumpur the last…
Dec 18, 2019
Martell The Journey: Discovering 300 years of Maison Martell in Cognac
At the core of Cognac lies the Fondation d’Entreprise Martell, where Maison Martell takes visitors on a journey through its heritage, savoir-faire and ‘angel’s share’. Paris, Bordeaux and Cannes may be the more popular regions of France, but the southwestern…
Dec 17, 2019
The Botanist reconnects with nature with release of mini-film series, “Wild – A State of Mind”
The Botanist released a five-part mini-film series called “Wild – A State of Mind”, featuring chefs, bartenders and foragers from countries such as the UK, US, Canada, Singapore and South Africa. Scottish gin brand The Botanist gets back in touch…
Dec 16, 2019
This private collection of 3,900 whiskies will be the largest to ever go on auction
“The Perfect Collection” by the late American collector Richard Gooding, consists bottles of primarily single malt Scotch whisky hailing from distilleries such as the Macallan, Bowmore and Springbank. What is believed to be the largest private whisky collection to go…
Dec 16, 2019
FirstClasse Giftaway: Win the newly redesigned Martell XO
This week, we are giving away a bottle of Martell XO, Maison Martell’s signature interpretation of the prestigious Grande Champagne terroir. The countdown to Christmas day continues as we await the most wonderful time of the year. In celebration of…
Dec 11, 2019
Martell and Babe by Jeff Ramsey return for the third edition of Wonderarium this December
The third edition of the Wonderarium cocktail party will be held at the Omakase + Appreciate speakeasy bar in Kuala Lumpur on December 13th and 14th. House of Martell and Babe by Jeff Ramsey are collaborating once more to present…
Dec 09, 2019
Announced: The top 4 bars at The Bar Awards Kuala Lumpur and Penang 2019
Bar Trigona scored a hattrick this year, including Hotel Bar of the Year, Creative Cocktail Bar of the Year and the coveted Bar of the Year (Kuala Lumpur). The verdict for The Bar Awards Kuala Lumpur and Penang 2019 has…
Dec 05, 2019
A brief history of mulled wine and why you should make some this Christmas
Here’s a brief history of the traditional Christmas drink, as well as a recipe for you to make yourself and your loved ones some warming mulled wine. Since Christmas is just around the corner, we thought it would be a…
Nov 29, 2019
Bowmore is going to make limited edition whisky bottles with Aston Martin
Bowmore will partner with the Aston Martin Design team to create exclusive whisky bottles that pay homage to both brands’ commitment to heritage as well as cutting-edge design. Luxury car-maker Aston Martin and whisky-make Bowmore Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky…