Author: Gentleman’s Cabinet
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Bruichladdich Octomore 6.1 Review
“But seriously, Octomore, is that even a real whisky?” That was basically my first reaction when I heard about Octomore. It is a limited whisky produced from one of my favourite distilleries, Bruichladdich. You see, I am not the kind of guy who does things by halves, especially when it comes to food and flavours. If…
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Tamdhu 10 year whisky review
When you think of Scotland, what comes to mind? Before I lived there, I thought it was a country of blue and white painted faces, haggis, kilts and whisky. A land of “ooooaye git-oot.” Beyond that I didn’t know too much about the country. I think that goes for most of the world. When I…
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Ave Maria St George Belicoso – Cigar Review
Our friend Scott over at whisgarsblog recently reviewed the Ave Maria St George Belicoso. Here is what he had to say: “There are many things in life that will catch your eye, things we ‘must look’, admire or lust for; the Lamborghini that just overtook me, the woman in red from the matrix…I think you…
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The Glendronach Revival 15
One of the many privileges I enjoy in writing for the Gentleman’s Cabinet is to introduce to you new people who will be sharing their thoughts and experiences in the world of fine spirits and cigars. I met Simon Smith as my ‘boss’ of the whisky bar I was working at in Scotland, The George…
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Gran Patron Burdeos
I bet of all the reviews you’ve read/will read from our blog, you never expected to read one on tequila did you? I mean, we have all had our tequila moments haven’t we. You know what I mean, no need to go into detail. Poor old tequila! A noble spirit with a very rich and…
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Tatuaje 10th Anniversary Belle Encre
If you’ve never heard of the cigar brand Tatuaje, you will soon. I could write forever about the contributions they have made to the modern world of fine cigars. But I will say only this; Pete Johnson, the man behind Tatuaje, is more than your average Gentleman. He named his brand Tatuaje, Spanish for ‘tattoo’,…
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Benriach Heredotus Fumosus
Sometimes I wonder what the world was like before certain combinations were invented or discovered. For example, what did people use to do before the discovery of adding salt to hot chips? Eat them plain? Huh? Also, what was going on before tomato sauce was invented? If you try and tell me that the Romans…
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Whisky and Cigar Master Classes for your next company event, work party or a unique corporate gift idea!
Looking for team bonding that doesn’t involve strike bowling or falling ‘trust’ exercises? For more sophisticated work events, search no further than Gentlemen’s Cabinet Whisky and Cigar Master Classes. Impress your co-workers and clientele with a shared gentlemen’s experience. Standard and premium packages serve as the perfect backdrop to significant client meetings and offer a…
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Cigar and Whisky Master Classes, a unique alternative bucks party idea!
Is the cliché of a small hotel room and second-rate adult entertainment un- inspiring for your upcoming bucks night? Give the Groom the gift of the true gentlemen experience. Gentlemen’s cabinet bucks party packages cater to groups of various fascinations. Whether the first stop of your evening of bachelorhood celebrations or the main event, whisky and…
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Sullivans Cove French Oak Single Malt Review
Have you ever come across a whisky with so much story and hype behind it, the whisky itself almost takes on a personality? As in, you actually start to think about the whisky as a living thing? This was the case for me for Sullivans Cove French Oak. In case you haven’t heard about this…
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Introducing: The Sydney Cigar Club West Chapter
A while ago I came to Pete, the gentleman who heads up the Sydney Cigar Club, and had a conversation that went something like this; Me: all the Sydney Cigar Club meets seem to be in the city, why can’t there be something out west? Pete: well, do something about it Me: ok Introducing the…
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Sydney Cigar Club August at El Cubano, Potts Point
Sydney Cigar Club August Meet Up Date: 19th of August Location: El Cubano, 13-15 Kellet Way, Potts Point, NSW 2011. Time: 6:30 for 7pm start Cost: $40 per person if you prepay online or $50 at the door. PREPAY NOW AND SAVE $10 ! Includes: Cuban Banquet and El Dorado Rum presentation/samples. BYO Cigars or…
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Elmer T Lee Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey Review
The other day in at the beginning of our sales meeting, our manager turned to us and said, “so what mark are we going to leave as a sales team?” This caught us all by surprise, as most meetings start with facts and figures, but instead we were being asked about our legacy and how…
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Laphroaig 10 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky Review
Tonight we settle down with one of my most favourite whiskies – Laphroaig 10 Years Old. If you are fortunate enough to have a bottle of Laphroaig 10 Years Old gracing your whisky collection or liquor cabinet, please pour yourself a dram and join me as we indulge in one of the great whisky experiences.…
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Eagle Rare 10 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey Review
Once every so often a man has to do something that he doesn’t normally do, that pushes his comfort level. Cue Alex sitting in his den doing a review on a bourbon. I have never really been a bourbon fan. In my life it has been good for two things; justifying putting my university money…
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Talisker 10 yo Single Malt Scotch Whisky Review
Ever heard the phrase “a storm in a teacup”? They were talking about Talisker. To savour Talisker 10 Years Old is to expose oneself to a truly elemental experience. You can almost feel the North Atlantic waves crashing and raging against the rocky shores of the Isle of Skye – a blast of sea spray…
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Glenfiddich 18 yo Single Malt Scotch Whisky Review
Today we explore the Speyside whisky region of Scotland, to taste test one of the most famous single malt scotch whiskies – Glenfiddich, the best-selling single malt scotch in the world. Glenfiddich is a defining Speyside whisky – rich with orchard fruits, vanilla and oak – easily approachable, warming, rich and rewarding. Glenfiddich 18 year…
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The Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve Whisky Review
A friend recently offered me a chance to try The Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve, as despite regularly delighting in a fine cigar, I had never sampled this Highland scotch. A claim to the title of “The Cigar Malt” is a bold one, but it has to be said that the complex, urbane nature of this…
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The West Winds Gin: The Cutlass
There are only 2 acceptable responses to the question, “why haven’t you tried The West Winds The Cutlass Gin?” Those responses are; “Because I am underage,” or “because I am pregnant,” If your answer lies outside of one of those two, your argument is invalid. Stop what you are doing, find a bar that has…
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The Secret To A Good Gin And Tonic
Following on from my thoughts on The West Winds Sabre gin that was posted a few days ago, we had quite a few people writing in and asking almost the same question: “I never seem to enjoy a G&T at home as much as I do in the bar, why is this?” Well, putting aside…
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The West Winds Gin Review: The Sabre
This is my first review for Gentleman’s Cabinet, and you will notice that I don’t do much research on expected flavours prior to tasting. I want to figure out what is in a drink, and let you know what I think. I would more call my writings ‘thoughts’ rather than a review. First of all,…
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Ardbeg Day Auriverdes Whisky Tasting Review
Auriverdes is the latest offering from mighty peat-smoke maestros Ardbeg. Recently released to coincide with Ardbeg Day 2014, Auriverdes (meaning gold and green, gold from the whisky, green from the bottle) is a limited release, so try it while you can. I must admit to being more than partial to Islay malt in general, not…
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Liga Privada Papas Fritas Review
Liga Privada Papas Fritas – If you love good quality leaf, but are short on time, this is the cigar for you. Fritas, (named after French Fries), from Drew Estate manages to pack a quality, flavourful smoke into a shorter stick. This Petit Corona is comprised of mix filler made from the tobacco offcuts/trimmings from…
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The Glenlivet 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky Review
The Glenlivet 12 year old – one of the most approachable, friendly and obliging single malt whiskies you are likely to find. A highly regarded scotch from the region of Speyside, loved for its pleasant fruity and vanilla character and, indeed, is one of the best-selling single malt scotches world-wide. The 12 year old expression…
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Whisky Live Sydney – A Whisky Wonderland
The annual Whisky Live Sydney event; It’s really just an amusement park. Hoards of whisky enthusiasts, industry elites and brand ambassadors coming together for four days of alcohol fuelled fun and banter. Okay perhaps its nothing like a children’s amusement park, but it’s the closest we fine whisky drinking adults have to it. Among Gentlemen’s…
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The Yamazaki Single Malt Whisky 12 Year Old Review
Today I will be reviewing an old school Japanese whisky. Yamazaki has been distilling whisky since 1923. The 12 year old is the core expression. The Japanese style of whisky is often described as a scotch copy, but I feel that Japanese whisky, whilst indeed similar, as a subtlety different character all its own. If…
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Black Crown Sons of Anarchy Robusto Cigar Review
Tonight I will be reviewing the Sons of Anarchy by Black Crown Robusto – an interesting blend inspired by the Sons of Anarchy TV series, now in its sixth and final season. The show’s producers teamed up with Black Crown to create a cigar as brooding and ballsy as its namesake. Will this bad-ass cigar make the…
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Starward Whisky Review and Tasting Notes – Gentleman’s Cabinet
Toast The Stars Starward Distillery is located in the outskirts of Melbourne in Essendon fields. It may not be in sight of a castle ruin, however Melbourne’s highly variable climate mellows the whisky, maturing it faster than its northern hemisphere peers. A gentle sip of Australian made Starward single malt whisky is a sharp re…
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The Importance of Taking Risks – Nike Football The Last Stand
Be brilliant, daring and bold. Have the confidence to take risks and passion will prevail. Nike recently released this 5 minute advertising campaign for the World Cup. It features famous football stars who have been cloned into ‘perfect’ football teams. All the clones make calculated, scientific decisions for every move and the game quickly gets…
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61 seconds that could change your life – Jim Carrey’s Commencement Address
“You can fail at what you don’t want. So you might as well take a chance on doing what you love.”- Jim Carrey, 2014 Jim Carrey’s commencement address to Maharishi University of Management’s class of 2014. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajMpfPYlHi4 Transcript: You can spend your whole life imagining ghosts. Worrying about the pathway to the future. But all…
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When Was The Last Time You Invested In Friendship?
In these modern times, social interactions are often facilitated by technology. We now have more mediums than ever before in human history to connect with one another. Tweeting, Texting, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat; the list of innovations and inventions aimed at improving our connections with one another is endless and constantly evolving. The irony is, although…
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How to Drink Whiskey
While whiskey was first billed as a medicinal substance — aquavitae or “water of vitality” — it soon gained popularity and became one of the most popular drinks in the world. Whiskey as we know it was probably first distilled in the 1400s, and probably in Scotland, according to the best hard evidence we have.…