From rare tipples to exclusive experiences, Tempus' gift guide brings together the most interesting products available to buy now. Read on for the perfect stocking fillers to finalise your festive shopping...
Glashütte Original
These unique timepieces by German manufacture Glashuette brings the magic of Christmas to its PanoMaticLunar (left) and Lady Serenade (right). The blue PanoMaticLunar comes in a polished and satin-brushed red gold case gently framing a hand-crafted, dark blue dial. The sparkling, bicolour Lady Serenade is set with brilliant-cut diamonds.
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old
This exceptional Single Malt Whisky has been on quite a journey, thanks to Glenlivet’s master distiller Alan Winchester’s expertise. The 18 Year Old is an old gold colour, with sweet buttery toffee notes through the nose. It has a tropical fruitiness thanks to its first and second- fill American oak casks and a tang of spice and raisins from its final maturation in ex-sherry oak. A perfect winter dram.
Pines and Needles
From Scottish-grown Christmas pines to the most divine decorations, Pines and Needles has grown from a humble family business, founded by brother Sam and Josh Lyle, to the country's biggest provider of luxury Christmas trees.
Mr Fogg's Gin Baubles
Mr Fogg's cocktail and gin bar has joined forces with Bombay Sapphire for these very festive – and delicious – decorations. Six ornamental baubles come filled with three varieties of gin – the Bombay Sapphire, Star of Bombay, and Bombay Sapphire Limited Edition English Estate.
Louis Poulsen, The Water Pump
This 2019 PH limited edition reading lamp by designer Louis Poulsen is only available until 31 December. With a silhouette designed to honour Poul Henningsen's original 1957 design, The Water Pump features a unique mouth-blown three shade system to enhance illumination and is supported by an untreated brushed brass stem, base, and arm.
Grant Macdonald London
As London's most prestigious silversmith, Grant Macdonald is the perfect place for fine, delicately made treats. From silver animal ornaments to delicate cufflinks, and elegant champagne flutes to toast in the New Year, you can't go wrong. Pictured here is a life-like hand crafted sterling silver miniature elephant, upon purchase of which 20% of proceeds are donated to TUSK charity.
Lift eFoil
Surf’s up thanks to Lift’s innovative hydrofoil. Combining the technology of modern electric vehicles with ten years of hydrofoil design and expertise, this brilliant motorised flightboard allows riders to fly over water in a sport somewhere between surfing and gliding. Powered by electric propulsion, the eFoil will let you glide on any body of water at up to 25mph. What a way to make a splash this season...
2016 Vérité wines
The perfect gift for any wine-lover, this trio of 2016 Vérité wines combines the brand's best known styles: La Muse, a Merlot-based Pomerol-style; the La Joie blend emphasising cabernet sauvignon; and Le Désir, which is predominantly cabernet franc. The wines have received 15,100-point scores from The Robert Parker Wine Advocate, which indicates their quality and stature.
The Last Drop 56 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
The oldest Blended Scotch ever produced by The Last Drop Distillers, the 56 Year Old is available in a limited run of just 732 bottles. Matured for the first two decades in sherry butts before a long and slow period of finishing in ex-bourbon wood.
Royal Salute 21 Year Old Snow Polo Edition
The ‘King of Whisky’s’ first ever blended grain whisky has joined Royal Salute’s coveted limited-edition polo collections. Created by Royal Salute’s talented master blender Sandy Hyslop and presented by brand ambassador and British polo champion Malcolm Borwick, whose signature graces each bottle, it is an innovative addition to the 21 Year Old range. The creamy scotch whisky’s ABV content is 46.5% – cleverly reflecting the latitude coordinates of St Moritz, where snow polo was invented – and has warming notes of chocolate and butterscotch as well as layered flavours of vanilla toffee.
UEFA EURO 2020
2020 marks the 60th anniversary of the European Championships and, to celebrate, the football tournament will be hosted across 12 European cities. Here in the UK, London’s Wembley Stadium will play host to seven matches, including all three of England’s Group Stage matches, both Semi-finals and the Final. Fans can attend in style with Official Hospitality, with a number of private suite and exclusive lounge options that include dining, champagne and, of course, the best seats in the house.
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0208 233 5819 for details and to book.
Theragun Gold G3PRO
Recover from your workout in the comfort of home with this limited edition Theragun automated muscle home massager, designed for post-sports healing. Specifically designed to promote faster muscle recovery, increase circulation in the muscles, soothe chronic and acute pain, and improve motion and flexibility, it works by targeting soft- tissue stress with rapid percussion to melt away tension. For the ultimate in post-workout indulgence, get yours in limited- edition gold.
Maude & Fox tweed
Dorset-based Maude & Fox sets itself apart from the crowd with its proudly British tweed, design and attitude. Choose from a range of stunning handmade scarves and blankets to finest quality warm coats, ideal for countryside activities.
Moët & Chandon
The 150th Anniversary Limited Edition Moët Impérial Blanc 75cl Bottle has been produced in celebration of the iconic champagne house's 150th birthday. The brand's signature style, the deliciously dry wine has elements of pear, peach, hazlenuts and smoke, making it a perfect accompaniment to sushi, scallops, oysters, white meats – and even your Christmas morning breakfast.
Glenrothes 40-Year-Old
Glenrothes has released its first ever 40 Year Old Single Malt in a limited release of only 594 bottles, each individually numbers. Retailing at £2,900, the whisky was distilled in 1978 and matured in a combination of Bourbon and Sherry casks. It has a resinous quality, with orange oil on the nose and sultanas, cinnamon and nutmeg on the palate.
Garrard
Founded in London in 1735, the House of Garrard is known for its signature cuts, settings and style for the finest diamonds. Official crown jewellery to Queen Victoria, Garrard has served every subsequent British monarch. Shop the High Jewellery collection for a perfect blend of historic grandeur and contemporary elegance.
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