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Kelly Moffat, co-founder and COO of Kirrin Finch, turned a personal frustration with traditional clothing into a business opportunity. Through inclusive design, an authentic brand identity, and a commitment to an underserved community, she helped build a Brooklyn-based fashion company challenging conventional ideas of style and fit.
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Trading the fast-paced world of finance for the rolling hills of the English countryside, Dan Szor set out to redefine what English whisky could be. As the founder of Cotswolds Distillery, he transformed an unlikely dream into one of Britain's most compelling craft spirits stories, challenging tradition, embracing innovation, and proving that exceptional whisky doesn't have to come from Scotland.
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Blending Korean heritage with a bold, modern vision, Yobo Spirits founder Carolyn Kim is challenging conventions and redefining what Korean spirits can be. We explore the inspiration, ambition, and entrepreneurial spirit behind a brand determined to carve out its own place in the global drinks industry.
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At the crossroads of Scotland’s whisky heritage and a bold new era of experimentation, Holyrood Distillery co-founder Rob Carpenter is challenging convention, redefining single malt, and bringing a rebellious spirit back to the heart of Edinburgh.
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At the heart of California’s Sta. Rita Hills, Chad Melville is redefining what it means to grow exceptional wine. With a deep respect for the land, a hands-on approach to viticulture, and an unwavering commitment to authenticity, Melville reveals how great Pinot Noir begins long before the first grape is harvested.
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Read interviewEvery cigar enthusiast has a different path into the culture, but for Neia B. Custodio (Instagram:@neiasmokes), it has always been about authenticity, craftsmanship, and the people who make the experience meaningful. Rather than trying to fit into expectations, she has built her place in the cigar community through knowledge, consistency, and a genuine passion for […]
Read interviewIntroduction The cigar world has never been more diverse, and women are helping redefine what modern cigar culture looks like. One of those voices is Fernie Cortez, better known as @morenaandcigars, whose passion for premium cigars grew from simple curiosity into a genuine appreciation for the craft, community, and ritual behind every smoke. In this […]
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Like myself and a lot of beginners first entering the world of scotch, we tend to find ourselves themselves overwhelmed by the brown liquid of gold. When I first took my sip of Scotch, was approximately 14 years ago. It was either Jameson or Johnny Black, at that point not understanding the difference between either, […]
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Introduction Cigar culture has always carried a certain mystique—dimly lit lounges, polished wood tables, and the quiet ritual of smoke rising slowly through conversation. For generations it has been a world largely defined by tradition and male presence. But today, a new generation of aficionados is reshaping the culture, bringing fresh perspectives to the timeless […]
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About Glenmorangie: Glenmorangie Single Malt Scotch Whisky originates in the Scottish Highlands where, at the Glenmorangie Distillery, it is distilled in the tallest malt whisky stills in Scotland for a purer spirit, expertly matured in the finest oak casks for great depth, and perfected by the Men of Tain, who have passed their skills down the […]
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At the crossroads of Old World tradition and New World innovation, Jason Haas, Partner and General Manager of Tablas Creek Vineyard, is challenging the conventions of California winemaking. From Rhône-inspired wines to regenerative farming, Haas is proving that the future of great wine isn't just in the glass — it's rooted in the land, the people, and the courage to do things differently.
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