Recent content by CaptainB

Borsalino. The ribbon is black, although it looks a little blueish in this picture. Best regards, Captain B

Best regards, Captain B

I recently bought a Homburg which apparently was stretched too much, as the sweatband and the ribbon were ripped apart. I gave it to my hatter and had the band sewn back together and a new leather sweat put in. As the new band is a little thicker the hat is slightly tight, but this will change...

Isabella, although it isn't in the best condition I really think it's a great hat - you've got a piece of history there! I have a rather similar hat which was my great grandfather's. It's nearly in like-new condition, but sadly it's too small for me :( I will put some pictures up as soon as I...

I'll have to try this! What's the best way to drink gin neat? From the freezer, with cubes, or at room temperature? What type of glass? Best regards, Captain B

Thank you very much, Warbaby! I'm afraid I can't take any photos of the coat at the moment because it's at the tailor's (getting the sleeves shortened). I will do this as soon as I get it back! It is an Austrian police coat, probably from the seventies (so I was told), but I have to do some...

Thank you for the compliment! I too think that a plain black tie would have ruined this particular outfit, but mainly because I think it wouldn't have fit to the shirt. I don't have anything against plain black ties in general, the right combination can make it look really good - I also like the...

Thank you for the research, Ethan! After reading many of the reviews I decided to just give it a try and bought it today. It cost 71 € which was a bit heavy on my wallet, but in any case I think the bottle looks great :D Now It's on its way into the freezer - my impressions will follow...

Please let me know how you like it! Best regards, Captain B

Yesterday I tried Hendrick's for the first time - I could make out the roses (lots of them), but not the cucumbers. Not that I'd call myself an expert, the only other gins I know are Gordon's and Bombay Sapphire. Best regards, Captain B

I read some reviews about this, they all said the same as you. I hope you didn't pay too much? Yesterday: Bombay Sapphire Hendrick's Gin Best regards, Captain B

Ron Millonario Solera 15 Reserve Especial Superb! Without directly comparing the two I find it equally good as the Zacapa, but more strongly flavoured. Best regards, Captain B

I can wholeheartedly recommend the Ron Millonario Solera 15 Reserva Especial too - I tried it today and it really is a fine rum! Best regards, Captain B

Thank you very much! :) Today: (Please excuse the tie-pin not sitting properly in the first picture) Best regards, Captain B

Ron Zacapa Centenario 23y. Havana Club 7y. Best regards, Captain B