Glenlevit 12yr. Unopened for a Decade after purchase. Thanks Uncle Steve! And a Plasencia Alma del Fuego box pressed toro

If any of you have seen some of my previous posts, you’ll be well aware of my love for all things steam railways. Today, my dad, uncle and I took a trip by steam train to the beautiful city of Bath where we explored the Christmas markets and got ourselves a proper pub dinner. It’s also my grandads birthday weekend, who we lost earlier this year so this trip felt rather fitting, especially as the first steam excursion we did was to Bath. Here’s what I went with. A plain white Charles Tyrwhitt dress shirt with navy trousers. Brown Thursday wingtips and my latest purchase of a black military style overcoat, which I picked up on eBay for £30.

Good afternoon, gentlemen. Fourteen years ago, when I was 14, I had a dark grey, double-breasted, military-style wool overcoat from H&M. It matched my style before I even knew what my style was. I wore it until the puppy-fat years made the fit… ambitious — and eventually it went to charity. Last week I decided to go looking for it. Not just any coat — that coat. After some hunting, I actually found the same model second-hand: same cut, same attitude, just finally in a size that fits a grown man. I’m giving it its first proper outing tonight for a mate’s birthday in London: grey herringbone waistcoat with matching trousers, brown Thursday wingtip boots, and my metal Armani watch. Feels good bringing a piece of my younger self forward into the present — only sharper this time.

Good evening!! I’ve just got back from my trip around the Scottish Highlands, where I’ve been exploring some incredible distilleries. On this trip through the Scottish Highlands, my Master Supply Co Convoy leather jacket did exactly what I needed it to. Paired with a thick cable-knit jumper and sturdy black zip-up boots, it handled everything from the cold winds by the River Spey, to keeping me warm in our private carriage on the stunning Strathspey Railway. A couple of weeks ago, I posted about going 2 months without a drink. My first dram marked 10 weeks and it became about rediscovering a passion and learning the art of whisky making. I’ve learned to enjoy alcohol in a healthier way. I don’t want to down pint after pint anymore — I’d rather enjoy something well-made, and actually taste it. As for the scenery? I could describe it, but they say pictures tell a thousand words.

Good evening! Now the weather is turning colder, I’d love to invest in a great overcoat which I can wear over a suit or even just a nice shirt and pair of trousers. Even better if it can be paired with a pair of dark jeans. I like the style of the Peaky Blinders overcoat, and I’m open to a military style too, but a lot of the brands I’m finding seem a little obscure and prices seem deceptively low, so I can’t be certain on overall quality. What brands can you recommend? My budget is anything under £250.