SALOON SAVVY
Taste and Style for Discerning Men
Change two letters and “brandy” becomes “trendy,” which couldn’t be more fitting right now. The spirit is back in style, and so is sharp tailoring. Find your perfect brandy that will suit your taste (and style) here.
Bright amber in colour, Rust en Vrede 12 Year Estate Potstill Brandy, imparts complex aromas of dried fruit, vanilla and a hint of spice. On the palate it delivers a blend of caramel, toasted nuts and subtle oak, offering a refined and sophisticated experience for brandy aficionados.
Three-piece, pure wool Fisherman’s pants, waistcoat and pants wrap, R12,500.00, shirt R2,500.00.
Available at Christiaan Erasmus Bespoke.
Bordeaux cotton cutaway shirt, R2,500.00, and wool flat-front pants, R4,500.00.
Available at Christiaan Erasmus Bespoke
The semi arid climate, meticulous craftsmanship and oak barrel ageing of Ladismith Klein Karoo Cape Brandy, results in a rich flavour profile with notes of dried fruit, spice and subtle vanilla, resulting in a proud culmination of terroir, artisan skill and pure brandy passion.
Timeless and grandiose, Van Ryns 20 Year Old Potstill Brandy captures the tradition of handcrafted, authentic potstill brandy. A complex combination of fruit, spice and honey infuse elegantly with raisins, prunes, marmalade, and almonds
Midnight blue silk, double-cuff wing-collar shirt, R3,400.00 and Indian brocade silk pants, R4,800.00.
Available at Christiaan Erasmus Bespoke.
Floral viscose shirty R2,400.00.
Available at Christiaan Erasmus Bespoke.
The extended maturation enhances the complex and refined character of Duc de Richelieu 8year-old Potstill Brandy, revealing rich aromas of dried fruits and honey, with a touch of oak on the palate, balancing flavours of caramel, vanilla, and spice, culminating in a smooth lingering finish.
Retaining all the robust character of its inception, Upland Undiluted Cask-Strength Brandy, offers intense notes of fruit, spice and oak – ideal for those who appreciate a strong and uncompromising spirit, whether savoured neat, or used in inventive cocktails.
Luxurious poplin cotton shirt with silk cuffs and collar, R3,500.00 and vintage-style cufflinks R!,399.00.
Available at Christiaan Erasmus Bespoke.
Two-piece,, hand-stitched wool suit, R19,000.00, emerald Damascus silk waistcoat, R4,500.00 and luxurious poplin cotton shirt, R2,500.00.
Available at Christiaan Erasmus Bespoke.
The pinnacle of artisanal craftsmanship, KWV 12 Small Batch Brandy, results in a complex character with the aromas of dried fruits, toasted nuts, hints of vanilla and spice. On the palate it offers a harmonious blend of caramel, dark chocolate, and subtle oak.
Nano technology fine wool pants with hand-stitched button fly, R7,500.00, floral viscose shirt, R2,500.00 and Ostrich Leather coat R45,000.00.
Available at Christiaan Erasmus Bespoke.
A completely natural brandy, blended with pure water and made in the style of the traditional Armagnac with the golden-amber of true eau de vie, L’Ormarins Sagnac is made to the highest production standards, offering a refined and sophisticated experience.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN BRANDY FOUNDATION
South African brandy is made to the highest production requirements. The process of making brandy excellence is a hand crafted and meticulous process that results in award winning potstill brandies with complex multilayered aroma profiles. Take your time with our brandies and experience excellence.
CONTRIBUTORS
Photographer | Tim Gerges | Scout Productions
Model | Wim de Klerk | Boss Models
Apparel | Christiaan Erasmus Bespoke | @22cee | 101 Harrington Street, Cape Town
Brandy | The South African Brandy Foundation
Location | Majeka House
Production | Dossier Magazine