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LOOK: DECEMBER 2025

COCKTAIL: POMEGRANATE MIMOSA

Twisted Alchemy transforms fresh fruit into cold-pressed juices relied on by bartenders and enthusiasts for exceptional flavor and consistency. This cocktail recipe showcases two signature flavors ideal for the celebratory season. INGREDIENTS• 2 ounces Twisted Alchemy 100 percent Cold-Pressed Pomegranate Juice• 4 ounces chilled Champagne or sparkling wine• 0.5 ounce Twisted Alchemy 100 percent Cold-Pressed

GENTLEMEN’S QUARTERLY: THE ART OF GIVING

A distinguished selection of timeless style and refined essentials, curated for the modern gentleman’s holiday season. Smith’s Men’s Store is located at 770 North Western Avenue in Lake Forest, 847-234-5866, and 839 Elm Street in Winnetka, 847-881-3380, smithsmensstore.com.

EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN: BUYING AT AUCTION WITH CONFIDENCE

The Freeman’s | Hindman September 16 Important Jewelry auction achieved an impressive $3,543,316 total with 91 percent of lots sold and a 117 percent sell-through by value. This auction featured distinguished collections from the Estates of Phyllis Pressman, Carol Hardin Davis, and Mary L. Bundy—all achieving white-glove results—alongside notable property from private collectors. This has

LITERARY GIFTING: RIZZOLI’S HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

A curated holiday guide for books that inspire, delight, and captivate. Gift giving is rarely simple, but books have a way of making it feel effortless. Rizzoli, a literary landmark for over 60 years, offers an endless assortment of books. This year’s Holiday Gift Guide highlights some of the most distinctive and captivating finds, with

COCKTAIL: HOT TODDY

INGREDIENTS:• 6 ounces water• 1.5 ounces KOVAL Bourbon Whiskey• 0.5–0.75 ounce honey• 0.75 ounce Twisted Alchemy Lemon Juice• 1 lemon round (optional)• 1 cinnamon stick (optional) METHOD:Bring water to a simmer and pour into a mug. Stir in whiskey, honey, and lemon juice until honey dissolves. Adjust to taste with more honey or lemon. Garnish

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