Life & Style
From watches to whiskies, a collection of items we adored in 2025.
Corvette ZR1 Hybrid
“The 2025 Corvette ZR1 Hybrid pushes performance boundaries while staying true to Corvette DNA. Built in Bowling Green, Kentucky—just like every Corvette since 1981—it pairs a twin-turbo V8 with electric boost to deliver more than 1,000 hp and instant torque.” —Alexandra O’Laughlin
Dewar’s Double Double 21 Year Old Magma Stone Toasted
Not all single-malt Scotch whiskies are created equal; and, in the case of the Double Double 21 Year Old Magma Stone Toasted expression, its distinction is causally connected to how it’s created. What sets this highly mature whisky apart is its unique finishing technique—the whisky is aged in virgin French oak casks that have been toasted using Icelandic magma stones. The aging method imparts complexity in an elegant package, delivering notes of cinnamon, cloves, creamy caramel, baked apples, and toasted cereal. It’s fascinating, refined, and truly one of one.
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Land-Dweller
“I’m always impressed with Rolex,” Annika Sörenstam says. “The Oyster Perpetual Land-Dweller is gorgeous, and the bracelet offers a different look, which is fun.” Introduced earlier this year, the watch’s famous Oyster case—synonymous with the Swiss company—has been restyled to showcase a finely detailed dial with a honeycomb motif. The bezel comes fluted or set with diamonds, while a new Flat Jubilee bracelet finishes a seamless aesthetic, incorporating both high-polish and satin finishings.
A Toast from Dewar’s
Here’s to those who bring personality and polish to everything they do—proving that great taste is always in fashion. Light-hearted yet sophisticated, the Highland Spritz captures that same modern sense of style.
Octobre Editions
“This French label makes contemporary-styled basics that don’t break the bank and bring chic to everyday wear. Founded as the men’s line of Sézane, the brand focuses on timeless wardrobe staples—from perfectly cut shirts and knits to tailored pants and coats—all crafted in Europe with effortless sophistication.” —Samantha Brooks
Oliva Black Swan Cigars
“You can spend a mint to get a good full-bodied cigar, but you don’t have to. For about $10, Oliva Black Swans are earthy, Connecticut-broadleaf-wrapper cigars that deliver complex flavors ranging from cocoa and leather to coffee and almond. For smokers who appreciate strong, layered flavors, they offer the perfect balance of creaminess and peppery spice.” —David DeSmith
Lucid Gravity SUV
“For a large U.S. auto company, Lucid isn’t that well known yet—except to car enthusiasts who appreciate industry-changing technology. Lucid’s Gravity SUV, new for 2025, won’t do zero to 60 in under two seconds, as its Air Sapphire sedan can. But it’s still quick enough off the line—zero to 60 in 3.1 seconds—to get your attention at the wheel. And this in a smooth-riding, sweet-looking, seven-seat SUV. Lucid’s battery and electric motor tech is miles ahead of its competitors, and it delivers 450 miles in range on a single charge—in a cabin that’s smartly designed and as luxurious as you’ll find in any high-end car, electric or otherwise.” —D.D.
BMW iX M70
“After my X5M Competition sidelined, I found myself in a BMW iX M70 for the first time. I wasn’t expecting much—just a temporary stand-in—but the experience caught me off guard. The silence, the balance, the immediate surge of power; it all felt familiar yet completely new. The X5M is visceral, loud, and unapologetic. The iX M70, on the other hand, is confident in its quiet. It doesn’t try to replace the rush of gas; it redefines it. Behind the wheel, I started to understand what the next phase of driving might actually feel like; not lesser, just different. I’m still in love with the combustion growl and the rawness of my X5M, but this drive made the idea of going electric feel less like compromise and more like evolution. The iX M70 makes the argument harder to ignore.” —Roger Steele
Eden Mill Golf Gin
For golf-loving gin drinkers, it is hard to escape the synergy that has been distilled by Eden Mill in St Andrews. The company’s new Golf Gin features botanicals foraged from the Old Course itself. Distilled using the traditional London dry gin method, the spirit features notes of gorse, heather, and lavender that are subtle but satisfyingly present (as long as the gin is not drowned in tonic; one part gin to two parts tonic should do it, served on ice, of course).
Amazefit Balance 2
“I’ve been wearing a smart watch by Amazefit that is great looking, tracks all my workout info, and has apps that are very useful—I use the golf app every time I play—and the battery is unlike anything I’ve experienced. I last charged it seven days ago, and I still have 45 percent as I write this.” —Geno Bonnalie
Cohiba Spectre
Since its debut in 2018, the limited-edition Spectre series from Cohiba has aimed to redefine ultra-premium cigars. The latest release continues that legacy with a Havana Connecticut 2017 wrapper, a Mexican San Andrés binder, and Criollo 1998 filler that was grown in the Dominican Republic. The blend delivers an earthiness and a slight fruity character, which balances out the cigar’s faint spiciness. It’s a rich and full-bodied smoke, but not so bold as to be overpowering.
Lelit Bianca Espresso Maker
Coffee is one of my indulgences. I have a professional machine in my restaurant, but this newest edition from Lelit is a superior choice for making coffee at home.” —Gabriel Kreuther
Epic E1000 AX
“I am a pilot and love all things aviation. I live in Bend, Oregon, and fly an Epic Aircraft, which is actually designed and produced right here in my hometown. The Epic E1000 AX was just released, and it’s a game changer. It has all the performance of a light jet—speed, altitude, comfort—yet all the advantages of a turboprop, like low cost of operation, versatility, and single-pilot operation.” —David McLay Kidd
Orlebar Brown
“For elevated resortwear that functions on the sea but looks impeccable on the shore, there’s nothing like Orlebar Brown, the British brand that redefined men’s swimwear with a tailored approach. Founded in 2007, the label began with the idea that swim shorts could be styled like smart trousers, and it has expanded more and more every year beyond swimwear.” —S.B.
Garrus Rosé
Whispering Angel from Château d’Esclans in Provence has set the international benchmark for quality rosés—dry, pale, crisp, and a great companion to so many dishes and occasions—yet the full class and sophistication of Château d’Esclans is bottled in its premium Garrus. Derived from 100-year-old vines, Garrus is aged in French oak barrels to finish a much more complex rosé. The oak comes through, along with a hint of creamy vanilla.
The Panelists
PGA Tour caddie Geno Bonnalie
Travel and lifestyle editor and luxury hotel expert Samantha Brooks
Golf writer and globetrotter David DeSmith
Chef with two Michelin stars, at last counting Gabriel Kreuther
In-demand golf course architect and amateur pilot David McLay Kidd
Dewar’s award-winning master distiller
Stephanie Mcleod
Golf journalist, broadcaster, Kingdom contributing editor
Alexandra O’Laughlin
Ten-time major champ, Hall of Famer, all-star mom Annika Sörenstam
Content creator, bomber off the tee, social media icon
Roger Steele
