Six “When Will Winter End” Cocktails

Concoctions with extraordinary stories to tide us all over until spring

We are almost there. Those of us who have endured months of gray skies, erratic temperatures and unfriendly precipitation can perk up over the fact that we’re now midway through February—sometimes considered the most demeaning of months in the Northern Hemisphere. In the meantime, savoring some truly unexpected cocktails, responsibly, certainly helps to pass the time. The following six all come with a good story, …

Cool Hunting Video: Fferrone Design

From glassware to home furnishings, one of Chicago's premiere design firms branches out

Presented by The Macallan

Recently, we asked Felicia Ferrone of Fferrone Design for a hand in a project designing custom glassware for The Macallan Rare Cask whisky. In collaboration with Gentner Design, the duo created stunning custom glassware—as well as a special carrying tray. Ferrone, known for elegant and disruptive glassware, has since expanded to design a full line of furniture and other housewares. We paid her a visit …

The Macallan Masters of Photography: Elliott Erwitt Edition

A conversation with the renowned photographer on whisky and his medium

The Macallan Masters of Photography projects have generated fruitful collaborations. In the first three iterations Annie Leibovitz, Albert Watson and Rankin explored the themes and culture of the famed whisky distillery with images focused on mystery, fashion and whisky-making. Now Elliot Erwitt—known as a master of capturing the decisive moment—turns his lens to document his “Great Scottish Adventure.” For this project the lens was a …