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The Last Drop Only 1,347 bottles of this award-winning whisky were ever made – and only 88 made it to Hong Kong – making it one of the most exclusive bottles that money can buy. A blend of 82 whiskies, the Last Drop is really something else. HK$18,888 per bottle (including delivery). In addition to the whisky, the Last Drop producers have launched a cognac, of which only 478 bottles have been released. HK$28,888 per bottle. Order through The Store at hkgolfer.com.
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Scorpion Serket 88/98 Scorpion are class-leading manufacturers of luxury rigid boats (RIBs) and their Serket 88 and 98 models, the choice of multiple British Olympic gold medal-winning sailor Ben Ainslie, are now available in Hong Kong. Perfect for exploring the territory’s remote beaches, the models come in a choice of engine options, with the Serket 98 capable of reaching speeds of 60 knots. Price on application. To arrange a test, contact scorpion@hkgolfer.com.
Still stuck for thoughts on a gift or two? These 10, many of which are available through the HK Golfer Online Store, offer plenty of food for thought. A Trip to the Masters
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The “Hottest Tickets in Sports”, alongside accommodation and hospitality, are available through our partners at Winspire Sports & Entertainment. These first-rate packages, which are tailor-made to meet the requirements of the most discerning of individuals, offer the ultimate in Major Championship viewing. Price on application – quote “HK Golfer”. For more information contact WSE at rflorian@ WSEnow.com.
Lee Wybranski is the artist charged with creating some of Major Championship golf’s most alluring artworks and his individually signed posters have become collector items for fans across the globe. HK$600 (includes postage). For orders, contact posters@hkgolfer.com.
SkyCaddie Watch Preloaded with up to 30,000 course maps, this is considered the most accurate GPS unit on the market, and gives you easy-to-read distances to the front, centre and back of each and every green. What’s more, the manly, waterproof watch even boasts and odometer so you can tally the number of steps you take on or off the course. HK$2,088. For orders, contact skycaddie@hkgolfer.com.
JS Watch Blunt Umbrella Developed with veteran caddie Steve Williams, the Blunt Golf G1 is quite simply the world’s best golf umbrella and incorporates this New Zealand brand’s revolutionary canopy strengthening RTS Technology, which basically means it effortlessly handles the worst conditions it is possible to play in. This is not a brolly to leave in the back of a taxi! HK$775. Order through The Store at hkgolfer.com.
Reputedly the world’s smallest manufacturer of luxury timepieces, the Iceland-based watchmaker’s range is available in Hong Kong exclusively through the pages of this magazine. With a diverse fan club – the Dalai Lama, Quentin Tarantino and Viggo Mortensen have all sported one or more of the brand’s models – a JS Watch is something truly unique. From HK$13,000. For orders, contact jswatch@timesic.com.
Orange Whip Swing Trainer The ultimate golf swing trainer and fitness tool for today’s golfer and athlete, consistent use of the Orange Whip will improve your golf swing and provide an essential core-muscle workout. The elegant design combines a counter-weighting system and flexible shaft that work together to promote the natural golf swing motion unique to each individual. The Orange Whip will help you find your ideal swing plane, create “tour pro” lag, achieve perfect sequence of motion and promote balance that’s supported from the ground up. HK$850. Order through The Store at hkgolfer.com
Club Glove Travel Bag The choice of 90% of PGA Tour professionals, Club Glove are the world leaders in golf travel bags and accessories, with the American’s brand’s robust Last Bag model being the overriding favourite. HK$2,288. Order through The Store at hkgolfer.com.
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Magazine Subscription And of course there’s always a subscription to HK Golfer, Hong Kong’s best-selling and award-winning golf magazine. Prices for both print and digital editions (including for iPad, Android and other formats) are available online at hkgolfer.com/subscriptions.
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