SoundCloud Playlist - November 2014

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Senz 6 - the ultimate umbrella that will never flip over

The original storm umbrellas by senz° are windproof up to 100 km/h and never flip over. senz⁶ is a subbrand of senz° that combines the unique technology of the senz° umbrellas with exclusive designs by fashion and textile designers.

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FIG + YARROW - small-batch, handcrafted organic health+vanity products

'FIG+YARROW is an artisan line of small-batch, handcrafted organic health+vanity products born of my love affair with botanicals and various earth elements. Their whisperings have guided many unique formulations designed for sensual enjoyment, physical radiance and overall vitality. All the materials I use - from the lovely and vibrant roots, leaves, flowers, minerals and oils to the glass containers the products live in - are selected for beauty, health and purity as they are designed to evoke these qualities for the user.' - Brandy Monique, Apothecary Artisan, Proprietress of FIG+YARROW. Pictures by Simon Freund.

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Monkey 47 - Schwarzwald Dry Gin

'A good third of the ingredients for this special gin come from the Black Forest and are definitely not what you would call typical gin flavorings!  In total, 47 handpicked ingredients, prepared in extremely soft spring water from our own Black Forest source, give MONKEY 47, whose pièce de résistance is the use of local cranberries as some sort of "secret weapon" typical to the Black Forest, its unrivaled complexity and quality, which is fully brought to bear through masterly distillation and maturing in traditional earthenware containers.

Whether with tonic, as a sling, martini, or gimlet, the unique and complex taste of Monkey 47 is an ideal basis for both classics and more eccentric cocktails. With the distinct and pure scent of juniper, a tangy and crisp citrus note, a sweet, floral aroma, a hint of peppery spices, subtle bitter fruit, and a deep and harmoniously balanced complexity with a tremendously racy finish!' Source: Monkey 47, Pictures by Simon Freund.

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SoundCloud Playlist - October 2014

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MAST BROTHERS - delicious chocolate made in Brooklyn

Mast Brother Chocolate was founded in Williamsburg, New York in 2007 by Rick and Michael Mast.The chocolate is made only from cane sugar and cacao pods from the Dominican Republic. The unique thing about this is, that they leave out ingredients like palm oil, lecithin and milk solids.The two brothers have also published a book called “Mast Brother Chocolate: A Family Cookbook”, where chocolate lovers can learn how to make anything, from chocolate milk to coq au vin. Make sure to visit their minimalistic store in the heart of Williamsburg next time you visit New York or simply order a set of chocolate online.

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3 essential beard products by beardbrand

Beardbrand was started shortly after Eric Bandholz attended his first Beard & Mustache Championships in February of 2012, where he fell in love with everything related to beards. He first started off with with a blog, a YouTube channel, and a Tumblr blog. On these platforms he shared his knowledge about growing a beard and provided style inspiration for others. Later Beardbrand began to release high quality products for beardsmen, such as beardoil, their famous mustache wax and several combs to treat your beard. Pictures by Simon Freund.

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Minimal Memo Blocks by Ito Bindery

Since 70 year Ito Bindery has been crafting high quality books and stationery in Tokyo. These minimal paper blocks, each containing 350 tear-off sheets are perfect for sketching out ideas, writing down a little note or any other purpose you can think of. Each block has a recycled paperboard base, providing stability and heft.  The memo blocks are available in three modular sizes that form a rectangular shape when combined. Pictures by Ode to Things.

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Ceramic Flask by Misc. Goods Co.

Misc. Goods Co. officially started in march 2013 after a very successful Kickstarter campaign, which even surprised the initiator Tyler Deeb himself. The beautiful Ceramic Flask is a newly designed drinking flask made with quarter inch ceramic white slip cast and accented with 2 leather straps, brass stud and brass button. The flask is 4.25 x 6.5 inches and completely made in America. The dark leather is oil tanned and the light leather is vegetable tanned.

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