There’s been plenty of physical and digital ink spilled over the merits of Japanese whiskey — and for good reason! But with all that praise for Japan’s take on single malts, we might be overlooking another spot where Japan’s carved a niche for itself: rum. Admittedly, the category is fairly small, but it’s not necessarily new, reportedly rooted as far back as the 19th century. As more bottles make their way westward, curious drinkers should check out three brands in particular: Cor Cor, Teeda and Kiyomi. These exciting imported rums aren’t the only thing to check out; whether it’s a hyper-lightweight collapsable helmet, the revival of a 1960s military watch or robe designed to spark conversation, this is Today in Gear.
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California Cowboy’s El Garibaldi Robe is inspired by vintage poolside luxury, designed to help you be present in the moment. Details include a back bottle pocket, a sunglasses loop and a zippered, water-resistant “dry pocket”. No matter how the day (or night) goes, you’ll be staying cool and dry thanks to California Cowboy’s proprietary Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) terry cloth lining — which is more absorbent than standard cotton.
