Fine watches and
excellent whisky. These are two of the most popular choices of sophisticated
people with discerning taste.
To rediscover the world
of time and spirits, Federal Land hosted a webinar series titled Federal Land
Conversations - Living the Finer Life. The webinars showcase lifestyle and
investment workshops aimed at reigniting passions and appreciating finer things
in life.
The three-part webinar
series is hosted by Carl Cunanan, Editor-in-Chief of Calibre Magazine and C! Magazine. As a prominent watch connoisseur,
Cunanan also shared his expertise on watches during the first featured Federal
Land Conversations. This was followed by a virtual whisky appreciation with
whisky professional Kris Ong, founder of dramboxph
and the Philippine liaison of Scotch Malt Whisky Society. The third webinar will be all about the
creation and appreciation of luxury cars airing on August 18. Carl Cunanan and
Lexus Philippines Brand Manager Jade Sison will share the story of how to
first-rate craftmanship and cutting-edge technology in every Lexus vehicle.
It is time
In the watches webinar, Carl Cunanan walked the audience through the wonderful world of watches, why they are considered a significant part of history, how they bond generations together, how they are prompting people to go back to the touchpoints of physical craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Buying a watch may sound
simple, but there are many things to think about before getting one,
specifically the “complications.” Complications involve anything past the hour,
minute, and second hand. The word complication includes functions such as the
day-date, perpetual calendar, chronograph, power reserve, moon phase, repeater,
tourbillon, to name a few. These all add value to the watch depending on how
one wants to use it.
While some may prefer a
simple wristwatch, others would choose a handcrafted luxury watch that serves
as a legacy or investment. However, Mr. Cunanan cautioned that these expensive
timepieces require a different level of understanding—from the brand, product,
model, source, and future valuation if they are bought with an expectation of
financial return.
“Treat watches as an
investment, but if you want to know the value it will have in the future, you
must do your homework. Not because it came from one brand, its price will
skyrocket,” Cunanan said. “Watches as an investment are not only an investment
in money. They are an investment in time, an investment in passion, an
investment in your soul. Spend wisely,” he advised.
Just like property
investments, watches are not only about the price but what one is buying them
for, the value in the future, and the experience that can be received from them.
The precision craftsmanship and unparalleled design are also the very pillars
of Federal Land’s properties.
In the same way that the
market for high-end condominiums like Grand Hyatt Manila Residences South Tower
and The Seasons Residences is different from those who want a simple corner
home, watches also cater to different market segments.
“If you look at the
whole pyramid of needs thing, the further up you go, it’s more about you and
what defines you than it is about the basics. But neither is right or wrong.
It’s a matter of preference,” Mr. Cunanan said.
Water of life
Kris Ong took the audience through the whisky tasting process and explained the various influences of one of the world’s favorite barreled spirits known as “the water of life.”
Whisky was first used as
an internal anesthetic and external antibiotic. It originated in Ireland and
Scotland and was made from different types of grain such as barley, corn, rye,
and wheat.
To pair whisky with
food, Mr. Ong said it should be with complementing or contrasting flavors to
create a balance or a proper counterbalance. For instance, a bourbon (whisky
with 51% of grains made up of corn) tends to be on the sweet side and would be
best paired with a saltier meal like a steak. A cream-based dish like Laksa, a
whisky on the lighter side, or a bit more acidic would help cut through the
fat. Adding a few drops of distilled or bottled water to some whiskies may also
unleash more flavors.
When buying a whiskey,
Ong stressed to never leave it under the sun for too long as the heat can
diminish the drink. He also explained that a newly opened bottle of whisky
could last for more than a year, but the air in the bottle creates oxidation.
It will not ruin the whisky but may change the flavors, sometimes for the
better. To preserve its original taste, an opened bottle should be consumed
within a year. The contents may also be transferred to a smaller container to
lessen the air.
Whisky-tasting opportunity
is available at The Peak of Grand Hyatt Manila, located at Federal Land’s Grand
Central Park community in Bonifacio Global City.
Luxury living
The next webinar under the Federal Land Conversations - Living the Finer Life will be all about vehicles, particularly Lexus Philippines’ line of luxury cars. It will be held on August 18, 2021, via Zoom Webinars.
Federal Land has lined
up webinars to air in the following months. One will be about learning the
basics of real estate investing considering your life stage. Another webinar
will explore interior design for modern living, the latest design trends and
hacks, and how to create live-work spaces at home to balance personal and
professional life. There will also be a webinar that will show how to cook
delectable dishes and take appetizing shots for posting and sharing online.
To join Federal Land
Conversations - Living the Finer Life webinars, visit www.federalland.ph to register.
In the watches webinar, Carl Cunanan walked the audience through the wonderful world of watches, why they are considered a significant part of history, how they bond generations together, how they are prompting people to go back to the touchpoints of physical craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Kris Ong took the audience through the whisky tasting process and explained the various influences of one of the world’s favorite barreled spirits known as “the water of life.”
The next webinar under the Federal Land Conversations - Living the Finer Life will be all about vehicles, particularly Lexus Philippines’ line of luxury cars. It will be held on August 18, 2021, via Zoom Webinars.
Watch connoisseur Carl Cunanan tackles the
intricacies of handcrafted luxury watches at Watches 101, the first installment
of Federal Land Conversations - Living the Finer Life webinar series
Whiskey professional Kris Ong explains the
secrets behind the world’s beloved barreled spirit at A Virtual Whisky
Appreciation, the second webinar under the series Federal Land Conversations -
Living the Finer Life
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