August Bespoke Post Selection Time

This box includes:

Wooden Poker Box, Bespoke Post

If you don't already have a regular gambling night, you're going to want one now. Rather than rely on a bulky, metal, and, let’s face it, ugly poker case, we decided to build our own from scratch for a sharp and sophisticated step up that won’t look out of place in your wood-paneled, leather armchair-furnished man cave (you have one, right?). We also packed in everything you need - it all fits perfectly inside the case's plush red felt interior, along with a soft felt-lined bottom and a classic metal enclosure.

Poker Chips, Bespoke Post

These aren’t the frail plastic chips you’re used to. We’ve stocked the poker box with 360 chips in four different colors, plus a dealer chip -- plenty for your friendly home game (though what they’re worth is up to you). The 11.5 gram clay composite gives them a substantial feel and that familiar clink when you throw ‘em around, whether you’re betting on poker, blackjack, or go fish.

Cards, 2 decks, Various Casinos

You might have a drawer full of old playing cards, but how many of them came from the best casinos on the strip? These are straight from the Vegas floors, with the edges cut through to signify that they’re out of circulation (after they’ve helped people win and lose some serious money), and the casino-grade cardstock gives them a substantial feel and perfect weight.

This box includes:

Extra Large Stemmed Mixing Glass, Cocktail Kingdom

Here's what you need to mix for a crowd: a thick, sturdy glass with a 750ml capacity that lets you do plenty of mixing with the perfect chill and dilution in every pour. Pour in some ice, sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters, and Zacapa rum to stir up a batch of rum Manhattans, or experiment with your own drink of choice. Saves plenty of time and effort when you're mixing for a crowd, and lets you look damn stylish while you do it.

Hoffman Spoon, Stainless Steel 33.5cm, Cocktail Kingdom

You need a spoon with enough weight, balance, and length to properly mix ingredients without breaking the ice or submerging your fingers -- so your table spoon just isn't gonna cut it. This key addition to your mixology arsenal has got enough reach to stir up your 750ml mixing glass, and the twisted stem is easy to grip even when your hand's soaked in booze.

Leopold Coupe Glass, 2 7.5oz glasses, Cocktail Kingdom

A regular martini glass might do the job, but here's your chance to step it up by serving your creations in the same glass you get at your favorite cocktail spot. Your drinks just got a whole lot more sophisticated.

Cocktail Picks, Stainless Steel 4-pack, Cocktail Kingdom

Ditch the cheap plastic versions and garnish like a pro with polished steel picks -- perfect for topping your cocktail with olives, cherries, lemon peel, or whatever else your heart desires. Then throw 'em in the dishwasher and repeat anytime your cocktail needs a garnish-sized hit of fresh flavor.

Jamaican Bitters, Bittercube

These artisanal summer bitters are slow-crafted by hand in Madison, WI over a two month process, involving peeling hundreds of pounds of citrus and spices, while using no extracts or oils. These are as pure as pure can be and will add some serious heft to your next cocktail adventure. Find recipes and more online.

Speed Pourer, Cocktail Kingdom

These gems will streamline your pour while making you look like a pro in the process. Just place on your bottles and let your hands do the rest.

Seared is available again this month which is what we received back in June! Check out my Review for deets on this box- we LOVED it! 

Another favorite and repeat. This was our first Bespoke Post! We got it back in April- see our Review for more info.

And then there's this "August" box- which includes:

No. 8 Pocket Knife, 3.25" Stainless Steel Blade with an Oak Handle, Opinel

This isn't just a knife -- it's a damn legend. Manufactured since 1890 in the small town of Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, this pocket knife has become a profound icon of French design and utility. Need proof? Pablo Picasso used it to carve his sculptures, and plenty of legendary explorers never left home without one. And aside from being a MoMA-endorsed design masterpiece, it's got a resilient oak handle and stainless steel blade for just about any use you can think of.

Sport Fountain Pen with Pocket Clip & Cartridge Refills, Kaweco

No need to rely on cheap, unsophisticated ballpoints anymore; this Kaweco fountain pen has old-school appeal with keen modern design. And when we say “old-school appeal,” we mean it: Kaweco’s been in the business since 1883 and packs all that history into a sharp contemporary rendition. Kaweco's slogan "Small in the pocket, great in the hand" rings true: pens are made of high-quality plastic and are compact when capped (4.1 inches), but plenty comfortable when posted (5.3 inches). Each pen features a screw-on cap for extra security and a 23 KT gold plated stainless steel, medium-sized nib with an iridium tip. Learn how to use it well and your handwriting will be smooth and full, unlike the near-illegible scratches you get with a disposable pen. We've even thrown in six ink cartridge refills and a gold pocket clip -- perfect for stashing in a suit or bag pocket -- for easy access (and added style). Pen color may vary.

Godwin Cold-Pressed Steel Bottle Opener, Machine Era Co.

"Write drunk; edit sober." This'll help get you on your way with a cold steel construction, made start to finish in the U.S. with strong and reliable materials to support American manufacturing. It’s weighty enough to be damn near indestructible but light enough for your every day carry. Not to mention the fact that's it's a work of art: the gun barrel black finish and totally unique engraved artwork give it a design edge that'll outclass anything on your keyring. Whether you're opening a beer for some profound inspiration or just to cool off in the summer heat, this is the bottle opener you should be using.

Soft Cover Notebook, 5" x 8.25”, Black or Blue, Poppin

Whether you’re a design-obsessed writer or are just tired of covering your desk with Post-It Notes, a reliable and expertly minimal notebook is the perfect way to keep track of your brilliant ideas. It's got 192 ruled pages for all of your notes, along with with an interior pocket for loose paper and an elastic closure to keep it all secure. So you can write down all of your notes for the Great American Novel - or just your grocery list while bored in your next meeting. Notebook color may vary.

So, what do you all think? Bespoke Post is one of our faves even though it's so pricey- which box are you getting or want to get?