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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Luxury Scottish retreat offers unforgettable experience 'rich in taste and storytelling'
The event marks the start of Scotland's grouse and game season A luxury whisky retreat in the heart of Speyside is set to serve up another round of exotic Scottish hospitality this August, as Linn House reopens its doors for the third chapter of its acclaimed food and whisky experience, The Linn House Supper Series. This year's edition marks an exciting collaboration with celebrated South African chef Nokx Majozi, Head Pie Maker at the Holborn Dining Room and its renowned Pie Room at Rosewood London. Running from Wednesday, August 13, to Sunday, August, 17 2025, the event celebrates 'The Glorious Twelfth', a date that traditionally signals the start of the grouse shooting season and the wider game season across Scotland. The five-day culinary experience, titled The Glorious Twelfth with Nokx Majozi, will showcase a five-course seasonal menu crafted by Majozi, paying tribute to the region's rich game heritage while reimagining the traditional British pie. Each dish will be paired with a curated selection of Chivas Brothers' most iconic Scotch whiskies and bespoke cocktails, offering guests an elegant exploration of local flavour and culture. The Supper Series will be hosted at Linn House, the beautifully restored Victorian manor perched on the banks of the River Isla. As the exclusive guest house of Chivas Brothers, the makers of globally renowned brands like Chivas Regal and Royal Salute, the venue promises a unique blend of fine dining and Speyside tradition. Live Scottish entertainment will accompany the dining experience, adding a festive flair to the occasion. Jacques-Henri Brive, Head of Luxury at Chivas Brothers, said: 'Nokx Majozi's fearless creativity and deep respect for traditional flavours make her the perfect collaborator for this summer's Supper Series. "Her interpretation of the British classic pie, elevated by locally sourced game and our expertly crafted whiskies, promises a dining experience that's rich in both taste and storytelling.' Reflecting on her personal connection to whisky, Majozi said: 'Whisky has always had a special place in my heart, especially Chivas Regal, which reminds me of my father's love for it back home in South Africa. "I'm honoured to bring my own culinary heritage to this unique setting and to reimagine game pies as a way of celebrating Scottish tradition with a hint of modern flair. I can't wait to welcome guests to what I know will be a truly special occasion.' Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. The experience will culminate on Sunday 17 August with a leisurely lunch inspired by the comforting tradition of a classic Sunday roast. Tickets for The Glorious Twelfth with Nokx Majozi start at £95 per person. Guests can book individual dining events or choose to extend their visit with an overnight stay at Linn House for an additional £279 per double room, including bed and breakfast. Bookings and further information are available via this website.
New Indian Express
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Coastal Feast with a Whisky Twist
Each bite at the Chivas Regal whisky dinner at Kangan, The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace, evoked a curious sense of déja vu — as if your palate recognised something familiar, yet the flavours told an entirely new story. 'Wait, I know this... but why does it taste so unique?' That quiet thrill lingered through the evening, thanks to Chef Suresh DC, who masterfully transformed everyday ingredients into playful puzzles of taste and texture. The evening opened with a thoughtful spread of starters. For non-vegetarians, the pickled mushrooms on brioche offered a rich, earthy prelude, while the crab sourced from Kanniyakumari came laced with a fiery Guntur chilli twist, green tamarind, and crisp rice papad, layering crunch, tang, and heat. Vegetarians weren't left behind — a creamy corn tart topped with baby arugula and chestnut, dressed in the same chilli-tamarind combination, delivered just as much punch. All of this was paired beautifully with the Scottish Summer Sour, a cocktail crafted by Chivas Regal Brand Ambassador Keir Williams. Its light, citrusy profile was a perfect counterpoint to the bold spices. The mains travelled along the South Indian coast with inventive flair. The sea bass ceviche, dressed in kokum and topped with grain puffs, was sharp and refreshing, while mixed nut fritters tossed in a 65-style sauce with pomelo delivered a tangy, nutty kick. The Pulled Chicken Cafreal, fragrant with Goan kaffir lime masala and topped with chicken floss and pickled chestnut, offered layers of complexity in every bite. These were paired with Chivas Regal 12, whose smooth warmth deepened the spice-forward flavours.
Business Wire
04-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
A Response from Pernod Ricard in Relation to the Conclusion of China's MOFCOM Cognac Anti-Dumping Investigation
PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Pernod Ricard (Paris:RI) welcomes the conclusion of China's MOFCOM Cognac Anti-Dumping investigation and agrees to a minimum price undertaking. This agreement does not constitute an acknowledgment of dumping practices. Pernod Ricard regrets the increase in the cost of operating in China but notes that the additional costs arising from the agreed minimum price undertaking are significantly less than would be the case if the provisional Anti-Dumping tariffs had been made permanent. As this process concludes, Pernod Ricard remains committed to long term sustainable growth in China, one of our four Must Win markets, leveraging its market leading position in Cognac, and in International Spirits, that it has successfully built over its decades long engagement in the country. About Pernod Ricard Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and wine industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand development, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes Absolut vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine's, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur and Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes. Our mission is to ensure the long-term growth of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive and responsible culture of authentic conviviality. Pernod Ricard's consolidated sales amounted to € 11 598 million in fiscal year FY24. Pernod Ricard is listed on Euronext (Ticker: RI; ISIN Code: FR0000120693) and is part of the CAC 40 and Eurostoxx 50 indices.
Forbes
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
The World's Best Blended Scotch Whisky—According To The 2025 ASCOT Awards
The American Spirits Council of Tasters--or ASCOTs, for short--has just released its big winners for 2025. Well, sorta. As has became standard practice for competitions these days, the intel is meted out in drips and drams so that consumers can be kept on their toes throughout the year, as opposed to having it all over and done with in one succinct announcement. In the case of the ASCOTs, we now have the first round of medalists as designated by its prestigious panel of judges, consisting of 54 talented individuals from every corner of the industry; journalists, bartenders, educators, and assorted media personalities. According to its website, the council promises to reveal Best in Category winners, followed by Whiskey and Non-Whiskey of the Year in the weeks ahead--all leading up to the big reveal: 2025 Best In Show. You can trust that there'll be ample buzz generated around those bottles (last year's Bourbon of the Year was virtually unknown at the time and was ripped from shelves almost immediately thereafter). In the meantime, we can share with you the grand winner in one broad category of brown booze, at least. And it's one that hardly could be considered unknown to any self-respecting sipper. The top prize for Blended Scotch Whisky of the Year goes to Chivas Regal 12 Year Old. One of the best-selling scotches on the market today, the Pernod Ricard-owned label is both easy-drinking and complex. It carries a custardy, slightly banana-laden nose, evolving into spiced barley and candied walnuts atop the palate. Subtle pepper spice tickles the tongue before the 80-proof spirit fades from memory. Its enviable performance at this year's ASCOTs can hardly be seen as an outlier. This particular expression has been hauling home the hardware on the competition circuit in recent years. F. Paul Pacult, respected founder of the Ultimate Spirits Challenge, recently referred to Chivas 12 as 'the blend for grownups.' He wasn't suggesting that underaged drinkers are drawn to all those other blends, of course. Merely that the overarching category of blended scotch more generally appeals to the masses. After all, it does definitionally carry a large component of lighter grain spirit in its mix. And so it can lack the deep complexities aimed at the elevated palates of single malt connoisseurs (effete sarcasm intended). Those stereotypes are unfounded because, yes, blended scotch, can be both complex and widely-appealing at the same time. And Chivas Regal 12 underscores the point. Best of all, it does so at a price point of roughly $20 per bottle. Try finding a worthwhile single malt for that! The ASCOT judges, for their part, will certainly try. They will conduct a taste-off between three peated and three non-peated expressions of single malt scotch in the upcoming weeks. I'll be sure to weigh in with my commentary on the ultimate winner. So keep it parked here to stay informed. Meanwhile, just remember that great whisky arrives in all different price-tags and categories.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Why UK-India trade deal won't save whisky and car industries from Trump's tariffs
Sir Keir Starmer has hailed as a 'landmark' an agreement to strike Britain's biggest post-Brexit trade deal with India. Ministers say the move which will see tariffs reduced on UK whisky, gin, cars and cosmetics, will boost trade by £25.5bn and add £4.8bn a year to the UK economy, as well as boosting wages by £2.2bn annually. It comes as the prime minister hopes to secure a trade deal with the US, in a bid to offset some of Donald Trump's tariffs, which have triggered global economic chaos. What will it mean for the whisky industry? India is the biggest consumer of whisky worldwide by volume and UK sales to the country were worth more than £200 million a year in 2022. Under the new deal, tariffs on whiskies will initially be cut from 150 per cent to 75 per cent. But after ten years they are due to fall again to 40 per cent. India is already among the largest export markets for Chivas Brothers', which includes brands such as Chivas Regal and Glenlivet, while Diageo, whose brands include Johnnie Walker, already has 50 manufacturing facilities across India. The UK has struck a trade deal with India (Alamy/PA) How has the whisky industry responded? Very well. Jean-Etienne Gourgues, the chairman and CEO of Chivas Brothers has called the agreement a 'welcome boost' for his company 'during an uncertain global economic environment'. He also said that greater access to the Indian market would be a 'game changer for the export of our Scotch whisky brands, such as Chivas Regal and Ballantine's'. The deal will support investment and jobs in our distilleries and bottling plants in Scotland, he added. Diageo chief executive Debra Crew described the deal as a 'huge achievement' and said it would be 'transformational for Scotch and Scotland, while powering jobs and investment in both India and the UK'. What does it mean for the car industry? British high-end cars will see their tariffs fall by a whopping 90 per cent under the plans. The added tax placed on them as they enter the country will plummet from more than 100 per cent to just 10 per cent under a quota. Under the plans, the reform will start with cars with internal combustion engines but then move to electric and hybrid vehicles, 'to reflect how manufacturing in the UK is evolving'. Will the deal undercut British workers? Ministers have denied the agreement undercuts British workers, after opposition politicians criticised part of the deal that exempts some temporary Indian workers from national insurance payments for three years. On Wednesday, Jonathan Reynolds described the claim as 'completely false', telling the BBC: 'There is no situation where I would ever tolerate British workers being undercut through any trade agreement we would sign. That is not part of the deal.' The move is under what is known as the 'double contribution convention', which is designed to stop workers and employers paying twice, once in each country. It is also reciprocal, meaning any UK workers who work temporarily in India would pay no further taxes there and there are similiar agreements in place with other countries. Will it offset the impact of Trump's tariffs? In a word – no. The US remains the largest key market for whisky by value, at an estimated £971 milliona year. Sir Keir Starmer hopes to secure a trade deal with the US soon - with officials suggesting it could happen this week - which would lessen the impact of Trump's tariffs, following weeks of talks. This deal could include quotas that would exempt a certain number of UK exports from the full impact of 25 per cent tariffs on the British car and steel industry. But no matter the carve out for individual UK sectors or Britain in general, the UK will still be forced to weather the havoc the US tariffs wreak on the global economy.
