THE PENINSULA NEW YORK ANNOUNCES WINTER PREMIUM SPIRITS TASTINGS AT CLEMENT RESTAURANT
THE PENINSULA NEW YORK ANNOUNCES WINTER PREMIUM SPIRITS TASTINGS AT CLEMENT RESTAURANT
This winter, Clement Restaurant at The Peninsula New York invites guests to experience three intimate premium spirits tastings, taking place at the restaurant’s communal table. Under the direction of Clement’s Director of Wine and Spirits, Jared Fischer and alongside brand ambassadors from Casa Dragones, Rhum Clément and Jade Absinthe, these exclusive experiences will delight guests with the flavors of world class destinations brought to the heart of Manhattan.
Friday, January 22: Casa Dragones, hosted by CEO Bertha Gonzáles Nieves
Kicking off the series on Friday, January 22, guests will sip experience one of the most internationally enjoyed tequilas, Casa Dragones. Hosted by Casa Dragones’ CEO, Bertha Gonzáles Nieves, the event will begin with a sampling of Casa Dragones Blanco featured in a welcome cocktail, followed by a tasting of the limited edition Casa Dragones Joven, a rare blend of silver tequila and extra aged tequila, rested in new American oak barrels for 5 years providing for a complex, smooth taste. A selection of light bites will also be paired with the tasting.
Date: January 22, 2016
Time: 6:30pm, 8:00pm
Price: $65 per person (not including tax and gratuity)
Friday, February 26: Rhum Clemént, hosted by Brand Manager, Will Schragis
On Friday, February 26, Rhum Clément will host an intimate group of guests who will be greeted by a welcome cocktail made with Rhum Clément Select Barrel, followed by tastings of the VSOP Rhum and Clément 10 Year Grande Reserve Rhum. Led by Will Schragis, Brand Manager of Clément USA, each tasting will be accompanied by a selection of light bites.
Date: Friday, February 26
Time: 6:30pm, 8:00pm
Price: $65 per person (not including tax and gratuity)
Friday, March 25: Jade Absinthe, hosted by Founder Ted Breaux
On Friday, March 25, guests can take part in a tasting of established portfolio of Absinthes crafted exclusively at the historic Combier distillery in Saumur, France. Hosted by professional chempst and founder of Jade Absinthe, Ted Breaux, guests will be greeted with a welcome cocktail composed of Lucid, followed by a tasting of the Jade 1901, C.F. Berger and Espirit Edouard respectively. A selection of light bites will also be paired with the tasting.
Date: Friday, March 25
Time: 6:30pm, 8:00pm
Price: $65 per person (not including tax and gratuity)
Reservations for the spirits tastings are required and may be secured by calling (212) 903 3051 or via e-mail at ClementPNY@peninsula.com. For more information, please visit www.peninsula.com/clement.
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About The Peninsula New York
The Peninsula New York is ideally located on Fifth Avenue and 55th Street, in the heart of New York City’s most prestigious shopping, cultural, and business neighborhood, in Midtown Manhattan. A 23 story, 1905 landmark building, The Peninsula New York features 235 spacious and luxurious guest rooms and suites, decorated in a classic, contemporary style with art nouveau accents. For additional information on The Peninsula New York please visit www.peninsula.com/newyork.
About The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH)
Incorporated in 1866 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (00045), The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited is the holding company of a Group which is engaged in the ownership, development, and management of prestigious hotels and commercial and residential properties in key locations in Asia, the United States and Europe, as well as the provision of tourism and leisure, club management and other services. The Peninsula Hotels portfolio comprises The Peninsula Hong Kong, The Peninsula Shanghai, The Peninsula Beijing, The Peninsula Tokyo, The Peninsula Bangkok, The Peninsula Manila, The Peninsula New York, The Peninsula Chicago, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, and The Peninsula Paris. Projects under development include The Peninsula London and The Peninsula Yangon. The property portfolio of the Group includes The Repulse Bay Complex, The Peak Tower and St. John’s Building in Hong Kong; The Landmark in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; 1-5 Grosvenor Place in London, UK, and 21 avenue Kléber in Paris, France. The clubs and services portfolio of the Group includes The Peak Tram in Hong Kong; Thai Country Club in Bangkok, Thailand; Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California; Peninsula Clubs and Consultancy Services, Peninsula Merchandising, and Tai Pan Laundry in Hong Kong.
