Pernod Ricard Opens 'Ballantine's' Pop-up at Hyundai Department Store Pangyo Branch

Valentine Single Malt Glenburgie Popup Operation Until the 30th

Pernod Ricard Korea announced on the 21st that it will present a pop-up store for the Scotch whisky brand ‘Ballantine’s’ titled “Ballantine’s Single Malt Glenburgie: An Invitation into a Secret Hidden for Over 200 Years” at Hyundai Department Store Pangyo Branch until the 30th.

‘Ballantine’s Single Malt Glenburgie’ is one of the three core malt whiskies that play the most important role in blending Ballantine’s whisky, born at the Glenburgie Distillery, which can be called the heart of Ballantine’s whisky.

This pop-up store is designed as a space where visitors can discover and experience the secrets of Glenburgie. It offers a glimpse into Ballantine’s heritage, which has consistently maintained the highest quality through traditional manufacturing processes passed down by only five master blenders over more than 200 years.

In particular, the space draws attention by recreating the Glenburgie Distillery located in the Speyside region of Scotland, known as the holy land of whisky. Here, four essential elements for making the finest whisky are presented: malt barley, the main raw material for whisky production; artwork representing the natural bedrock water flowing near the distillery; the time required for the spirit to mature in oak barrels; and a structure symbolizing the distillery itself, allowing visitors to feel the essence of whisky.

Additionally, upon entering the Ballantine’s Single Malt pop-up store, visitors can explore an ‘Exhibition Zone’ where the Glenburgie 12-year, 15-year, and 18-year previous lineups are displayed at a glance. Considering the importance of aroma in whisky, special olfactory tastings are provided for each lineup, enabling visitors to intuitively experience the unique characteristics of each product.

A tasting program where visitors can directly experience Ballantine’s Single Malt Glenburgie will also be operated. The tasting program offers consumers visiting the pop-up the opportunity to sample three types of Glenburgie while receiving in-depth explanations about whisky. In addition, various weekend-only events will be held, including sessions to learn about the brand with professional bartenders and cocktail-making classes using Ballantine’s Glenburgie for simple enjoyment at home parties.

To commemorate the opening of this pop-up store, Ballantine’s master blender Sandy Hislop will visit to conduct product education and meet single malt enthusiasts. The Ballantine’s master blender is the only person who has inherited the blending secrets that maintain Ballantine’s unique whisky style. Since becoming master blender in 2005, Sandy Hislop has traveled worldwide to convey Ballantine’s tradition and value.

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