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Masterclasses

Masterclass Room (ground floor)

Masterclass spaces are limited. Please register your interest to [email protected].

1 - 1.45pm Experimentation & Ageing with Alexandre Gabriel
Alexandre Gabriel, owner and master blender of Maison Ferrand with 30 years of expertise in Cognac making, will introduce you to the heritage and creativity of Ferrand with a focus on the effect of wood on Cognac. Expect an in-depth look at the art of barrel ageing, including some unexpected types of cask, while tasting rare and delicious Cognacs.

The line-up:
Ferrand Cognac 10 Générations
Ferrand Cognac Renegade N°2
Four specialist Ferrand Cognacs that display the effects of ageing in different types of wood

2.30 - 3.15pm Sustainability from the Vineyard to Your Venue with Rémy Martin
Join Rémy Martin brand ambassador Jack Charlton on a journey of sustainability, community and craftsmanship. This informative and interactive conversation-style class will focus on ‘nose to tail’ techniques for no-waste cocktail making and cover Rémy Martin’s community involvement of the Fine Champagne Alliance. From the vineyard to the Limousin forest and production, discover the sustainable efforts being made by Rémy Martin while sampling exemplary Cognacs. 

The line-up:
Rémy Martin 1738 Accord Royal
Rémy Martin XO
Rémy Martin 1738 Sustainable Espresso Martini

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Cocktail Demonstrations

pop-up bar (second floor)

12.30 - 12.50pm Presented by David Miles of Courvoisier 

1.15 - 1.35pm Presented by Matthias Lataille of Martell

2.00 - 2.20pm Presented by Guillaume Le Dorner of Bar Luciole

2.45 - 3.10pm Presented by Luc Merlet of Merlet