Pernod Ricard

Pernod Ricard is a notable company that produces and markets superior alcohol brands and is functioning from 1975 . It is a giant group which comprises 15 leading and 30 regional brands. These companies cumulatively account for the growth and success of the Pernod Ricard Group . The 15 major brands of Pernod Ricard are :

•  Montana

•  Jameson

•  Havana Club

•  Chivas Regal

•  Jacob's Creek

•  Martell

•  Beefeater

•  The Glenlivet

•  Malibu

•  Kahlua

•  Perrier Jouet

•  Stolichnaya Russain Vodka

•  Ballantine's

•  Mumm

•  Ricard

Half of the profits of Pernod Ricard come from these big brands. Some of the local brands of the Pernod Ricard Group are :

•  100 Pipers

•  Cafe de Paris

•  Royal Stag

•  Wild Turkey

•  Don Pedro

•  Royal salute

Pernod Ricard whiskeys are famous all over the world. In the Irish whiskey market, the Pernod Ricard group is the leader. It is also the 2nd largest producer of Scotch whiskey . The varieties of whiskeys that Pernod Ricard makes are single malts, blended whiskeys, blended whiskeys and malt whiskeys. Pernod Ricard's anis-based alcohols are number one in the world. These spirits are made from the extracts of anise plant, fennel, star anise and green anise. Pernod Ricard liqueurs are produced by soaking fruits, distilling them and adding glucose, honey or saccharin to sweeten them. They come in numerous lip-smacking flavors.

Pernod Ricard Cognacs and Brandies make the group a leader in this zone. Cognac is a spirit which has a wine-base and is produced from particular vines. It has to be aged in oak barrels for 2 years whereas brandies are aged for a minimum of 1 year. Pernod Ricard Rum and Cachaca, both are made by fermenting and distilling the juices and molasses of sugar cane. The company also produces huge quantities of tequila, gin, bitters, wines and vodka.

Pernod Ricard is an immensely successful company which stands as the 2nd largest producer of wines and spirits in the world.