Laurence Eruimy

Master of Malt is one of the leading voices in whisky, and recently asked the question: “In whisky, do age statements really matter?”. When looking at whiskies, many consumers automatically think that older means better. It's certainly something measurable, unlike the sensorial aspects of aroma and taste, that can vary from person to person. But the number on the bottle doesn't tell the whole story, in fact in a 15 year old whisky, the youngest whisky must be 15 years old - there may be other, much older liquid within. Master of Malt opened this question out to their readers and some select industry voices - including Whyte & Mackay's own International Malts Specialist Andrew Lennie. Andrew said: "Today’s whisky drinkers value detail and transparency, and an age statement can certainly help provide context, but the most important factor is flavour. A higher age doesn’t automatically mean better flavour or higher quality. When talking about age, we also need to consider cask types, size, wood, previous contents, and whether the whisky was fully matured or just finished in a certain cask. If a distillery understands its house style and selects casks that enhance the distillate’s core character, then it becomes easier for drinkers to decide whether that style suits them.” You can read the article here: https://lnkd.in/d_7si2ax #WhyteAndMackay

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🎯 Strategic momentum for our Professional Beverage Activity in China 🇨🇳 To strengthen our position in a fast-growing segment, Groupe SEB acquired a majority stake in Tasty this April, a rising Chinese company specializing in maintenance services for professional coffee machines. ☕ Founded in 2021, Tasty has quickly established itself as a key player in the market, offering a full range of services: regular maintenance, urgent repairs, consumables and spare parts supply, as well as second-hand machine resale. The company serves major coffee and tea chains across China, with expert teams deployed in key regions. 📢 “This acquisition, combined with our future Shaoxing hub, will strengthen our service capabilities and enable us to offer a more integrated solution to our professional coffee clients,” says Xin JIN, VP China SEB Professional Beverage. A decisive step forward in expanding our Professional Beverage presence in a strategic market. 📈 #GroupeSEB #ProfessionalBeverage #CoffeeBusiness #StrategicGrowth #Innovation #China

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I am very pleased to announce our partnership with Avantium and LVMH to accelerate the industrial production of PEF (polyethylene furanoate), a 100% renewable high-performance polymer, and marketed by Avantium under the brand 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐟®. Sustainability is at the heart of TEREOS development strategy: we are decarbonizing our production chain and providing solutions with bio-based materials to our industrial partners, enabling them to replace fossil inputs in their products. This strategic alliance builds on the complementarity of our expertise, allowing us to cover the entire PEF value chain: Tereos is a leader in fructose production - the raw material for PEF, derived from wheat processing - Avantium, an expert in innovative technology, and LVMH, a pioneer in the use of bio-based packaging. This milestone is a major step towards our ambition for regenerative agriculture and sustainable industry accross our value chains. It is also essential for the development of the bio-based plastics sector in Europe. I would like to warmly thank all Tereos’ teams who made this partnership a reality. Special thanks to Aalst’s team.

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1664 Blonde continues to transform the French beer market with 100% traceable Responsible Barley supply chain! 🌾➡️🍺 Brasserie Kronenbourg, our French business, has extended its partnership with Soufflet Malt for another two years, securing the 2026 and 2027 harvests of Responsible Barley malt for the beer 1664 Blonde. In just three years, the number of partner farmers supplying barley has grown from 45 to 216, now cultivating more than 5,800 hectares according to the Responsible Barley sector standards. 🚀 From 2026, 1664 Blonde will be the first and only beer in France to guarantee a 100% supply of malt sourced from the traceable Responsible Barley sector. This achievement is made possible through the collaboration of Soufflet Agriculture Soufflet Malt, and Brasserie Kronenbourg. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ddgbNT5J #CarlsbergGroup #BrasserieKronenbourg #ZEROFarmingFootprint

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🌍 A couple of months ago, at Bridge2Food Europe, Biospringer by Lesaffre had the opportunity to spotlight some of our latest innovations shaping the future of food formulation. While the event may have passed, the conversations around #clean-label taste solutions, #plant-based functionality, and nutritional #innovation continue to gain momentum—and we’re proud to be at the forefront. Here are a few highlights we shared: Maxarome® Prime- delivering an exceptionally clean umami profile, which empowers formulators with a cost-effective solution for impactful taste. Springer® Mask 102 – A fermentation-based solution designed to neutralize off-notes & block bitterness commonly found in plant-based and fortified foods. Springer® Cocoon 4105 – a versatile ingredient for multiple applications: enhances flavor profile, adds richness & mouthfulness to create a unique taste. Springer® Proteissimo 102 – A sustainable, complete yeast protein, ideal for high-protein and meat-alternative applications—without compromising on taste or texture. These innovations are a reflection of our commitment at BioSpringer by Lesaffre to natural, functional, and sustainable solutions that empower food producers to meet today’s consumer expectations. Big thanks to the Bridge2Food community for sparking critical industry dialogue. The challenges are real—but so is the innovation!

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[Lactalis Summer Quiz ☀️] 8 DEI commitments: our roadmap for inclusion. In June 2024, we officially deployed our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policy in all Lactalis countries with 8 concrete commitments! 1️⃣ Integration and promotion of diverse talents 2️⃣ Equity of HR processes 3️⃣ Training in inclusive behaviors 4️⃣ Diversity at all hierarchical levels 5️⃣ Measuring DEI perception 6️⃣ Coordination via an ambassador network 7️⃣ Progress indicators 8️⃣ Transparent communication Because at Lactalis, we are convinced that the diversity of profiles, experiences and perspectives enriches our corporate culture and our collective performance. From words to actions: our commitment to a more inclusive future! #CSR #Lactalis #Sustainability #Inclusion Source: Lactalis CSR Report 2024 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/efz6R5dw

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IFF inaugurated its expanded LMR Naturals by IFF site in Grasse, France, funded by a €10 million investment. The expansion increased the facility’s footprint by 75% and includes a state-of-the-art pilot hall for the development of natural ingredients. LMR Naturals, a trademarked capability within IFF, was founded in 1983 and acquired by IFF in 2000. The subsidiary currently processes 85,000 tons of biomass annually and offers more than 850 ingredients across 130 botanical families. “LMR Naturals is a strategic asset in IFF’s portfolio, and this expansion underscores our commitment to shaping the future of natural ingredients,” said chief executive officer Erik Fyrwald. “By deepening our roots in Grasse — the global center of excellence for natural ingredients — we’re scaling innovation that empowers perfumers and flavorists worldwide to deliver high-performing, exceptional and sustainable signatures consumers can trust.”

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