Actress Zynnell Zuh(Third from left) with some dignitaries at the event

Accra’s entertainment and business industries experience Macallan’s single malt whiskey

Graphic Showbiz Showbiz News Mar - 24 - 2023 , 23:14 3 minutes read

A number of Accra’s vibrant entertainment and business industries were hosted to an exclusive three -course dinner and whiskey pairing of the world’s most precious single malt scotch at the Country Club, Trasacco, in Accra recently.

Personalities who graced the occasion included Rashid Mugeez, one-half of popular Ghanaian hip hop group, R2Bees; Zynnell Zuh and Haillie Sumney, actresses; Ruth Quarshie, former Miss Universe Ghana; and Kwadwo Saka Addo-Mensah, Managing Director, Saka Homes, William Osei-Poku, Owner, KOP Engineering Ltd; Philip Ayesu, Chairman, Philip’s Holdings; Joseph Ampofo, Managing Director, Enterprise Trustees Ltd; Cynthia Ofori- Dwumfuo, Group Head of Marketing & Corporate Affairs, Hollard Ghana among others.

**Guests enjoyed their meals paired perfectly with Macallan's single malt whisky**

Patrons were treated to an appetizing Macallan-infused dinner prepared by the Club’s chef – Bismark Amoako while experiencing the luxury behind world’s most incomparable whisky.

With guidance on the rich history of the brand from The Macallan Brand Ambassador, Lebanon, West, and Central Africa, Sandra Gedeon, the gourmet meals were paired perfectly with the Macallan whisky, as guests enjoyed musical interludes. Titled “The Macallan Experience,” it featured the core Macallan range.

From left (Customer Marketing Manager, West Africa of Erdrington, Abayomi Ajao, General Manager, Country Club, Accra, Anja Turik, Managing Director, Raju Ghana, Kamar Thakur, The Macallan Brand Ambassador for Lebanon, West and Central Africa, Sandra Gedeon, Businessman, Kalil and Brand Manager of Edrington, Caline Bader

In a presentation, Edrington's Customer Marketing Manager for West & North Africa, Abayomi Ajao said it was a distinguished honour to host individuals who were distinguished in their crafts to experience single-malt whisky.

"This was a night of conviviality and friendship, for us to gather and experience The Macallan. It is truly an honour to host some of Ghana's most eminent individuals, who are distinguished in their craft. The Macallan's unparalleled quality is a result of such exceptional mastery and precision.

“One of our six pillars is the peerless spirit - from the production process and location to the passion and people involved. Our esteemed guests are deserving of such an experience from the world's most valuable single malt whisky.

“We are an incomparable whisky brand representing the pinnacle of single malt whisky globally, the best of Scottish traditional yet innovative spirit. In the same way, Ghana, as a country, embodies a harmonious blend of craftsmanship, creativity and tradition, making it one of Africa's most exceptional countries,” he stated.

The Prestige expressions featured at the event included The Macallan M Decanter, The Macallan Reflexion, The Macallan 30-Year-Old DC, 25-Year-Old and Rare Casks, to name a few.

The Macallan Brand Ambassador, for Lebanon, West, and Central Africa, Sandra Gedeon said she was proud to be associated with a brand that has a strong nearly 200-year heritage.

“We need to take a moment to embrace gatherings such as this where we experience The Macallan as a family. With a strong nearly 200-year heritage, we are proud of our commitment to wood. It is a robust and long process from cutting the trees, to drying and seasoning them. All these speak to our attention to detail and excellence. And this is a common trait for everyone in this room,” she said.

There was a whisky pairing, including its rare collection, The Reflexion. It was in line with Macallan’s reputation for quality and craftsmanship, inspired by vital contributing influences of Spain, North America, and Scotland, has made it an incomparable single-malt whiskey since its founding in 1824.