EMEISHAN, China -- French alcohol producer Pernod Ricard unveiled its first locally distilled whiskey in China on Tuesday, looking to capture the evolving premium product market favored by affluent consumers.
French distiller eyes emerging affluent market seeking premium products

A 700-milliliter pure malt whiskey produced in China by Pernod Ricard retails at 888 yuan ($125). (Photo by CK Tan)
EMEISHAN, China -- French alcohol producer Pernod Ricard unveiled its first locally distilled whiskey in China on Tuesday, looking to capture the evolving premium product market favored by affluent consumers.