{"id":36583,"date":"2025-06-18T10:53:21","date_gmt":"2025-06-18T07:53:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/norex.fi\/norex-grand-tasting-2025-a-flavourful-journey-around-the-world\/"},"modified":"2026-08-04T13:41:43","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T10:41:43","slug":"norex-grand-tasting-2025-a-flavourful-journey-around-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/norex.fi\/en\/norex-grand-tasting-2025-a-flavourful-journey-around-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Norex Grand Tasting 2025 \u2014 a flavourful journey around the world"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Another year has passed – it’s time to mark your calendar for the most delicious afternoon of the year: Norex Grand Tasting!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

An inspiring tasting journey around the world awaits you \u2014 featuring a vast selection of wines and spirits from across the globe, new learnings and inspiring encounters with industry professionals.<\/p>\n\n

Norex Grand Tasting will take place at Vanha Ylioppilastalo in Helsinki Monday, September 22nd, from 2 PM to 7 PM.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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What to expect?<\/h2>\n\n
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Hundreds of products from around the globe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

NGT offers a unique opportunity to explore our entire product portfolio \u2014 this year taking you on a world tour of flavours. More than 500 products from different countries and regions will be available for tasting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our brand partners will be present in person to share their expertise, providing in-depth knowledge and fascinating details about their products. An abundance of information and inspiration awaits! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Encounters, conversations and global insights without borders!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Grand Tasting brings industry professionals together across borders. The day offers not only tastings but also valuable insights, idea sharing and the latest industry news from around the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event creates a unique opportunity to network, engage in insightful conversations, gain new knowledge and share expertise with fellow professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to the tastings, a selection of high-quality snacks will be served by our food partners.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Cocktail o’clock <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Popular cocktails will be crafted throughout the event from 3 PM to 6:30 PM. Joining us are Helsinki’s own Toppa<\/strong><\/a> and Son of a Punch<\/a><\/strong> along with visiting star Tiima<\/strong><\/a> from Tampere. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Mini Masterclasses at the Tasting Table<\/strong>!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once again, our top experts will share their insights during mini masterclasses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Power of the Old World \u2013 Red Icons of France, Italy & Spain<\/strong>Masterclass showcasing some of the most iconic red wines from the Old World. Explore legendary terroirs, timeless craftsmanship, and the nuanced power of French red wines from Bourgogne, Chateauneuf du Pape and Bordeaux. Iconic Italian expressions from Chianti and the noble terroirs of Piemonte. And timeless Spanish masterpieces from the celebrated regions ofRioja and the bold, age-worthy reds of Ribera del Duero. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trainer is Dmitrii Frolov. The training will be conducted in English and will take place from 4 PM to 5 PM. The number of spots is limited. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sign up here!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alko VIP hour<\/strong>This year, we are organizing a special VIP hour for Alko employees upstairs at Vanha, where you can take your time to explore Norex’s new products and seasonal highlights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The VIP hour will take place from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM, and spots are limited. Remember to register, Alko employee! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sign up for the VIP hour!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Partners participating in the event <\/h2>\n\n

LIST UPDATED DURING THE SUMMER<\/p>\n\n

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Atria <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Atria is a reliable partner for professional kitchens, offering responsibly produced, Finnish ingredients and innovative food solutions. Our selection covers both unprocessed premium meats and high-quality ready meals all the way to the legendary spinach pancakes. We are constantly developing new products, such as hybrid options and lake fish-based solutions, that meet our customers’ sustainability and nutrition expectations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Customized solutions are not limited to products \u2013 the professionals working with us know the everyday life of kitchens and help our customers succeed. Delivery reliability is the cornerstone of our customer relationships. Our customers can always rely on the products to be available when they are needed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.atriaammattilaiset.fi\/foodservice<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Food Ranger<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Special Forces of Flavours at your service<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our job is to hunt for the best products from around the world \u2013 and deliver them to your shelf or kitchen. We don’t settle for mediocre: our selection only includes foods that we can be as proud of as the perfect Beef Wellington. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you’re a restaurant, shop or wholesaler, we’ll take care of it so that you can shine for your customers. We have an eye for quality, fast deliveries and a little twinkle in the eye \u2013 because business tastes better when it tastes good. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.foodranger.eu\/<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Konditoria pH7 <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Konditoria pH7 is an innovative pioneer following global food trends, leading the way in both confectionery and bakery products. Our products are handcrafted in Tuusula, where we operate with over 2,000 m\u00b2 of production space. In addition to the patisserie, our facilities include an artisan bakery, where our production philosophy follows traditional methods \u2014 everything is made without shortcuts or unnecessary additives. Our breads are prepared from scratch and baked in a stone oven. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The secret to our success has always been our innovative, passionate, and hardworking team, constantly striving to exceed expectations. We currently employ nearly 60 confectionery and bakery professionals, whose expertise allows us to offer our customers high-quality, lovingly crafted products. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Perhon juustola <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finland’s most artisan cheese dairy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The story of Perhon Juustola began in 2018 with an interest in making blue cheese. From the very beginning, there has been courage and bravery to try and make different kind of cheeses. Perho’s Principal blue cheese won gold at the World Cheese Awards 2023 in Trondheim, Norway. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.perho.fi\/kampusten-esittelyt\/juustola\/<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Son of a Punch <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Liberty or Death<\/strong> is a cocktail bar in the center of Helsinki, inspired by New York’s bar culture \u2013 especially the Brooklyn atmosphere and old-school hip-hop. The menu is updated four times a year and is based on seasonal ingredients, topical flavour pairings and fun drinkability. After three months of renovation, the bar is open again \u2013 renovated but recognizable, ready for the next decade. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bob’s Laundry<\/strong> is a cocktail bar and laundry in Punavuori that combines high-quality drinks, a relaxed atmosphere and a bar kitchen with snacks. And yes, we have a real laundry, so the laundry is done during the same visit. Bob’s is made for hanging out \u2013 whether you’re passing by or stopping for an entire evening. The drink list changes regularly, but the common thread is always fun, taste and surprise <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tiima<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tiima is the brightest star in Tampere when it comes to cocktails. Opened in 2017 in an old watch shop, the cocktail bar has earned its place in the hearts of restaurant customers in beer driven Tampere, and if you ask a local where to go for a cocktail, the answer is almost certainly Tiima. The small brick walled cocktail bar serves both classic cocktails and signature drinks from the cocktail list that change a few times a year. In Tiima, the guest is very likely to get a better than average drink with above average customer service and leave more satisfied than average. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Toppa<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Toppa is located on the top floor of the historically significant Sugar Cube designed by Alvar Aalto. The atmosphere of the restaurant blends smoothly with modern elegance and respect for historical dignity. Toppa is a place where every detail has been carefully considered \u2013 from modern furniture to nostalgia evoked by old Artek classics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Representatives from producers on-site <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

THE LIST WILL BE UPDATED THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Arctic Blue Beverages<\/strong><\/a> FINLAND<\/p>\n\n