Exterior view of The Island, Pernod Ricard's headquarters in Paris, France.

Who we are

Pernod Ricard has the most comprehensive portfolio in the industry, with over 200 spirits and wines brands distributed in 160 countries. The Group puts its expertise at the service of authentic moments of sharing, while acting ethically and responsibly to have a positive impact on society and on the planet.

Our purpose 

Our products embody the excellence of our know-how and our passion for brand building. Our wines and spirits tell genuine stories, bringing unique sensory experiences to life during unforgettable moments.

We act for the responsible consumption of our brands, standing firm in the belief that there is no conviviality in excess.

Alexandre Ricard

Our Leadership Team

•    Our Board of Directors, its Committees, and the Executive Committee ensure that we lead our organisation in an ethical and transparent manner and in the best interests of our stakeholders.

Meet our Leaders

Paul Ricard and Jean Hemard sign a contract at the creation of Pernod Ricard in 1975.

Our History

In 1975 Paul Ricard and Jean Hémard founded Pernod Ricard by merging their two anise-based spirits companies. The two partners set out with shared enthusiasm, creative innovation and an ambitious goal of global leadership.

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Our Role in Society

As an industry leader we are mindful of our influence and so embedded in our business is respect and responsibility for each other, our communities and our planet because we believe there is no conviviality in excess, especially when it comes to drinking.

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A photograph from Sanja Marušić's series Naturally Committed.

Our Artistic Legacy

Our founder Paul Ricard’s love of creativity and art drove his philanthropy, and we carry on that mission today by supporting artists and artistic creation.

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