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A Shanghai Tang Sense of Spirit at
The Langham, Hong Kong

The Silk Road Collection and perfumed potions debut at Artesian bar

(Hong Kong, August 2015) – Inspired by the newest Shanghai Tang Silk Road Fragrance Collection, The Langham, Hong Kong captivates its senses in a glass. Guests will be able to experience the Silk Road essence of the cocktail's perfumed palate, and receive a special fragrant gift.

Shanghai Tang partnered with renowned master parfumier, Carlos Benaim, to conjure the spirit of past and present China through multi-layered scents. Evoking the mystery and romance of exotic treasures from the East to the West and beyond, the Silk Road collection came to fruition.

Artesian mixologist Rajendra “Rush” Limbu favoured the fragrance journey of the Rose Silkand Spring Jasmine and constructed two creations. The Rose Silk fragrancehas accents of rose petals, cardamom, vetiver and musk, while the Rose Silk Cocktail counterpart consist of Rose Champagne, Elderflower liqueur, rose jam infusion, and garnished with a rose petal, candied silver pearls and a spray of rose water. Next is the Spring Jasmine scent that has aromas of violet, creamy sandalwood and sheer musk. Its match is a non-alcoholic Spring Jasmine Mocktail made with jasmine tea, lemon juice, jasmine syrup, and mixed with mint, dry lemon and lemongrass.

The Silk Road Collection will be on display at the Artesian bar for guests to test the fragrance and taste the cocktail or mocktail.

Patrons who purchase either the Rose Silk Cocktail or Spring Jasmine Mocktail, as well as guests who are checking in to the hotel, will receive a Shanghai Tang VIP privilege card entitled to 10 per cent off the regular price products and 20 per cent off their Imperial Tailoring Collection. In addition, present the VIP privilege card and the drink purchase receipt at the Shanghai Tang Boutique located at 1881 Heritage will receive a complimentary mini fragrance from the Silk Road Collection while supplies last.

Available from 15 August – 15 October 2015 starting at 3:00 p.m. until closing, the Rose Silk Cocktail is priced at HK$135, while the Spring Jasmine Mocktail is priced at HK$100, both subject to a 10% service charge.

For enquiries, please call 2132 7898 or email tlhkg.fbservicecentre@langhamhotels.com.

About Shanghai Tang

Since its inception in 1994, Shanghai Tang has been the pioneering luxury lifestyle brand from China. With its mission as the global curator of modern Chinese aesthetics, Shanghai Tang interprets Chinese culture and craftsmanship with vibrant sophistication and relevance. Offering ready-to-wear for women, men and children, as well as accessories and home ware, Shanghai Tang supports an international network of 43 boutiques, including the world's largest lifestyle flagship – The Shanghai Tang Mansion, at 1 Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong and its largest flagship boutique, The Cathay Mansion in Shanghai, China.

For more brand information and to shop online, please visit www.shanghaitang.com

About The Langham, Hong Kong

The Langham, Hong Kong epitomises timeless European elegance and is located in the heart of vibrant Kowloon. Situated next to Canton Road in the Tsim Sha Tsui district, the hotel is surrounded by the luxury flagship stores of the world's most famous designer labels and mere minutes away from the historic Star Ferry with glittering Victoria Harbour as its backdrop. The hotel features 498 luxurious guest rooms and suites finished with the finest fabrics, hardwood floors, and hand-woven carpets, and fully equipped with Blissful Beds, iHome docking stations and wireless broadband internet connection. Attractions range from the legendary two Michelin-starred T'ang Court Cantonese restaurant, “The Langham Afternoon Tea with Wedgwood” at the Palm Court lobby lounge and artisanal cocktails at the award-winning bar concept from London called Artesian. Guests can relax at the rooftop swimming pool or retreat to The Langham Club lounge that offers all-day canapés and refreshments.

For more details, please visit www.hongkong.langhamhotels.com.

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