Relais & Châteaux, Absolut Elyx and Monkey 47 are pleased to name Kieran Klein Nulend, mixologist at Château Neercanne in Maastricht, as the recipient of the 2025 Cocktail Trophy in recognition of his creativity. To celebrate the 70th anniversary of Relais & Châteaux, he created the Last Cocktail to showcase the rustic flavors of Château Neercanne’s gardens and orchards. Starting with Monkey 47, he adds estate-grown rosemary and pear before finishing with a local sparkling wine, resulting in an evocative taste profile with a sense of freshness.
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Restaurant in the country. Upholding a proud culinary tradition, Château Neercanne combines gastronomy and hospitality in an enviable setting. With breathtaking views over the bucolic Jeker valley, near Maastricht, this grand, late 17th-century property is home to an exceptional restaurant and accommodation that invites guests to savor its heritage. Located in the original manor house, each guest suite blends historical and modern elements, and offers access to the private baroque gardens, which are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Beneath the impressive chandeliers of Restaurant Château Neercanne, diners enjoy refined seasonal cuisine, inspired by French gastronomy. The chef prioritizes local ingredients and products from the property's own kitchen garden to create innovative dishes of great delicacy. Separately, the atmospheric vaults and elegant contemporary decor of L'Auberge, the estate's second restaurant, make a memorable setting for celebrations. ... Learn moreless
