Is This the World’s Most Expensive Barbecue?

An Aemyrie Igneum is more than just a high-end grill; it is a working piece of art.

With summer now upon the Northern Hemisphere, thoughts are very much turned to al fresco entertaining. There is nothing quite like food which has been cooked outdoors to make both the heart and taste buds sing. And it seems nothing such as the Aemyrie Igneum has been seen or used before to prepare meals in this way. Could this be not only the world’s most expensive, but equally the world’s most luxurious and technologically advanced barbecue?

An Aemyrie Igneum is more than just a high-end grill; it is a working piece of art. Guaranteed to add opulence and elegance to any outdoor space; whether that be a garden, yacht or poolside area. What makes it even more distinctive is the barbecue’s bespoke nature – no two Aemyrie grills are the same, making it a completely unique investment.

Aemyrie was founded in 2015 by fine food, wine and cooking aficionado Peter Walsh, who fell in love with the unique taste achieved through cooking on wood fires whilst travelling around the world seeking out new cooking inspirations. The grilling enthusiast began his quest to recreate the unique taste and flavours which can only be achieved by cooking over smoke and flames using traditional fuels – and to create the world’s most luxurious and technologically advanced grills. ‘Aemyrie’ comes from the Old English word for ember.

Says Peter; “Every commission is hand-made in England to each customers’ personal requirements and provides its owner with a true sense of individuality. Each grill is built by a dedicated team of artisan craftsmen, experienced designers and professional fabricators. We can create the iconic end panels in a variety of hardwoods and other materials and can offer several special finishes for other panels using paints, varnishes, lacquers, enamels and even liquid metals. We assemble all the components by hand and the final stages are completed on site with the new owner.”

There are of course already many high-end barbecue brands already prevalent within the market. What makes the Aemyrie stand out is its range of technological features, bespoke commissioning options, and stunning aesthetics. Who says you can’t have beauty and brains?

Space-Age Technology
Weighing between 350kg – 400kg depending on the materials specified and standing at 1.4 metres (55 inches) high and at 1.65 metres (65 inches) wide, an Aemyrie grill easily produces remarkable food for 30 or more guests.

Hidden within the unique exterior is an array of technological masterpieces.The powerful Ceramignite® ignition system brings the grill to cooking temperature in a matter of minutes and can achieve a maximum temperature of over 350˚C, significantly higher than most conventional ovens.

A high-performing computer running adaptive and intelligent software controls hidden fans, air channels and variable vents which constantly monitor and manage airflows throughout the entire system. Additionally, Aemyrie also utilises a state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly and safe insulator called ‘Aerogel’, originally developed by NASA for use in the Space Programme and never before used in this type of application. This, combined with a unique construction methodology, allows an Aemyrie to provide a ‘safe touch’ exterior, even when operating at maximum temperature.

Utilising a wide range of fuels including solid wood logs, briquettes and charcoal, the solid fuel system is perfect for achieving ‘hot and fast’ grilling and searing, as well as ‘low and slow’ smoking. To achieve the ultimate flavour experience, chefs can add oak, cherry, apple, hickory or any other favoured woods to compliment the food they are creating, providing gastronomic perfection every time. The high heat feature has the added benefit of allowing the grill to be set to a self-cleaning mode, and at such temperatures, any cooking residues simply carbonise and can be brushed away.

Flavour is at the heart of Aemyrie. Peter Walsh explains, “There are many cooking styles available to a chef when using an Aemyrie grill. A world first, patent pending intelligent temperature control mechanism automatically adjusts the grill to ensure food is cooked precisely. This allows both food lovers and professional chefs alike to create everything from a steak seared for seconds, to melt-in-the-mouth meat which has been smoked at very low temperature for 20 hours or more.”

Unparalleled Design
There is an almost limitless range of materials that can be used in each commission, and the Aemyrie design team can integrate an extensive combination of woods, metals & composites to form a truly unique and individual showpiece. Examples include, brushed, satin or polished stainless steels, and enamels of almost any colour palette can be used as metal finish options, whilst the side panels can include black walnut, oak, teak, mahogany or even liquid metals. No aspect is left without thought. To compliment the chosen material and overall design theme, door and hood handles, temperature control knobs and other accents can be specified in a wide range of finishes, to include nickel, chrome, brass, silver and even gold. The choice really is almost limitless and allows for an Aemyrie to fit seamlessly into any home, setting or environment.

Inspiration for the outer side panels created from pinstriped woods came from the classic Boat-Tail cars of the 1920s and nautical legends made famous in the 1960s and 1970s on the Italian Riviera. Other automotive and nautical influences run throughout the brand, reflecting the presence and ability of an Aemyrie to be used both on land and sea in restaurants, hotels, high-end events and superyachts alike. The public response following the launch of Aemyrie speaks for itself; a number of high profile chefs have shown keen interest in the highly sophisticated barbeque and grilling system, with award-winning and Michelin starred chef Darron Bun (Group Executive Head Chef of the Goodwood Estate) stating, “If you are working as a chef and you don’t want one of these you need to change career. These are really classy.”

Furthermore, Aemyrie was a double award-winner in the 2018 Surrey Digital Awards, which included the flagship categories “Best Website” and “Best Online Retailer”; and was a winner in the 2017/18 A Prime Awards in the ‘Home Appliance Design’ category.

The testing and development of this beautiful creation is complete with all relevant trademarks and designs registered and all patents applied for. Aemyrie delivered their first commission in March 2018 to Malibu, California, and have a demonstration model now in residence at Stansted House, Hampshire which is ready to be viewed by appointment.

Aemyrie wood fired grills are now available to commission through the Aemyrie website. Prices are dependent on customer requirements and start from £25,000.

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About Aemyrie
Aemyrie Limited based in Stansted House, Hampshire was founded in 2015 by grilling enthusiast and international fine food, wine & cooking aficionado Peter Walsh. The business is powered by a team of exceptional individuals who are dedicated to creating the world’s finest bespoke wood fired ovens. All of Aemyrie commissions are built by hand in England to the very highest specifications.

After experiencing the unique taste and aroma of cooking food on wood fired ovens whilst travelling the world, Peter committed himself to bringing these flavours to Britain. Peter assembled a team of artisan craftsmen, experienced designers and professional fabricators to bring Aemyrie to life and redefine luxury in outdoor kitchens.

The name Aemyrie comes from the Old English word for ‘ember’ and is positioned as the world’s most luxurious wood fired oven. It gives food and art lovers the ability to customise the aesthetics to their own personality and the unique jukebox design blends state-of-the-art technology with an evocative, retro-feel exterior. An extraordinary range of customised options and finishes are available to suit the needs of any customer.

The handcrafted side panels take inspiration from the distinguished Boat Tail cars of the 1920s and nautical legends made famous on the Italian Riviera in the 1960s and 1970s. Other nautical and automotive influences run throughout the Brand. The functionality of the bespoke wood fired grills benefit from the input of leading chefs and feature an array of patent applied for intelligent systems to ensure perfectly cooked food.

The business operates from the Hampshire and West Sussex border and ships worldwide.

New orders can typically be delivered within six to eight weeks from time of order.

Pricing is dependent on customer requirements and starts from £25,000.

Address: Aemyrie Limited, Stansted House, Rowland’s Castle, Hampshire, PO9 6DX

Links:

Website: http://aemyrie.com

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