What is the relationship between Absolut vodka and Pernod Ricard in the context of the input sentence. Choose an answer from: product/material produced; manufacturer; distributed by; industry; position held; original broadcaster; owned by; founded by; distribution format; headquarters location; stock exchange; currency; parent organization; chief executive officer; director/manager; owner of; operator; member of; employer; chairperson; platform; subsidiary; legal form; publisher; developer; brand; business division; location of formation; creator.

PARIS, Aug 27 (Reuters) - Pernod Ricard (Paris: FR0000120693 - news ) delivered full-year profit below expectations on Thursday, sending its shares down 5 percent as a writedown on its flagship Absolut vodka brand highlighted difficulties in its U.S. market.

Answer: manufacturer