THE M AC A L L A N Founded in 1824 in the heart of Speyside, The Macallan was one of the first distilleries in Scotland to be legally licensed. Since then it has built a reputation as one of the world’s leading single malt whiskies. The creation of The Macallan draws on the vital contributing influences of Spain, North America and Scotland, and of their respective natural raw materials, combined with traditional methods and craftsmanship. From its founding, through the subsequent owners of The Macallan distillery in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries and into the present century, The Macallan has been recognised for its outstanding quality above all else.
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THE M AC A L L A N 1824 M A ST E R S SE R I E S 10 0% S h e r r y C a sk Ma t u re d 10 0% Na t u ra l C ol o u r
The quality of our exceptional oak casks is the single greatest contributor to the outstanding quality, natural colours and distinctive aromas and flavours of The Macallan. We control the whole journey from forest to cask for both our Spanish and American oak sherry seasoned casks. We import more than 80% of all new sherry seasoned oak casks from Spain and invest more than ÂŁ16m each year . Only The Macallan has access to the finest and scarcest casks in the industry. The 1824 Masters Series showcases our unique mastery of wood.
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T H E M AC A L L A N 18 24 M A S T E R S S E R I E S
T H E M AC A L L A N R A R E C A SK
The most diverse and intricate Macallan whisky; a reinterpretation of the classic profile achieved through the widest palette of cask styles. 16 different cask styles individually hand chosen for the character they impart to the Macallan spirit, some casks so rare they will never be used again. Far less than 1% of the casks maturing at the distillery have been identified as fitting to bestow the Rare Cask name. The result is unadulterated product complexity.
TA S T I N G N O T E S Vanilla, Raisin, Chocolate, Apple, Lemon, Orange, Ginger, Cinnamon, Nutmeg
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T H E M AC A L L A N 18 24 M A S T E R S S E R I E S
T H E M AC A L L A N R E F L E X ION
A reflection of the foremost influence of first fill sherry seasoned oak casks from Spain and America, drawing it’s colour and flavour from maturation in 250L hogshead casks only. The smallest cask to mature Macallan allows for greatest interaction of wood and spirit. The result is a great intensity of colour, flavour and character.
TA S T I N G N O T E S Ginger, Cinnamon, Lemon, Toffees, Orange, Sultana, Boiled Sweets, Fudge
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T H E M AC A L L A N 18 24 M A S T E R S S E R I E S
T H E M AC A L L A N NO.6
A celebration of first fill sherry seasoned oak casks handcrafted by the master coopers at a single Spanish cooperage in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain. Spanish sherry butts and Spanish sherry puncheons, seasoned with Oloroso sherry and are filled with Macallan spirit in a single year (filled in 1995 for the 2015 release). The art of the Macallan whisky maker is encased in the exquisite craftsmanship of Lalique. Each decanter is individually numbered. The result is timeless elegance, a classic Macallan.
TA S T I N G N O T E S Dried Fruit, Apple, Orange, Ginger, Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Clove
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T H E M AC A L L A N 18 24 M A S T E R S S E R I E S
T H E M AC A L L A N M
An unprecedented collaboration between three masters of their crafts, The Macallan; the ultimate luxury spirit, Lalique; the world’s finest crystal maker and Fabien Baron; legendary designer. M sits at the pinnacle of The Macallan’s 1824 Masters Series, it is the most expensive whisky ever sold*. Drawing on some of the richest casks maturing at The Macallan distillery over the decades, including whisky distilled in 1940. M is the ultimate representation of the master craftsmanship at the heart of The Macallan. *Guiness Book of World Records. A 6 litre bottle was auctioned off at USD $628,205.
TA S T I N G N O T E S Cinnamon, Green Apple, Ginger, Sultana, Vanilla, Nutmeg, Raisin, Orange, Wood Smoke
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THE M AC A L L A N I N L A L IQU E T h e Ma ca l l a n i n L a l i q u e b r i n gs t o ge t h e r t h e u n d i sp u t e d m a s t e rs of c r ys t a l w i t h t h e s u p re m e m a s t e rs of sp i r i t a n d w o o d .
L A L IQU E 5 0 Y E A R S OL D
L A L IQU E 55 Y E A R S OL D
Launched in 2005 to celebrate The Macallan’s exceptional oak casks. Only 470 decanters produced.
Launched in 2007 to celebrate The Macallan’s natural colour. Only 420 decanters produced.
(4 6 % A BV )
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(4 0 .1% A BV )
Attracted by a shared sense of heritage, craftsmanship and creativity, The Macallan and Lalique came together in 2005. The outcome of this partnership is a series of Lalique crystal decanters, each celebrating a particular pillar of The Macallan, and holding some of the oldest and rarest whiskies ever released by the distillery.
L A L IQU E 57 Y E A R S OL D
L A L IQU E 6 0 Y E A R S OL D
L A L IQU E 62 Y E A R S OL D
Launched in 2009 to celebrate The Macallan’s finest cut. Only 400 decanters produced.
Launched in 2011 to celebrate The Macallan’s curiously small stills. Only 400 decanters produced.
Launched in 2013 to celebrate The Macallan’s spiritual home. Only 400 decanters produced.
(4 8 . 5% A B V )
(53 . 2 % A B V )
(53 .1% A BV )
All of the above items are currently sold out. For information on the next Lalique product launch, please contact us. 14
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THE M AC A L L A N FINE AND RARE T h e Wo rl d ’s Mos t P re c i o u s W h i sk y
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Dominating auctions around the world and setting world record prices, The Macallan Fine & Rare range underpins the brand as the world’s most valuable and collectable single malt whisky. First revealed in 2002, the range is carefully broadened every year through the curated release of a new vintage. Beginning with the earliest release distilled in 1926, the full collection of vintages is a taste of the liquid history of The Macallan – an unforgettable experience that chronicles the aroma and flavours characteristic of this great single malt. Herein is the apex of The Macallan range and the unforgettable taste of unadulterated luxury.
Vintages are subject to allocation. For inquiries, please contact us.
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THE M AC A L L A N M A ST E R S OF PHOTOGR A PH Y T h e Ma ca l l a n Ma s t e rs of P h ot o g ra p h y c e l e b ra t e s t w o v e r y d i f fe re n t , b u t h i g h ly re v e re d a r t p ro c e sse s , p h ot o g ra p h y a n d w h i sk y - m a k i n g.
E L L IOT T E RW I T T E DI T ION
One of the most influential living photographers, Elliott Erwitt, captures the unique richness and depth of Scottish character in this edition. Shot against dramatically different backdrops of the Highlands and Islands, Glasgow and Endinburgh, Erwitt turns his lens to capture fleeting and precious seconds between Scottish people as well as his most loved subjects of dogs. The edition comprises of a bespoke photo-archival book featuring 158 evocative images with a single cask malt whisky cleverly hidden within its pages as well as a 35cl handmade glass flask – a mysteriously alluring homage and celebration of the roots and spirit of The Macallan.
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ANNIE L E I BOV I T Z E DI T ION
Annie Leibovitz brings to life the essence of The Macallan brand through her unique perspective. With renowned Scottish actor, Kevin McKidd cast in the leading role, these series of shots were captured against the dramatic backdrops in and around New York City. Leibovitz interprets four single cask expressions accompanied for the first time through four powerful images: The Library, The Gallery, The Bar and The Skyline. With only 1,000 limited edition bottles released, this unique edition captures the power of a moment and showcases the brilliant amalgamation of taste and masculinity.
M A R IO T E ST I NO E DI T ION
The world’s most prolific portrait and fashion photographer brings to life The Six Pillars of the brand through a distinctive and luxurious characterization of six individual personalities. Presented in a beautiful, glossy, black lacquered box, each one of these 1,000 limited editions comprises of a different Mario Testino print alongside an extravagant photo-archival book featuring 20 other images. A secret hidden compartment holds six miniature whiskies – each with its own character, flavor and aroma representative of the Six Pillars. Together, they present a deconstruction of the perfect single malt that is included in this edition that boasts unparalleled depth, darkness and diversity.
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