The Macallan Estate Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Macallan Estate
The Macallan Estate is a classic expression of Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, produced only once a year. This estate-grown spirit is smooth and rich, with hints of vanilla, dried fruit, oakiness, and citrus. The complex aromas are reminiscent of Speyside, where it was born. The finish is long and rich, with notes of lemon and banana.
The macallan’s single malt character is due to the exceptional oak casks used in the production. Casks are handpicked and toasted to create the perfect whisky. The Whisky Mastery Team then ages the spirits for years, giving each bottle its unique aroma and flavour. To enjoy this unique whisky, you can purchase the Macallan Estate Limited Edition at select retail locations.
The origin of this whisky can be traced back to 1494, when a group of monks purchased 60 gallons of barley and turned them into aqua vitae. It was this discovery that resulted in the first Scottish whiskey bottles in history. There are two types of whiskies: Single malt and blended malt. Single malt is the most popular of these, representing approximately 10% of the market. Single malt is made from 100% malted barley, while grain whisky is made from wheat, rye, corn, and other grains.
The Macallan Estate Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
The oak casks that are used for the Macallan estate are sourced from American oak trees that were grown in Ohio, Missouri, and Kentucky. These barrels are aged for at least eighteen months. The wood is naturally denser than European oak and allows the spirit to develop smoky and spicy notes. The oak staves used for The Macallan are from around 70 years old.
The Macallan estate is the latest addition to the distillery’s collection of limited editions, which can retail for up to $50,000. The new bottle, which will be available in the U.S. this July, will be packaged in a landscape-inspired gift box featuring slate inlay. The label features aerial photography of the barley fields on the estate’s banks of the River Spey. It is a chestnut color with a scent of cinnamon, wood spice, and dried fruits. It finishes with a touch of banana.
The latest edition of the Macallan Edition Series pays homage to the River Spey, the lifeblood of the Speyside whisky-making region. Its smoky character hints at maritime influences, while its lingering finish elicits memories of fruitcake. The whisky maker founded the distillery in 1875, though it was previously intermittently mothballed.