10.04.2025
4 Exclusive Macallan Editions You Need to Know: The Reach, Tales, Quest Collection & 1824 Decanters
4 Exclusive Macallan Editions You Need to Know: The Reach, Tales, Quest Collection & 1824 Decanters
The Reach Limited Edition
81 Years Old The Reach 1940, 41,6% Vol.
Distilled in 1940, this 81-year-old whisky is distilled from a single sherry-seasoned oak cask and is the distillery's oldest bottling. Its peaceful existence contrasts with the turbulent times when it was distilled in 1940. Slowly maturing over eight decades, its triumphant release in the present allows us to look back in history to those difficult times. There is a rich, sweet smoky note due to the peat used in malting the barley and firing the stills during this period. The smoky note is subtle but unmistakable and is complemented by antique oak. As a testament to the commitment and unrivalled craftsmanship, The Reach's exceptional and unique packaging was created by a collective of Scottish artisans. This single malt Scotch whisky is housed in a hand-blown glass decanter held by three bronze hands, created by Scottish sculptor Saskia Robinson and featuring three individual fingerprints of the hands holding it up. The three hands are an implicit allusion to the decades that have passed during the maturation of the whisky.
Tales of the Macallan
71 Years Old Tales of the Macallan I - 1950/2021, 44,6% Vol.
A series of limited edition single malts that pay tribute to the key figures in The Macallan's history and the contribution they have made to our exceptional spirit.
This whisky is a tribute to Captain John Grant, whose contribution has shaped the legacy of The Macallan. The rare whisky, distilled in 1950 and bottled in 2021, is housed in a crystal decanter by Lalique and concealed in an extraordinary 800-page almanac book and was released limited to 350 bottles.. Wood spices, sweet wood smoke and antique oak are omnipresent and beautifully complement the delicate symphony of ripe fruits and spices.
73 Yeas Old Tales of the Macallan II – 1949/2022, 44,8% Vol.
A series of limited edition single malts that pay tribute to the key figures in The Macallan's history and the contribution they have made to our exceptional spirit. In the distillery's 200th anniversary year, this remarkable whisky is a fitting tribute to founder Alexander Reid and his journey from teacher to whisky master. Distilled in 1949 and bottled in 2022, this exemplary whisky was selected at the height of its maturation with only 344 bottles produced. The decanter features illustrations of Alexander Reid's journey from teacher to farmer and distiller and is housed in an impressive 800-page book.
Quest Collection
Quest, 40% Vol.
Each single malt in the range is an exploration of flavour and texture. Their respective characters range from vibrant and fresh to rich and intense, but always result in a whisky that epitomises the essence of The Macallan.
The Macallan Quest is a tribute to the entire journey undertaken by The Macallan to find the best oak over more than 20,000 miles. The final touch is the selection of four different but complementary cask types to create a single malt whisky that creates a real anticipation of further discovery and enjoyment. American bourbon casks are combined with hand-selected European and American oak sherry casks and hogsheads to give a character of fresh citrus flavours and sweet vanilla oak.
Lumina, 41,3% Vol.
The Macallan Lumina represents the direction of the Quest Collection journey in this warm and smooth whisky. The Macallan Lumina represents the direction of the journey, where old and new worlds combine over 15,000 miles to find three exact cask types. European and American sherry-matured oak casks are combined with hogsheads to create a spirit rooted in the old world but inspired by the new. This single malt whisky is characterised by its bold flavour with notes of creamy vanilla, ginger and wood spice, renewing the pursuit of excellence.
Terra, 43,8% Vol.
The Macallan Terra tells the story of discovery through a complex but balanced single malt matured in exceptional sherry-matured oak casks, with a journey spanning 10,000 miles. Matured exclusively in first-fill European and American oak casks sourced from two of the most prestigious family cooperages, The Macallan Terra honours the best of sherry oak from both continents. This whisky celebrates the wonders of spiritual maturation with a distinctive character of toffee, sweet dried fruits and rich wood spices, revealing the intensity of the first-fill oak that inspires our quest.
Enigma, 44,9% Vol.
The Macallan Enigma represents the culmination of the journey and is the closest to the principles of The Macallan. Matured in exceptional sherry oak casks from a cooperage in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, this is a whisky that epitomises the essence of The Macallan. This single malt perfectly captures the ultimate richness of sherry and is characterised by full, lingering aromas of dried fruit, strong cinnamon notes and extremely smooth spicy wood tones.
The 1824 Decanters Series
The Macallan Reflexion, 43% Vol.
This exceptional single malt draws its colour and flavour from maturation in smaller hogshead casks, allowing a greater surface area of wood to interact with the whisky to deliver an intricate character influenced by both Spanish and American oak casks. The depth of colour and complex flavour of Reflexion is derived from the use of first-fill casks, carefully selected for this distinctive expression to accentuate its aromas and flavours. Bold and full bodied, Reflexion is a celebration of floral and vanilla notes, punctuated with fresh apples and apricots.
The Macallan Oscuro, 46,5% Vol.
The Macallan Oscuro is drawn exclusively from oak casks seasoned with Oloroso Sherry. An exceptionally high proportion of these are first fill, which endow the whisky with a rich, deep colour and intense flavour. When the casks are at the peak of maturation, the whisky is gently reduced to 46.5% alcohol by volume with natural spring water drawn from boreholes deep under The Macallan Estate. It is then matured in slumbering casks for at least six months, allowing the flavours to ‘marry’ and harmonise. It undergoes no further strength reduction and is non-chill filtered at ambient room temperature before being bottled for your enjoyment.
The Macallan No. 6, 43% Vol.
No. 6 brings together the art of whisky making with Lalique exquisite craftsmanship to create a stunning whisky encased in the finest crystal decanter. This rich, complex single malt takes its unique natural colour and character from first fill sherry seasoned oak casks from Spain, handcrafted by the master craftsmen of Jerez de la Frontera, the home of sherry. The casks are taken from a single cooperage in order to ensure the infinite quality and character at the heart of this rich single malt. The cooperage exclusively creates Spanish oak casks which, once seasoned with sherry, create the unique flavour of this exquisite whisky. Rich in spice and dried fruit with a layer of heady orange groves, this is an enticing, dark, whisky that delivers classic Macallan character.
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Daniela Rek
Whisky enthusiast and nerd. In the whisky game since 2016 and still diligent about exceptional drams. Continuously uncovering the depths of tasting notes of each whisky, bringing whisky closer to anyone interested and informing about whisky topics is a hobby and a way of life.
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