It is these oak casks that make the greatest contribution to the quality, natural colour and distinctive aromas and flavours which lie at the heart of The Macallan single malt. Once filled, the maturing spirit remains undisturbed in the same casks for the necessary number of years it needs to be worthy of its destined Macallan expression.
It is the oak that makes the greatest contribution to the quality, natural colour and distinctive aromas and flavours at the heart of this fine single malt whisky. Sourced, crafted, toasted and seasoned under the watchful eye of the Master of Wood, the hand-picked casks are delivered to the demanding specifications of the Whisky Mastery Team. Our reputation for the extraordinary is characterised by the exceptional oak casks for which The Macallan is renowned.
It is an expression of our enduring desire to go beyond the ordinary, to seek out the extraordinary, and create peerless single malts. In August this year, Edrington-owned The Macallan released the first single malt in a new range inspired by the brand’s legacy – a whisky enclosed in a Lalique decanter and distilled in 1950.Every Macallan single malt reveals the unrivalled commitment to the mastery of wood and spirit for which The Macallan has been known since it was established in 1824. The whisky’s golden acorn natural colour provides the focal point of the shot, and its rich tone and translucent glow influenced the colour palette of the piece as a whole.” “I also created a still life image featuring vibrant colours and varying textures to portray the whisky’s luscious flavours while natural light captures its depth of character. The dried fruit, ginger and toffee notes of European oak are balanced by the warm oak spice and zesty citrus flavors of American oak. Matured in the world’s most extraordinary casks, Double Cask 18 Years Old showcases the distinctive mastery and rich flavor complexity of The Macallan. I was drawn to an oak tree and its leaves which provided the perfect subjects to evoke the seemingly simply, yet rich and complex character of Double Cask 30 Years Old and to depict the natural colour of the whisky. Whisky: The Macallan Double Cask 18 Years Old. Heck said: “Nature lies at the heart of my work, and I was greatly inspired by the breath-taking natural landscape on The Macallan Estate.
Heck’s photography features three compositions: a collection of abstract leaves from an oak tree an image of a ‘blue tree’ to represent the 30-year-old whisky and a still life to communicate the colours and textures of the whisky. The brand partnered with American artist and photographer Erik Madigan Heck to create imagery that depicts the flavours, textures and colour of the liquid. It is the oak that gives the whisky its natural colour and is the single greatest contributor to the quality, distinctive aromas and flavours.” “The Macallan Double Cask brings together Sherry-seasoned American and European oak casks to create the perfect balance of flavours. The Macallan Gold Double Cask (70cl, 40) (14 Reviews) £44.95 Sold out Notify when in stock More Alternatives £54.95 The Macallan £71.90 The Macallan £4,599.90 M (2020 Release) Try a Macallan Gold Double Cask Sample. With a rich combination and depth of flavour and a complex character, it is a whisky to be savoured, exhibiting notes of cinder toffee, fresh honeycomb, rich vanilla and red apples. Kirsteen Campbell, master whisky maker, The Macallan, said: “The Macallan Double Cask 30 Years Old is a modern take on our classic 30-year-old and is an exceptional aged single malt. The Macallan Double Cask Whisky - The Macallan®. Each and every Macallan single malt whisky reveals our unrivalled commitment to the mastery of wood and spirit. The palate brings cinnamon, ginger, vanilla, dried fruits and oak flavours, finishing with oak, spice and toffee. The marriage of classic Macallan style and the unmistakable sweetness of American oak, matured in the perfect balance of hand-picked sherry from two continents. Tasting notes for the whisky include aromas of honeycomb, toffee, red apple, fig and vanilla pod. Bottled at 43% ABV, the whisky will retail for RRP £3,000 (US$4,100). The Macallan Double Cask 30 Years Old was matured in Sherry-seasoned American and European oak casks. The Macallan 30 Years Old Double Cask is priced at £3,000 (US$4,100) The Macallan’s Double Cask 12 Years Old is a fully rounded single malt that perfectly balances the unmistakable sweetness of American oak with both sweet and zesty flavours. Single malt Scotch producer The Macallan has added a 30-year-old whisky to its Double Cask range.