Introducing The Macallan 52 Years Old

Introducing The Macallan 52 Years Old

The latest classic-aged statement from Scotland’s leading single malt

News | 17 Dec 2018 | By Phoebe Calver

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A rare and limited-edition single malt has been released by The Macallan, with only 250 bottles available worldwide.

Whisky maker for The Macallan, Sarah Burgess said: “After being left to mature for fifty-two long years in one exceptional, hand crafted European oak sherry seasoned cask, this wonderfully rare single malt is full of rich spicy flavours and has a beautiful ruby mahogany natural colour.

"Bottled at an ABV of 48% where all the flavours became perfectly balanced, The Macallan 52 Years Old is an outstanding addition to our expanding range of unique, classic-aged whiskies and is a testament to the harmony created through the mastery of wood and spirit. With only 250 individually numbered bottles available worldwide, this is a highly limited and expertly crafted release which will be desired the world over by whisky lovers and luxury connoisseurs.”

Bottled at an ABV of 48% The Macallan 52 years old is presented in a luxurious solid oak box, featuring an etched face and inlaid with a matte gold badged age statement.

The Macallan 52 Years Old 2018 release will be available from December 2018 and will be limited to 250 individually numbered bottles worldwide, with an estimated retail price of £38,500 / $50,000 per 70cl bottle.
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