The Macallan Edition No. 1 to 6 Tasting sets
Welcome to The Macallan Edition Series Tasting Set. This collection takes you on a sensory journey through six distinct expressions of our craft, each reflecting our dedication to whisky making from Edition 1 to Edition 6.
Enjoy the depth and diversity of The Macallan and enrich your understanding with this tasting guide.
The pictures are from the actual bottles that were "Breaked" for Batch 1.
Enjoy!
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The Macallan Edition No. 1 (48.1%) Nose: Notes of citrus and cooked sweets. Palate: Wood spice, dried fruits and chocolate. Aftertaste: Long, with a hint of dried fruits and spice. Introducing the series with a rich and spicy flavor profile that sets the standard for future releases. |
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The Macallan Edition No. 2 (48.2%) Developed in collaboration with the Roca brothers from the famous El Celler de Can Roca, this edition blends complexity and culinary artistry. Nose: Green apples and hints of orange peel. Palate: Nutmeg, cinnamon, hints of dried fruit. Aftertaste: Medium, with chocolate and dried fruit. This edition stands out with its complex blend of fruit and spice notes that make it an unforgettable whisky. |
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The Macallan Edition No. 3 (48.3%) Designed with insight from master perfumer Roja Dove, this edition uniquely captures the essence of aroma at its core. Nose: Floral, freshly sawn oak and nutty. Palate: Fruit salad, sugar and spices. Aftertaste: Long, sweet and fruity. A well-balanced whisky that finishes with subtle aromas and a harmonious aftertaste. |
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The Macallan Edition No. 4 (48.4%) Reflects the craftsmanship behind The Macallan's whisky making and shows the different maturation processes used in their casks. The box depicts The Macallan new distillery. Nose: Honey, sweet toffee and citrus. Palate: Soft fruit, nutmeg and ginger. Aftertaste: Long and warm. Finishes with a deep and complex flavor, characterized by honey and spices, which showcases the distillery's craftsmanship. |
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The Macallan Edition No. 5 (48.5%) Celebrating the whisky's natural colour, influenced solely by our oak casks, and highlighting the visual aesthetics of the spirit. Nose: Vanilla and toffee with new oak notes. Palate: Caramel, hints of orange peel. Aftertaste: Soft, sweet, with woody spice. Ends with a sweet aftertaste that highlights the whisky's natural colour and complexity. |
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The Macallan Edition No. 6 (48.6%) The final release in the series, it encapsulates the entire journey and offers a complex blend of rich flavors derived from each previous edition. Nose: Rich in fruit and spices. Palate: Chocolate, caramel and nuts. Aftertaste: Satisfactorily rich with a lingering sweetness. Ends the series on a high note with rich flavor notes of dark chocolate, spices and dried fruit. |
The Macallan Edition series, from Edition 1 to Edition 6, showcases the distillery’s skill and creativity. The series began with the rich flavour profile of Edition 1 and progressed through the complexity of Edition 2 and the harmonious balance of Edition 3. Edition 4 expressed the distillery’s craftsmanship, Edition 5 highlighted the whisky’s natural colour and the series concluded with Edition 6, delivering a full-bodied and rich experience. Each edition in this series represents a journey through flavour, craftsmanship and innovation, and together they form one of the most memorable collections in single malt whisky.
