One of the most collectable Macallans of all time, bottled in 1996 to mark the 35th anniversary of the famous satirical magazine Private Eye.
5,000 bottles were produced in the cask, and there was a cask from 1961 in the cask. This special edition is also unique in that it features a stunning serigraph label by legendary gonzo illustrator Ralph Steadman .
"A truly classic and complex single malt from The Macallan"
Territory |
Highlands |
Culture |
Conventional |
Type |
Whiskey |
Subarea |
Speyside |
Whiskey type |
Single Malt |
Whiskey smoke |
Not smoked |
Country |
Scotland |
Plug type |
Cork |
Bottle size |
70 cl |
alcohol % |
40.00 - 43.00 |
Bottling Year |
1996
|
Number of Bottles |
5,000 |
Cask Number |
1956 |
RICH. SPICE. DRIVEN FRUIT
When matured exclusively in Oloroso sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez, Spain, Macallan transforms rich, fruity and full-bodied new make spirit into a classic single malt.
Once filled, the matured spirit remains undisturbed in the same casks for 12 years, coming together in this rich and complex whisky, characterized by spice and dried fruit and a naturally rich golden colour.
AROMA
Complex with hints of vanilla.
TASTE
Soft, medium balanced with fruit, oak and spices.