![]() ![]() Bottled at 51 ABV, this is a richer and more intense rendition of this famous distillery’s whisky. The expression takes its name from the third of Macallan's six pillars, known as the "finest cut," in reference to their selection of only the most superior quality spirit from their stills. The result is classic Macallan: fruity, rich and spicy, with a zing of oily orange zest, light almonds, apples, prunes, oak, gingerbread, vanilla custard, gummy fruit candies and cinnamon. This is the fifth release of the Classic Cut series, first introduced in 2017. So much so in fact, that they had to open a brand new distillery in 2018, a subterranean architectural masterpiece within the Easter Elchies estate, boasting 36 copper pot stills. While global single malt sales volume is still lead by Speyside neighbours, Glenfiddich and Glenlivet, Macallan is easily the most sought after. Classic Cut is a truly indulgent, limited annual release, single malt whisky with a unique flavor profile, never to be repeated. These remain some of the most collectible on the market. ![]() Fortuitously, this coincided with the crest of a wave of enthusiasm for the high quality releases that the distillery had licensed to Campbell, Hope & King and Gordon & MacPhail in the 1960s and 1970s. It was not until the 1980s downturn in the market that the distillery decided to focus on its single malt brand. Whiskymakers note: The third edition in the limited annual series, The Macallan Classic Cut - 2019 Edition has an ideal ABV of 52.9 to bring forth the. Matured exclusively in hand-picked sherry seasoned American and European oak casks from Jerez, Spain and then bottled to perfectly unlock its unique flavour profile, this limited release offers a special and memorable take on The Macallan. It may be hard to imagine today, but for much of the 20th century, Macallan was primarily a constituent malt in blends. The first in a new series of annual releases, The Macallan Classic Cut has been created to reveal a unique character and timeless spirit.
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