The Macallan - 52 Years - 2018 Release

The Macallan 52 Years Old 2018 Release represents the pinnacle of The Macallan's dedication to time, craftsmanship and the mastery of oak. Distilled in 1966 and matured for more than five decades at The Macallan Estate near Craigellachie in Speyside, Scotland, this exceptional single malt was drawn from a single first fill European oak sherry seasoned cask from Spain.

Released in 2018 as one of only 250 individually numbered bottles, it embodies the remarkable depth and complexity that can only be achieved through generations of patient maturation. Presented in a handcrafted solid oak case inspired by The Macallan's iconic triangular roofline, this rare expression is a celebration of rarity, provenance and whisky-making heritage.

On the nose, it reveals rich aromas of cherry, dark chocolate and antique oak, complemented by delicate orange blossom and subtle hints of peat smoke. On the palate, layers of orchard fruits, dark chocolate fondant, cinnamon and ginger unfold with remarkable depth, balanced by elegant oak spices and a refined complexity developed over decades of maturation. The finish is long and graceful, carrying notes of sweet oak, cherry, blackcurrant and gentle floral peat into a beautifully lingering conclusion.

Producer: The Macallan
Spirit: 52 Years Old 2018 Release
Cask: First Fill European Oak Sherry Seasoned Cask
Region: Speyside
Country: Scotland
ABV: 48%
Volume: 700 ML
Type: Single Malt Whisky