Macallan Night On Earth In Scotland
THE EXPERIENCE
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COLOUR
Warm Ember -
AROMA
Vanilla, butter rich, baked apple, baking biscuits, plum and almond -
PALATE
Soft velvety sweetness reminiscent of shortbread with a rich mouth coating, vanilla sweetness, with lightly toasted marshmallow, dried oranges, fig and cinnamon -
FINISH
Medium finish with sweet butterscotch and freshly baked biscuits -
ABV
40%
THE GIFT
This release is about a special time of year and the vibrant, playful design of the packaging reflects the joyous celebratory nature of the occasion. The unique, multi-layered gift box showcases Erica Dorn’s bespoke abstract designs and the packaging’s colour palette also expresses the Hogmanay story.
Red is a colour synonymous with our history and heritage. This is the outside colour and represents fire, created by the coal traditionally gifted during the Scottish custom of first footing, as well as providing connotations of good fortune, success, happiness and vitality.
Upon opening the gift box you discover a blue interior, representing the night skies of Hogmanay (New Year’s Eve) and the blue from the national flag of Scotland, the Saltire.
As the presentation box is opened, the bottle is surrounded by rich amber colours, shining like opening a chest of gold. This represents the Scottish shortbread, a rich, sweet biscuit consumed at Hogmanay, which is also present in the whisky notes.
"Crafting A Night On Earth In Scotland has been an extremely personal experience for me, which took me back to growing up in our family home in Speyside, just across the river from The Macallan Estate."
Sarah Burgess
THE MACALLAN THE HARMONY COLLECTION RICH CACAO
SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION
In homage to its chocolate influence, The Macallan Harmony Collection Rich Cacao is presented in a 100% recyclable gift box, made using discarded husks from cacao pods.
A by-product in the chocolate-making process, these husks would have been sent to landfill or destroyed but have now been reborn with a renewed purpose.
Sustainable packaging
FRONT AND BACK LABEL
Made from 15% organic cacao shell, 40% post-consumer waste, 45% FSC virgin fibre.
SHOULDER LABEL
Made from virgin fibre 100% - FSC certified.
OUTER BOX WRAP
15% organic cacao shell, 1% Miscantheses (to provide texture), 40% post-consumer waste, 44% virgin fibre.
BOX RIBBON
The ribbon is made from 81% virgin wood pulp (necessary for strength/durability), 12.5% ink, 6% bonding agents. The wood pulp is FSC certified and is virgin material.
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Shinobu 10 Years Old
SHINOBU" means “forbearance” in Japanese, symbolizing the spirit of a samurai, like making great spirits which takes time, patience and persistence.
SHINOBU Pure Malt Whisky 10 Year Old Mizunara Japanese Oak Finish. TASTING NOTES Fresh wood barrel dominates the spirit with a touch of vanilla and flowers that bring to breath of nectar; Maltose, a little bit tones of fruits citrus, Mizunara oak, coffee beans; Medium, woody, back to sweet aftertaste of maltose. The flavor from alcohol is not that strong, compared to its labeled year, which tastes smooth and easy to drink.
Shinobu Pure Malt
"SHINOBU" means “forbearance” in Japanese, symbolizing the spirit of a samurai, like making great spirits which takes time, patience and persistence.
SHINOBU Pure Malt Mizunara Oak Finish TASTING NOTES Telltale aromas of candied orange peel, toffee, sweet smoke, and toasted hazelnuts are augmented by distinctive herbal tea and spice notes. The palate is surprisingly mellow, with more fruit-forward characteristics bolstered by pepper and spice on the finish.
Akashi Red Oak
Akashi Red Blended Malt & Grain is a blended whisky reserved in Japanese Shochu cask (American Oak) for 3 years, aged in ex-bourbon casks before finishing in ex-sherry casks for 2 years.
Akashi Red Oak Blended Whisky
TASTING NOTES
Nose- Herbs and pine. Hints of white grape, lemon, yellow apple and angelica fruits. Dry oak, with lavender and floral undertones
Palate- Rich malt with vanilla and grapes. Pine, oak and floral notes accompany a slightly bitter citrus peel
Finish- Oak and warming wood spices with a touch of vanilla
Jameson Black Barrel irish whisky
JAMESON Black Barrel is an Irish Whiskey elaborated with a triple distilled, twice charred, for a rich smooth taste.
TASTING NOTES Aroma- Soft barrel-char aromas, along with sweet barley and cereal Palate- Very soft and smooth. Subtle spiciness and barrel char comes through, along with fresh fruitiness Finish- Smooth and balanced
Dewar’s 15 Years Old
A 15 year old blended Scotch whisky expression from Dewer's. An intriguing step-up from the classic blend, well worth a look if you're a Dewer's devotee.
TASTING NOTES Aroma- A good balance of Sherried spices, nutty elements and apple skin. Palate- Oily walnut leading into fresh malt and sultanas. Chewy vanilla toffee. Finish- More sweet dried fruit notes with touch of grassiness.
(P) Togouchi Japanese Whisky 15 Years Old
The 15-year-old version of Togouchi's blended whisky. A combination of whiskies from Canada and Scotland, which are blended together and aged in a Japanese railway tunnel. Nutty, chocolatey and spicy.
TASTING NOTESNose- Soft pastry dusted with cinnamon, pear and hints of dried earth.
Palate- Nutty malt complemented by milk chocolate, joined by a helping of caraway.
Finish- Peppercorn, vanilla and a lingering peatiness.
(P) Togouchi Japanese Blended Whisky 8 Years Old
Togouchi 8 Years is a limited release whisky that has been aged and stored for a minimum of 8 years in sherry oak casks, and is a blend of Scottish malts with Canadian grain.
TASTING NOTES Nose- Citrus, peaty, fresh grass, banana, pears, nuts. Taste- Crisp, clean, honey notes, almonds, cocao nibs, buttered popcorn. Finish- Medium. Oak, vanilla finish.
