Macallan Edition No.5: A Homage to The Macallan’s Natural Colour
The Edition Series
The Macallan Edition No.5 celebrates The Macallan’s extensive natural colour spectrum. This single malt is a result of a collaboration with the Pantone Color Institute™, creating a unique shade of purple for its packaging. This color symbolizes the intricate and precise whisky-making process.
A Tribute to Natural Colour
The Macallan Edition No. 5 is a tribute to the diversity and complexity of natural colour. This single malt showcases The Macallan’s commitment to natural colour and the intricate whisky-making process. All Macallan whiskies are 100% natural in colour, shaped by the finest casks over time. This process allows the whisky to develop rich character and hues.
The Pantone Color Institute™ has crafted a bold shade of purple for this edition. This colour reflects a complex blend of red and blue, symbolizing the intricate combination of elements in whisky-making. Purple was chosen to highlight the complex process of creating The Macallan’s whisky.
The Experience
Colour
The Macallan Edition No. 5 has a beautiful “Sunlight Barley” hue, a testament to its natural origins.
Aroma
The aroma is a delightful blend of vanilla and toffee. You’ll also detect notes of oak, nutmeg, ginger, lemon basil, and pear.
Palate
On the palate, this whisky is fresh and sweet. Caramel notes transition into poached peaches and ripe pear. This is followed by a toffee sweetness and light oak spices, with hints of nutmeg and ginger.
Finish
The finish is long and sweet, leaving a lasting impression.
Marks of Distinction from the Cask
Since 1824, The Macallan has been renowned for its mastery of wood and spirit. This dedication is evident in every single malt. The exceptional oak casks are sourced, crafted, toasted, and seasoned under the guidance of the Master of Wood. These hand-picked casks meet the exacting standards of The Macallan’s Whisky Mastery Team.
The oak casks are crucial to the quality, natural colour, and distinctive aromas and flavours of The Macallan Edition No. 5. Once filled, the spirit matures undisturbed in the same casks for the necessary years. This process ensures that each bottle of The Macallan Edition No. 5 is of the highest quality.
Discover the extraordinary complexity and dedication behind The Macallan Edition No. 5, a single malt whisky that celebrates the natural beauty of colour and the artistry of whisky-making.