The Macallan concept No. 3

Description

Concept Number 3 is the third and final release in the Concept Series – a collection that fuses the artistry and expertise behind whisky making with creativity and culture.

Concept No. 3 is the collaboration with visionary graphic designer David Carson whose works have been exhibited in dedicated shows across the world. To bring his unique view to the design of Concept No. 3, David Carson visited The Macallan’s 485-acre Estate in Scotland’s Speyside where he spent time with The Macallan Whisky Maker Polly Logan.

The designer created unique, handmade collage designs for Concept No. 3 that celebrate the outlook and methodology he shares with The Macallan. Many of the colors used are also those found at The Macallan Estate on Scotland’s Speyside, with blue symbolizing the magical River Spey and red reflecting The Macallan’s exceptional sherry-seasoned oak casks.

The whisky itself has been created to deliver a richness from first fill sherry butts, enhanced by sweetness and freshness from ex-bourbon barrels, with balance and spice which can be attributed to the specially selected refill and virgin American Oak casks.

Each single malt within the collection is exclusively designed to create an extraordinary taste experience. Concept No. 3 delights with notes of pear, cinnamon and vanilla. The whisky colour is California Gold, inspired by Carson’s roots, and the ABV is 40.8% as it was the optimum strength for flavour and aroma, as well eight as being both Polly and David’s favourite number.

Tasting Notes:

Colour: California Gold.

Nose: Sweet fresh pear and apricot, gentle oak spice – cinnamon and ginger. Vanilla with sweet citrus.

Palate: Warming oak spice, apple, pear, vanilla with a delicate herbal influence. Full creamy mouthfeel like a pasteis de nata.

Finish: Medium sweet with pastry.