Macallan Lumina Single Malt Whisky
The Macallan was one of the first distillers in Scotland to be legally licensed. Since then, Macallan has built a reputation as one of the world’s leading single malt whiskies. The creation of The Macallan draws on the vital contributing influences of Spain, North America and Scotland – and of their respective natural raw materials, combined with traditional methods and craftsmanship.
The Macallan distillery was founded by Alexander Reid, a barley farmer and school teacher. The original name of the area was “Maghellan”, taken from the Gaelic word “magh”, meaning fertile ground and “Ellan”, from the Monk St.Fillan – who held a close association with the church that stood in the grounds of The Macallan Estate until 1400. Farmers had been making whisky on their Speyside farms in the area for centuries, using their surplus barley during the quieter winter months.
The Macallan Lumina embraces the direction of the journey where old and new worlds combine over 15,000 miles to find three exact cask types.
European and American sherry seasoned oak casks are combined with hogsheads casks to create a spirit that is grounded in the old world, but inspired by the new. Characterised by its bold flavours with notes of creamy vanilla, ginger and wood spice, this is a single malt whisky that renews the quest for excellence.
A travel retail exclusive Macallan in a 700ml bottle.
Nose: Citrus fruits, open softly. Apple and pear lead to lemon zest, toffee and oak.
Taste: Wood spices and ginger soften to fresh apples, sweet vanilla and soft oak tones.
Finish: Good length. Warming fruit and spices. Soft and dry.
