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The Macallan - Amber
Price
€225.70 ex. VAT
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Tasting notes
The Macallan Amber forms part of our 1824 Series which exemplifies our commitment to 100% natural colour, present in each and every Macallan single malt. The colour of each expression becomes richer as the range progresses and its flavours become more intense. Amber colour. A nose that is polite, almost apologetic at first, with a floral, citrus sweet nose that gains presence, commanding a chorus of vanilla notes over freshly harvested grain. Raisin, sultana and cinnamon look on as toffee apples and candy floss step into the limelight. Fresh green apples and lemons mingle with cinnamon on the palate. Ginger notes hover as fruit takes over, with subtle oak lingering in the wings. Light to medium finish with soft fruits and cereal, slightly dry.
More information
Provenance
- Type
- Whisky
- Producer
- The Macallan
- Country
- Scotland
- Region
- Speyside
- Style
- Single Malt
Technical
- Vintage
- Grapes
- ABV
- 40%
- Size
- 70cl
- Ageing
- Serving
- 18° - 20° C
- Drinking window
Key characteristics
About this whisky
Macallan is a renowned Scottish distillery that has been producing some of the world's finest single malt whiskies since 1824. The Macallan Amber is a part of their 1824 series, which is a range of whiskies that are named after the natural colour of the whisky. The Amber is a rich and complex whisky that is matured in sherry casks, giving it a deep amber colour and a rich, fruity flavour.
The Macallan Amber is made using only the finest ingredients, including locally sourced barley and pure Scottish water. The barley is malted on site, allowing the distillery to have complete control over the quality of the malt. The whisky is then distilled in copper stills, designed to produce a spirit that is rich and full-bodied.
Once the whisky has been distilled, it is matured in sherry casks that have been seasoned with Oloroso sherry. The casks are carefully selected to ensure that they are of the highest quality, and they are stored in the distillery's warehouses for a minimum of 12 years. During this time, the whisky absorbs the rich, fruity flavours of the sherry, giving it a unique character and depth of flavour.
The Macallan Amber is a whisky that is best enjoyed neat or with a drop of water. It has a rich, fruity aroma that is reminiscent of dried fruits, citrus, and vanilla. On the palate, it is smooth and complex, with notes of honey, spice, and oak. The finish is long and warming, with a hint of smoke and a touch of sweetness.
Overall, the Macallan Amber is a superb whisky that is a testament to the distillery's commitment to quality and craftsmanship. It is a whisky that is sure to impress even the most discerning of whisky drinkers, and it is a must-try for anyone who appreciates a good single malt whisky.


Macallan Amber Manhattan
Macallan Amber Manhattan is a stirred cocktail made with The Macallan - Amber, served in a coupe.
- Method
- Stirred
- Glass
- Coupe
- Ice
- Cubes
- Garnish
- Orange twist, expressed over the surface of the drink
Ingredients
- 60 ml The Macallan - Amber
- 20 ml Sweet Vermouth
- 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
- 1 dash Orange Bitters
Method
- Fill a mixing glass with ice.
- Add The Macallan - Amber, Sweet Vermouth, Angostura Bitters, and Orange Bitters.
- Stir gently until well-chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Serve
Coupe glass, garnish with a single orange twist, expressed over the surface of the drink.
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