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Macallan 1940 The Reach 81 Year Old

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2022
41.6%
70cl
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Single Cask

When released in February 2022, this eye-catching edition from Macallan became the distillery's oldest official age-statement. Titled The Reach, the whisky was distilled in 1940 during the early days of the second world war and has seen a lengthy maturation period of 81 years in a single sherry-seasoned cask. 

As you would expect, the presentation showcases the highest quality of Scottish craftsmanship. The mouth-blown glass decanter is displayed on a weighty plinth which was created by Scottish sculptor, Saskia Robinson. This artwork features three bronze hands which are a tribute to the three people who helped to create the whisky. These include Master Whisky Maker, Kirsteen Campbell, Allan Shiach who is the grandson of Dr. Allan Shiach who ran the distillery in 1940, and the distillery workers of the 1940s themselves.

The decanter and sculpture were originally housed in a well-crafted cabinet made with wood from a fallen elm tree. This tree is thought to have been on the Macallan Estate in 1940. A beautifully presented book that details the release was also included.

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Distillery
Distillery status
Operational
Age
81 year old
Vintage
1940
Production Type
Single malt
Cask type
Sherry cask
Region
Speyside
Brand
Bottle count
288

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