The Macallan Rare Cask 2020 Release A Rare and Special Discovery

The Macallan has launched Rare Cask 2020 Release – a single malt whisky which reveals the remarkable art and science of the Whisky Maker in selecting unique oak casks that exhibit a distinctive and complex flavour profile.

Rare Cask is crafted from the finest and rarest sherry seasoned oak casks, unearthed by The Macallan Whisky Mastery Team using their knowledge, skill, passion, and creativity in their quest to seek out the extraordinary.

A rare and special discovery, these hand-picked casks of The Macallan feature a deep ruby mahogany colour and display an intense sweet raisin note, coupled with a rich, velvety smooth mouthfeel and complexity to provide an indulgent and highly sensory whisky experience. They were curated for maturation by The Macallan Master of Wood and delivered to the exacting specifications of The Macallan Whisky Mastery Team to create Rare Cask. This luxurious expression highlights the magic and science in The Macallan’s intricate whisky making process, as the whisky maker identifies the exceptional oak casks which impart the intense and highly complex flavour profile.

Soft aromas of vanilla with rich raisin lead the journey of discovery into this single malt whisky, followed by a sweet fusion of fresh apple, lemon and orange. Intense sweet raisin flavours dominate the palate, before giving way to vanilla and dark chocolate, with layers of light citrus zest. The finish is long, rich and velvety to offer a decadent whisky experience that will leave a lasting impression.

Sarah Burgess, Lead Whisky Maker, The Macallan, said: “Every oak cask of single malt whisky maturing at The Macallan Estate has its own personality, with little differences that make them unique. Usually these differences are subtle, but occasionally the whisky is more distinct, and from time to time The Macallan Whisky Mastery Team discovers casks maturing in our warehouses which stand out from the others in a very particular way.

“These precious sherry seasoned oak casks with their intense sweet raisin note are what makes The Macallan Rare Cask such a special discovery. This multifaceted whisky has a complex flavour profile and an indulgent and rich velvety mouthfeel, synonymous with The Macallan’s signature taste, to offer a truly sensory experience.”

The Macallan is dedicated to creating and collecting the finest oak casks in the world to mature its single malt whisky as it is the oak which is the single greatest contributor to the quality, natural colour and distinctive aromas and flavours at the heart of the brand.

The Macallan Rare Cask 2020 Release is housed within an exquisite presentation box featuring deep reds and subtly incorporating the wood grain to honour the incredible cask story. A lighter background inside the pack emphasises the natural colour of the ruby mahogany whisky and the pack is encased within a premium gift box, featuring a gold badge highlighting the Rare Cask name.

A limited annual release, Rare Cask 2020 Release has an RRSP of USD320/GBP240 and will launch worldwide in June 2020.

For further information, visit www.themacallan.com.

Whisky Maker’s Notes:
ABV: 43%
Colour: Ruby Mahogany
Nose: Soft notes of vanilla with rich raisin, followed by a sweet fusion of fresh apple, lemon and orange
Palate: An intense sweet raisin dominates before giving way to vanilla and dark chocolate, with layers of light citrus zest Finish: Long, rich and velvety

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