There’s two episodes of the Good Dram Show this week! Here’s the first youtu.be/seUy2rvFAYM part 2 of my look at Annandale Distillery featuring the peated Man O’ Swords range.
THE MACALLAN AND BENTLEY MOTORS UNVEIL PROTOTYPE FOR THE MACALLAN HORIZON: WHERE PURPOSE MEETS INNOVATION, CRAFTSMANSHIP AND BEAUTY
Unique concept of first product collaboration is revealed
The Macallan, together with its luxury automotive partner Bentley Motors, has revealed the remarkable vision and design of The Macallan Horizon, the inspirational and highly innovative limited edition single malt whisky in development by the brands.
The prototype of The Macallan Horizon, which will be available as a whisky product from summer 2023, fuses both traditional craftsmanship and innovative materials, with cutting edge technology to create an exclusive horizontal design. It was visualised following extensive collaboration between The Macallan and Bentley Motors.
In homage to The Macallan’s acclaimed Six Pillars – the foundation stones of the brand that account for its distinctive single malt whiskies – The Macallan Horizon concept product incorporates six unique upcycled, repurposed or ethically sourced materials which are integral to The Macallan and Bentley Motors.
Among them are recycled copper from the disused curiously small spirit stills which were located within The Macallan’s former Distillery; aluminium recovered from the Bentley Motors manufacturing process; recycled wood; recyclable glass and carbon neutral leather, locally sourced and also used in the recently unveiled Bentley Mulliner grand tourer.
The final component is the very special single malt whisky being created for The Macallan Horizon. The Macallan Master Whisky Maker Kirsteen Campbell developed the flavour profile for the whisky following a visit to Bentley Motors in Crewe, where she observed first hand their shared passion for creativity, craftsmanship and innovation.
Together, the six key materials, the majority of which have been sourced and produced locally in Scotland and the UK, form a unique concept that defies the traditional vertical aesthetic of a whisky bottle and reflects the horizontal trajectory of the automotive world, pushing the boundaries and the art of the possible.
The visionary design also features a glass bottle with an extraordinary 180-degree twist, representing the mastery of space and time achieved by The Macallan and Bentley Motors in creating the prototype, which has no standing base.
Jaume Ferras, Global Creative Director for The Macallan, comments: “Taking inspiration from the automotive industry, we are showcasing our creative vision and concept development of The Macallan Horizon, which is among the most unique projects we have embarked on in our almost 200-year history.
“Our collaboration with Bentley Motors and the knowledge exchange we have undertaken as a result has inspired us to see things very differently. In the spirits world, everything is upright, such as our stills and our bottles. When we looked at the horizontal direction pursued by Bentley Motors as part of the automotive industry, it made us consider if and how we could adapt this format for whisky, which ultimately requires to be poured.
“I am incredibly proud of the beautiful design we have created together for The Macallan Horizon and the unique materials we are incorporating. It simply would not be possible without the incomparable craftsmanship and creativity for which The Macallan and Bentley Motors are renowned and is the embodiment of the uncompromised excellence pursued by The Macallan since 1824.”
Bentley’s Product and Lifestyle Design Manager, Chris Cooke, comments: “Our prototype for The Macallan Horizon is truly pioneering in both its design and use of materials. It’s a fusion of the sharply defined yet curvaceous Bentley design DNA, The Macallan’s innovation and recycled materials from both iconic British brands. The form of the design has allowed us to almost treat light as another material in itself, and the interplay between light and the wood, aluminium and copper materials is extraordinary. In being both an object of beauty in itself and demonstrating such innovation, it’s a representation of what’s coming next from our partnership.”
The Macallan and Bentley Motors launched their global brand partnership in July 2021. United by a dedication to craftsmanship, creativity, innovation and sustainability, both brands have committed to share learnings from their respective industries while continuing to pursue the uncompromised excellence for which they are renowned.
Information regarding pricing and availability of The Macallan Horizon single malt whisky will be shared closer to its release on www.themacallan.com and www.bentleymotors.com
Crafted without compromise. Please savour The Macallan responsibly. Do not drink and drive.
About The Macallan
Founded in 1824 on a plateau above the River Spey in north-east Scotland, The Macallan is renowned globally for its incomparable craftsmanship, creativity and innovation with each bottle of single malt whisky revealing its unique mastery of wood and spirit.
Social and environmental sustainability is at the heart of The Macallan, and as part of its commitment to establishing a positive legacy it revealed its award-winning new Distillery in 2018. Designed by internationally acclaimed architects, the building takes inspiration from the surrounding ancient Scottish hills and is located on The Macallan’s beautiful 485-acre Estate. To this day, the single greatest influence on The Macallan’s sought after portfolio of single malts is its sherry seasoned oak casks from which its whiskies derive their distinctive flavours, aromas and natural colour.
Crafted without compromise. Please savour The Macallan responsibly.
About Bentley Motors
Bentley Motors is the most sought-after luxury car brand in the world. The company’s headquarters in Crewe is home to all of its operations including design, R&D, engineering, and production of the company’s five model lines: Continental GT, Continental GTC, Flying Spur, Bentayga and Bentayga EWB. The combination of fine craftsmanship, using skills that have been handed down through generations, alongside engineering expertise and cutting-edge technology is unique to UK luxury car brands such as Bentley. It is also an example of high-value British manufacturing at its best. Bentley employs around 4,000 people at Crewe.
MACALLAN – XOP BLACK
31 YEAR OLD
70cl | 42.3% ABV
This Single Malt from the Macallan distillery has spent 31 years maturing in a single Sherry Hogshead. Bottled at natural cask strength, only 174 bottles exist globally. This exceptional bottling is rich and complex, with notes of caramel cream and barley sugar.
£3,648.95
BOWMORE
25 YEAR OLD
70cl | 51% ABV
Only 194 bottles are available of this 25 year old Single Malt. Distilled in June 1996 at Bowmore, the spirit enjoyed a lengthy maturation in a single hogshead cask. As to be expected, the Whisky delivers Islay in a bottle – seaweed, charred oak and streaky bacon.
£549.95
CAOL ILA
40 YEAR OLD
70cl | 54.6% ABV
This Single Malt from Caol Ila has spent 40 long years maturing in a single refill hogshead; bottled in June 2021, only 206 bottles exist globally. On the nose there is the expected oceanic west coast of Scotland character, with enticing yet subtle phenols to follow.
£1,749.95
CAMBUS (SILENT)
45 YEAR OLD
70cl | 49.1% ABV
This Single Grain Whisky hails from the now silent Cambus Distillery. It was laid down in a single refill hogshead cask in 1976, patiently maturing for 45 years. This Whisky is fulsome and creamy, there is an abundance of vanilla, maraschino cherry and honey.
£409.95
GLENBURGIE
40 YEAR OLD
70cl | 40.8% ABV
This Glenburgie has been aged with exceptional patience. Allowed to develop a unique character for 40 years in a single cask (#15090, to be precise), this Single Malt immediately delivers a sweet malty character, alongside chocolate shavings and ripe apricots.
£819.95
BRAEVAL
30 YEAR OLD
70cl | 50.2% ABV
Bottled at natural cask strength (of which only 230 bottlings were produced), this Single Malt from Braeval was matured in a single refill barrel for 30 years. This is a smooth and rich expression – expect notes of barley, boiled sweets and tangerines.
£499.95
Love American whiskey? Treat yourself to a hard-to-find treasure from one of the biggest names in bourbon for insight into blending techniques and flavour profiles of years gone by. Get started with some of the latest rare discontinued American whiskeys we’ve discovered.
From a litre bottle of Maker’s Mark with a message of ‘Get out and vote!’ produced for the US elections to a 2019 bottling of George T Stagg bourbon from Buffalo Trace distillery. Or start exploring and find a favourite from our entire American whiskey collection…
Elements of Islay Sherry Cask
Islay single malt from a south coast distillery brings flavours of dried fruits and dark chocolate, while a distillery on the north coast contributes notes of lemon oil and Arbroath smokie. Elements of Islay Sherry Cask is part of the new core range trilogy alongside Cask Edit and Bourbon Cask. It is matured in first fill and refill Sherry butts and hogsheads and is bottled at a higher strength of 54.5% to fully showcase the whisky’s natural personality.
Islay single malt from a south coast distillery brings flavours of dried fruits and dark chocolate, while a distillery on the north coast contributes notes of lemon oil and Arbroath smokie.
Tasting notes:
Nose: The lingering scent of tobacco remains in an empty sandalwood cigar box. Arbroath smokie sits alongside aromatic notes of lemon oil, ginger root and a hint of menthol.
Palate: Rich and unctuous. Dark-chocolate-dipped candied orange slices and chunks of crystalised stem ginger. Muscovado sugar syrup provides a sticky, dark drizzle over date-studded ginger cake. Sweet smoke and dried autumn fruits sit in the background.
Finish: Treacle toffee and smoky black tea, sweetened by dark brown sugar. A long, sweet, rich and spicy finish.
Only £65.00
All aboard…with our September Gathering get-togethers on the horizon, get ready to submerge your senses in adventure and celebrate our wonderfully unique whisky club. This September we’re bringing our members ALL TOGETHER NOW to share their passion for all things Society.
Get involved by joining us online, at our special programme of tastings and events or at our Members’ Rooms and Partner Bars. Discover more over on our website OR keep on scrolling for our sharing suggestions. Bringing a tsunami of umami, these treats should be savoured with like-minded friends – buy now ahead of the Gathering…
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, The Vaults, 87 Giles Street, Leith EH6 6BZ
Contact: sales@smws.com or call 0131 555 2929 (Mon-Fri 9am-4.45pm). Visit the Society at here for membership information
This is your chance to join and to take advantage of their great offers!
Spot the SMWS bottles in this amusing You Tube video
Edrington, the international premium spirits company, has joined the Carbon Disclosure Project
Following on from the announcement of the company’s commitment to reach Net Zero by 2045, Edrington has joined the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), a recognised gold standard of environmental reporting which supports businesses, cities, regions and countries to disclose and manage their environmental impacts.
This commitment to annual public disclosure through CDP will play an important role in helping Edrington and our partners and suppliers to reach Net Zero by 2045.
CDP is fully aligned with the TCFD recommendations.
August 2022 Auction // 26 August – 5 September
A warm welcome to our August Auction. Featuring over 8,500 rare whiskies and fine spirits, this is a unique opportunity to bid on some of the world’s most sought-after bottles.
We have legendary bottlings from Springbank including each release from the famed Millennium Collection, a selection of high age-statement bottlings including the Mortlach 75 Year Old from G&M and the 55 Year Old Six Pillars release from The Macallan, plus an array of independent bottlings from Samaroli and the Whisky Agency (among many others!).
Also featured this month are three exceptional casks of whisky, with a particular highlight being a single hogshead #5486 from Jura distillery, distilled in 1992 and maturing as we speak at Whiskybroker’s bonded warehouse.
Wire Works Charity Auction: Whisky Auctioneer is delighted to partner with White Peak distillery to auction the first 12 individually-numbered bottles of Wire Works Whisky – Derbyshire’s first ever single malt – with all proceeds being donated to charity, discover more below!
Browse some of our curated highlights below and add to your collection.
Whisky Auctioneer is delighted to partner with White Peak distillery to auction bottles #1-12 of their innaugural Wire Works release in aid of Derbyshire Charities.
Read our exclusive interview with Claire Vaughan, Co-Founder of White Peak.
The bottles will be offered exclusively through our August Auction from 26 August – 5 September with all proceeds, including Whisky Auctioneer’s buyer’s commission, donated to two Derbyshire charities: the Derbyshire Wildlife Trust and the Peak District National Park Foundation.
Browse these exclusive lots in our August auction.
Mortlach 1939 75 Year Old from Gordon & MacPhail’s Generation Series
Springbank Millennium Collection 25–50 Year Old Vertical
Still in Oak // Exclusively at Whisky Auctioneer
Our August Auction features three incredible casks of whisky from three distilleries spanning the Highland and Island regions. This is an exceptional opportunity to own your own cask of single malt whisky. Featured are:
– Glen Garioch 2011 Bourbon Barrel #2756
– Orkney Single Malt 2008 Single Refill Butt #2
Browse casks featured in our August Auction now.
Japan’s Finest – Yamazaki Single Casks
Iconic Bottlings by Silvano Samaroli
Glenfiddich Private Vintage – Distilled in 1955
+8,500 lots to browse in our July Auction now.
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Kentucky Bourbon Benefits Top $1 Million
For Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief
FRANKFORT, Ky. – With two days left to go, the Kentucky Bourbon Benefit online auction of rare and vintage bottles, exclusive private barrel selections and unique tourism and tasting offerings today topped its initial goal of $1 million.
“The tremendous outpouring of support from Bourbon distilleries, fans and enthusiasts is a humbling example of how our signature industry gives back to fellow Kentuckians and local communities,” said Eric Gregory, president of the non-profit Kentucky Distillers’ Association.
“These funds will go a long way in helping our neighbors in Eastern Kentucky rebuild their lives, homes and businesses,” he said. “With more than 500 lots, including several ‘Buy It Now’ bottles, there’s something for every budget. We hope everyone digs deep and bids often.”
The 10-day online auction runs until 11 p.m. EST on Sunday, Aug. 21.
Go to www.kybourbonbenefit.com to view auction items and bid.
The auction is sponsored and coordinated by the KDA, the Bourbon Crusaders charitable organization and Bourbon curator Fred Minnick. Westport Whiskey & Wine in Louisville is coordinating collection and distribution of donated items.
All proceeds will go directly to the state’s official Team Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief Fund to assist those impacted by flooding. The website to learn more or make a donation is https://secure.kentucky.gov/FormServices/Finance/EKYFloodRelief.
“It’s thrilling to be a part of the Bourbon community that comes together to help the folks in Eastern Kentucky,” said Brian Haara with the Bourbon Crusaders. “We’re humbled by the support that donors and bidders have shown for the Kentucky Bourbon Benefit and are excited that we have raised over $1 million for flood relief.”
Minnick highlighted how integral the Bourbon industry is to both the Commonwealth’s storied history and current vibrancy.
“Born from the toil and grit of Kentuckians, Bourbon is run by people who deeply care about its home state. And its fans, ranging all over the world, look at Kentucky as the homeland for America’s Spirit. So, when disaster strikes here, distillers, collectors and fans unite to help,” Minnick said.
“This $1 million raised for Eastern Kentucky flood victims is a testament to their unyielding belief in our great Commonwealth, its people and the desire to help our neighbors rebuild. But we all know there’s more work to be done, and the Bourbon community will be here for it.”
Kentucky distillers also are sending tanker trucks and totes of fresh, potable water to Eastern Kentucky, along with contributing thousands of dollars to organizations and relief funds involved in the cleanup and recovery efforts.
Chris Zaborowski, owner of Westport Whiskey & Wine, said the auction demonstrates the entire industry’s commitment to the people of the Commonwealth.
“One million dollars in one week is great! It is my hope that we can double it in the remaining hours as everyone scrambles to ensure their bid wins,” Zaborowski said. “The Bourbon community has the opportunity to show, once again, how proud we are all to be Kentuckians, and that helping our Eastern Kentucky neighbors exemplifies that when we stand united, no one falls.”
Gregory, of the KDA, said it’s an honor and obligation to step up and help fellow Kentuckians in times of need and assistance.
“Kentucky Bourbon’s roots run through the bedrock of both of our state’s agricultural and industrial sectors, and we proudly maintain more than 22,500 jobs, attract 1.5 million tourism visits annually and bring economic vibrancy to communities and cities across the state,” Gregory said.
“As a signature industry deeply intertwined in our state, it is important and entirely fitting that we give back. Thank you to everyone who is helping in the recovery and rebuilding efforts, and please continue praying for our beloved Commonwealth and its people.”
About the Kentucky Distillers’ Association
Founded in 1880, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association is the historic voice for Kentucky’s signature Bourbon and distilled spirits industry. Its diverse and growing membership produces 90% of the world’s Bourbon, from legendary, global brands to emerging micro distilleries that are fostering the next generation of the Commonwealth’s timeless craft and treasured economic engine. Member benefits include media relations, international trade development, private sampling events, technical assistance, economic development support, networking, legal defense, marketing strategies, governmental and regulatory advocacy and innovative tourism experiences through the KDA’s world-famous Kentucky Bourbon Trail® and Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour® adventures. The KDA maintains an open membership policy, champions a strong commitment to the responsible and moderate consumption of spirits, and fights to curb underage drinking and drunk driving. Learn more at www.kybourbon.com and www.kybourbontrail.com.
KENTUCKY BOURBON TRAIL®, KENTUCKY BOURBON TRAIL CRAFT TOUR®, KENTUCKY BOURBON AFFAIR™, KBT™, and BOURBON TRAIL™ are trademarks/service marks of the Kentucky Distillers’ Association. Please savor our Bourbon and distilled spirits like a true Kentuckian – Responsibly.
About the Bourbon Crusaders
The Bourbon Crusaders are focused on leveraging our collective passion for Bourbon for a range of charitable purposes. Our 30 members represent a vast array of backgrounds, geographical locations, skills and relationships in the whiskey universe. Working together, alongside the generosity of our industry partners, we are honored to have our name associated with some of the most successful and memorable Kentucky charity events in recent history.
Thanks to our annual distillery partners, the greater Bourbon industry, philanthropic individuals, and the amazing attendees of our events, since 2016 we have raised almost $4,500,000 for a variety of charities. Each of our lead partners trusted this small group in the name of doing good, and we are eternally grateful for those opportunities. Thanks to these special people for sharing our vision, we are able to continue raising money for those in need well into the future.
About Fred Minnick
Minnick continuously revives the age-old traditions and cultures of Bourbon and spirits through his media empire which includes the Bourbon Pursuit Podcast, DASH Radio’s “Minnick Minute” show and his Hermes Creative Awards Platinum-winning Podcast The Fred Minnick Show (PodcastOne), which features interviews with musicians, athletes and other celebrities including Peyton Manning, Ludacris, Lindsay Ell, Terry Bradshaw, Ashley McBryde and more. Minnick, a Louisville, KY-based father of two, is also an avid music fan, curating his annual Bourbon and Beyond festival which has welcomed acts like Lynn Kravitz, John Mayer and Stevie Nicks to its stages. He has authored several books including Wall Street Journal best-seller Bourbon Curious.
About Westport Whiskey & Wine
Officially opened on June 12, 2008, in Westport Village, Westport Whiskey & Wine is the ultimate local choice for hard-to-find wines, the finest whiskies, the best selection of tequila, and an excellent collection of craft and imported beers. This retail experience is one that allows you to taste and learn through many tastings with winemakers, master distillers and fellow enthusiasts because it has both a bar and a retail package license. With an inventory of more than 1,400 wines and a premium selection of spirits, the focus is on helping customers explore and appreciate wines and spirits from around the world at many different price points.
