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The Macallan: Express Yourself

The Macallan, a legendary Scotch, teamed up with renowned photographer, Rankin, this past year for an incredible artistic and historic alliance that launched the beginning of The Macallan Masters of Photography Collection. The Masters of Photography website catalogs the artistic process and captures this coalition in spectacular degree. Anyone with an appreciation of The Macallan particularly, Scotch in general, art, photography, Rankin, breathtaking landscape, a beautiful woman, or history will be fascinated with this rare creativity captured within the confines of technology. 

 

The Masters of Photography is not just a photo session. Each Polaroid is consigned to a bottle of The Macallan Fine Oak 30 Years Old thus creating an exclusive artistic expression of craftsmanship and inspired originality. Rankin captured the heart and soul of The Macallan estate through the eye of a photography lens much the same way The Macallan master blenders weave artistry magnificently over time within wooden casks. One only need sample The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Years Old to realize Gordon Brown of Wine & Spirit Magazine pegged it exactly right when he called this one, "The single malt against which all others must be judged.” 

 

I actually ‘reviewed’ The Macallan once upon a time. In reality this happened to be a true gift since it opened my palate, broadened my horizons and sent my fingers walking for more information. Michael Jackson, celebrated reviewer and writer who is now deceased, aptly penned The Macallan as “The Rolls-Royce of Single Malts.” My love for The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Years Old lies within its deep caramel and vanilla tones with subtle smoke. The dried fruits blend together in pleasant harmony making this particular single malt perfect for the starter Scotch drinker or the seasoned one searching for a relaxing soother. The Macallan 12 Years Old carries with it broad appeal with character, availability and this particular aging is one of the best qualities for the price. 

 

The Macallan is as distinctive as your father. Express yourself with The Macallan. I happen to be captivated with The Masters of Photography site, but let’s be honest; The Macallan only made available 75 Masters of Photography Macallan Fine Oak 30 Years Old bottles within the United States. As of this morning my checking account didn’t really have $1,695 lying around in it either. However, that does not have to hinder creativity or stop The Macallan from becoming a Father’s Day reality. Remember, the giving spirit reaches beyond the monetary. Use The Macallan as a basis and express yourself just as Rankin reached beyond The Macallan estate with captured glimpses of history and art on film. 

 

Pick up The Macallan that speaks to you; the one that expresses a character or flavor profile you feel your father will appreciate. A few are listed below, but many more may be found on The Macallan website. Find a few photos that mean something from the heart; a memory, token of appreciation, piece of history, or old friends and family. Place the photos with the bottle of The Macallan you have specially chosen for your father. A specific notation about the photos and what makes them extraordinary and meaningful would be sublime. The most important aspect is musing over the photos with your father, toasting to the good times and then taking your father to The Masters of Photography site to show him your inspiration. 

 

Express yourself with The Macallan this Father’s Day.

 

 

 

 

Color – Rich Gold

Nose – Vanilla with a hint of ginger, dried fruits, sherry sweetness and wood smoke

Palate – Deliciously smooth, rich dried fruits and sherry, balanced with wood smoke and spice

Finish – Sweet toffee and dried fruits, with wood smoke and spice

 

Color - Light Mahogany

Nose - Dried fruits and ginger with hints of citrus, vanilla and cinnamon

Palate - Rich dried fruits, spice, clove, orange and wood smoke

Finish - Full dried fruits and sweet toffee, with a hint of ginger and wood smoke

Strength 43% Vol

 

Color – Pale Gold

Nose – Rich, exotic and aromatic, reminiscent of an orange grove

Palate – Macadamia nut and vanilla, with sandalwood and black cherry

Finish – Soft, silky and extremely elegant

Availability – 75 bespoke bottles will be available in the United States

Suggested Retail Price - $1,695