Scotland - Speyside
Macallan Classic Cut, 2024 Release, 52.4%
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Macallan Classic Cut 2024 Release - A Harmonious Symphony of Bourbon and Sherry Casks
The Macallan Classic Cut 2024 Annual Limited Edition makes its triumphant return. Bottled at a robust 52.4%, this highly anticipated annual release is designed to guide drinkers in exploring the depth and breadth of Macallan's flavor profiles.
Basic Specifications
| Brand | Macallan |
|---|---|
| ABV | 52.4% |
| Cask Type | Ex-Bourbon & Sherry Casks Selected Oak Casks |
| Origin | Speyside, Scotland |
| Volume | 700ml |
Online tasting note for reference:
- Aroma: Rich vanilla, orchard fruits, marzipan, citrus peel, fresh-picked herbs, and sweet oak.
- Palate: Rich vanilla, baked custard, milk chocolate, sweet crisp apple, and balanced oak spices.
- Finish: Long-lasting, rich, and lingering with a sweet tail.
Product Details
The 2024 edition of Classic Cut continues the legacy of this celebrated series, a limited release where the ABV and cask proportions change every single year. This year, the Macallan whisky maker team particularly highlights the harmony between vanilla and orchard fruit notes. Bottled at an exact 52.4% ABV, the spirit delivers a full-bodied mouthfeel and rich spice character when enjoyed neat; adding a few drops of water unlocks smoother creamy sweetness and layered fruit notes, making it an absolute must-try for whisky enthusiasts.
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Read More Brand Story
Since its founding in 1824, Macallan has stood as a world-class benchmark for single malt whisky. The "Classic Cut" series has caused a sensation since its debut in 2017, built on the core philosophy of granting the whisky makers ultimate freedom to select casks that best express the seasonal flavor profile, bottled at the ideal strength to showcase its true character.
Classic Cut 2024 embodies Macallan's ultimate pursuit of wood craftsmanship. Macallan maintains the industry's most expensive wood supply chain, monitoring every step from oak growth, felling, seasoning, to cask manufacturing. The flavor core of the 2024 edition stems from the exquisite fusion of European oak sherry seasoned casks and American oak ex-bourbon casks. European oak imparts deep structure and warm spice, while American oak brings light vanilla, citrus, and rich sweet fruit notes.
At the heart of Speyside, the Macallan distillery is renowned for its uniquely small stills, ensuring the new make spirit boasts exceptional richness and weight. This Classic Cut 2024 is the culmination of a long conversation between this robust distillate and top-tier oak casks, delivering unparalleled balance and depth. Whether you are a collector or a connoisseur seeking a sensory thrill, this 2024 limited edition is a masterpiece not to be missed.
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