The art of cocktail crafting is as rich and intricate as the spirits it celebrates. When it comes to whisky, few names are as synonymous with heritage and craftsmanship as The Macallan. With a legacy spanning nearly two centuries, the distillery has remained defined by its commitment to exceptional oak casks, sherry seasoning and mastery, a character that lends itself as effortlessly to warmer moments as it does to more classic settings.
The Macallan presents a refined selection of serves that explore a more contemporary expression of the whisky. Featuring three timeless collections – Sherry Oak Collection, Double Cask Collection and the Colour Collection, each serve is crafted to showcase the individual character of the whisky, reimagined through seasonal ingredients and refined summer serves.
The Macallan Meridian
The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old
A composed interpretation of a classic Old Fashioned, the Meridian brings together citrus brightness and gentle salinity, reflecting the balance of European and American oak
Ingredients
- 50 ml The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old
- 10 ml Valdespino Manzanilla Deliciosa
- 20 ml Orange syrup
Method
Stir all ingredients with ice until well chilled. Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice sphere. Garnish with an orange peel, expressed.
Pairing
Celeriac salad with caviar, citrus curd and apple, finished with maple syrup
The Macallan Shadow
The Macallan Double Cask 18 Years Old
An interactive, slow-evolving serve that reflects the influence of sherry seasoning. As the elements combine, the whisky reveals notes of dried fruit and gentle spice.
Ingredients
- 30 ml The Macallan Double Cask 18 Years Old
- 10 ml Valdespino Vermouth
Method
Pour the whisky into a highball glass. Place a half-sphere of smashed ice on top and drizzle the vermouth over it. Gently break the ice to allow the flavours to integrate.
Pairing
Duck ham with dried apricot hoisin, peach and vanilla purée, and candied ginger.
The Macallan Robur
The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Years Old
Defined by its rich natural colour, Robur draws on the depth of sherry-seasoned European oak, with a delicate infusion of hibiscus lending a deep red hue, layered aromatics and a lengthened finish.
Ingredients
- 50 ml The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Years Old
- 5 ml Valdespino Pedro Ximénez El Candado
- 30 ml freshly infused spices
- Ginger ale
Method
Prepare the infusion using rooibos vanilla, Sichuan pepper, fennel seed and cardamom in hot water, finishing with hibiscus. Combine the infusion with whisky and PX in a glass over ice. Top with ginger ale and garnish with an orange twist.
Pairing
Mushroom soufflé with sweet potato and vanilla mash, served with a mushroom salad
The Macallan Alba
The Macallan Colour Collection 12 Years Old
A citrus-led serve with a refined texture, Alba balances freshness with the underlying sweetness of American oak, finishing clean and precise.
Ingredients
- 50 ml The Macallan Colour Collection 12 Years Old
- 15 ml Vanilla syrup
- 20 ml Lemon juice
- 10 ml Egg white
Method
Shake all ingredients with ice and double strain into a coupe glass. Finish with a few drops of Valdespino sherry vinegar.
Pairing
White garlic gazpacho
The Macallan Solero
The Macallan Colour Collection 15 Years Old
Inspired by the warmth of midday sun, Solero highlights stone fruit character, complemented by the coastal influence of Manzanilla.
Ingredients
- 1/4 tinned peach
- 10 ml syrup
- 15 ml Valdespino Manzanilla Deliciosa
- 50 ml The Macallan Colour Collection 15 Years Old
Method
Muddle the peach with syrup. Add Manzanilla and whisky, shake with ice and double strain into a white ceramic cup.
Pairing
Confit egg yolk with saffron, dried apricot purée and dehydrated pollen.
Together, these serves present a more open expression of The Macallan for the summer season. The foundation remains unchanged, rooted in The Macallan’s enduring commitment to craft and character. What shifts is the experience, where the whisky continues to lead, offering a lighter, more fluid expression of its character.
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