THE MACALLAN INTRODUCES TIME:SPACE COLLECTION – A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME TRAVEL

• The Macallan is releasing the TIME:SPACE COLLECTION with two unique releases to recognise the milestone of 200 Years Young
• TIME:SPACE will hold both – a 1940 vintage, bottled at a remarkable 84 years old, and the first release from the new The Macallan Distillery, distilled in 2018 and bottled at 5 Years Old
• The single malt Scotch whisky brand will also launch TIME:SPACE Mastery, which pays tribute to past whisky masters through a diverse inventory of the most exceptional oak casks

To mark 200 Years Young, The Macallan is releasing two unique new whiskies in a celebration of the brand’s interpretation of time travel through whisky mastery, presented in bespoke vessels created through cutting edge engineering and ancient craftmanship.

Both TIME:SPACE and TIME:SPACE Mastery will be first unveiled on 4 September 2024 at The Heart of The Spirit Experience in Singapore. From 7^th September, whisky connoisseurs will be able to come by the event space within the limited period from 7^th to 22^nd September to preview the collection.

The first is TIME:SPACE – a dual chamber vessel that includes the oldest whisky released by The Macallan at 84 Years Old, as well as a second single malt that marks the first from the brand’s new distillery. The second release, TIME:SPACE Mastery, is a unique single malt with layers of complexity that embraces 200 years of history. Both releases are symbolic expressions of The Macallan, shaped by an ongoing dedication to incomparable craftsmanship and creativity, while highlighting a deep connection to nature. The Macallan has designed both creations in TIME:SPACE COLLECTION to depict nature’s protection of its future, while also representing time travel with the past and future combined.

With only 200 in existence, one for each year of The Macallan’s History, TIME:SPACE captures the essence of time travel – a spirit spanning incomparable craft across generations. The vessel has been designed with two chambers to hold each of the whiskies – housed in the outer chamber is the 1940 vintage, representing the past. Two casks meticulously hand selected – a first fill American Oak Butt and second fill European Oak Butt – both seasoned with sherry in Jerez de la Frontera and matured peacefully surrounded by nature in Speyside, Scotland. Bottled at 43.6% ABV, an extraordinary 84 years of maturation has produced rich natural colour, exceptional depth and richness and full, longlasting flavour unique to this rare, aged single malt Scotch whisky.

As a counterpart, the single malt housed in the central chamber is a 2018 vintage, marking a significant milestone as the first ever whisky from The Macallan’s new distillery – a nod to the future of the brand and its commitment to excellence in its whiskies. During the transition to new Distillery in 2018, The Macallan went to exacting standards to secure the continuity of the single malt quality and signature taste.

The unique vessel is displayed in an oak sculpture which has been purposefully designed to accentuate the 100% natural colour of the whisky, and alternate layers of American oak and European oak have been selected to craft the display sculpture, as a homage to the brand’s commitment to sherry seasoned oak casks.

Kirsteen Campbell, Master Whisky Maker, The Macallan, commented: “It was an absolute privilege to be able to reach back in time and select stock from the 1940’s to honour and celebrate our 200 year anniversary.

TIME:SPACE Mastery embraces 200 years of history – a one-of-a-kind The Macallan release celebrating the craft of whisky mastery by featuring 14 exceptional cask types, creating layers of complexity with an incredible depth of aroma, texture and flavour.

With whisky drawn from the breadth of our exceptional inventory, there are distinct influences from European Oak sherry seasoned casks, American Oak sherry seasoned casks, American Oak Bourbon casks and the finest refill casks. Together, creating layers of complexity and a voluptuous depth in aroma, flavour and texture. This exquisite expression encompasses The Macallan’s whisky mastery and highlights the unwavering commitment to protecting and nurturing this craft for the future.

The whisky is housed in a crafted circular vessel representing the circle of life and the ongoing journey from the past to the future. In contrast to the subtilty of the exterior, the presentation case bursts to life with a vibrant red colour – synonymous with The Macallan – and 200 spikes, for the brand’s bicentennial year, represent how nature guards what is most precious and fragile. The intricate details are created using techniques stemming from the art of origami, to protect what is most valued for The Macallan, its incomparable whisky.

The release of TIME:SPACE COLLECTION is accompanied by a global marketing campaign, leading with two hero films that take audiences on a journey through a spiky world where time flows and nature protects what is most precious. The films follow two distinct stories, yet both highlight The Macallan’s intrinsic connection to nature through different characters, animals and plants.

The Macallan’s TIME:SPACE is available to purchase through invitation from The Macallan, with price available upon application.

The Macallan’s TIME:SPACE Mastery will be available to purchase from The Macallan and The Macallan House Singapore.

 

TASTING NOTES

TIME:SPACE

 

1940 Vintage | Aged 84 Years

 

Nose:

Dark chocolate coated ginger, sticky dates and leather combine with antique oak and delicate hints of aromatic peat and ground coffee.

Palate:

Charred pineapple and baked peaches lead to crystalised ginger, hints of aniseed, blackberry jam and sweet woodsmoke.  Rich resinous notes linger on the palate alongside caramelised sugar.

Finish:

An extremely long finish with notes of dark chocolate and toasted oak. ABV:

43.4%

 

2018 Vintage | Aged 5 Years Nose:

Vibrant notes of fresh green apple and ripe pears, leads onto rich sticky toffee, honey, vanilla custard and soft woodspice.

Palate:

Golden sultanas and baked apples develop into buttery pastry dusted in icing sugar. Hints of lemon and lime follow, alongside vanilla shortbread.

Finish:

A medium finish, creamy, with sweet oak.

ABV: 54.9%

TIME:SPACE Mastery

 

Nose:

Sumptuous Medjool dates, sweet baked figs and rich milk chocolate accompanied by delicate hints of honey and tropical character, reminiscent of dried mango and ripe papaya. Encapsulated by complex sweet oak.

Palate:

A real sweetness is evident with sherry-soaked dried fruits, orange marmalade and honeycomb. Soft spiced notes of ginger and cinnamon develop

Finish

Bursts of caramelised pineapple and creamy vanilla linger with the exquisite balance of subtle dark chocolate and coffee.