0101. MACALLAN EXCEPTIONAL NO.11 2005 (12 YEARS)

MACALLAN 2005 EXCEPTIONAL CASK NO. 11

The Macallan is known—and beloved—for its consistent single malts that have been aged in barrels that formerly housed Spanish sherry. Those barrels impart The Macallan’s signature sweetness to the smooth whisky as well as notes of vanilla, fruit, and ginger. The brand is also known for its notable releases of limited-edition and extraordinary bottles.

With its latest new collection, it stays true to the latter but upends the former, offering seven unique whiskies that don’t necessarily adhere to the typical Macallan taste profile.
Joining the ranks of its Fine and Rare Collection, the Exceptional Single Cask range has been added to the portfolio. It’s unusual for The Macallan to stray from its established aroma and palate, but that’s the whole point with these new bottles—to showcase the diversity of the liquid that goes into the makeup of Macallan whisky with a grouping of cask-strength spirits that have surprisingly distinctive flavors. They’re all sold separately, but collectors will want to acquire the full set.