MACALLAN 1967– Anecdotes of Ages Collection
Beginning in 1824 until now, each single malt by The Macallan demonstrates an absolute commitment to extracting the very best from wood and spirits. Considered the third famous single Malt whiskey in the world, the consumption of Macallan is always impressive. As one of the immortal symbols of the whiskey line. The “obsession” of quality has become a characteristic feature of the Macallan products, deepening the maker’s subconscious. This quality concern has been around since its founder, Alenxander Reid, determined to establish the first distillery. The Anecdotes of Ages Collection celebrates the legacy and history of Blake and The Macallan. At the heart of the collection are 13 one-of-a-kind bottles of 1967 whiskey.
- The version is a collaboration between Macallan and famous British artist, Mr. Peter Blake.
Peter Blake has worked with Sarah Burgess, The Macallan’s leading whiskey maker and has shared his inspiration in his areas of expertise. For him, inspiration can be found almost anywhere, through the lenses you can see and offer what you are after. To round out the collection, a specially created whisky inspired by The Macallan and Blake’s “shared appreciation of beauty, nature and legacy”
Collaborating with Sir Peter Blake for more than three decades, this esteemed collection is a natural partnership: The Macallan holds a deep appreciation for the time it takes to establish, nurture, and protect heritage as well as a desire to produce iconic creations and legendary pieces, and these values of timelessness are mirrored in both the character and work of Sir Peter Blake.
Over the decades, Sir Peter Blake’s unique and timeless signature style has transcended fashion, music, and art movements. For this collection, each bottle of whisky was carefully selected and the art labels that Sir Peter Blake created are of the finest caliber, designed to resonate with The Macallan collectors and the world of art.
“I am deeply inspired by the incredible legacy of The Macallan, and its emphasis on family, tradition, and the natural world,“ said Sir Peter Blake. „Each collage in The Anecdotes of Ages Collection is inspired by The Macallan’s history and heritage, one that respects time and craft, two essential components of my own creative process. I meticulously worked on each collage, pulling from The Macallan Estate’s rich history to complete a collection that is a celebration of art and whisky.”
- Limited production version.
The Anecdotes of Ages Collection celebrates the legacy and history of Blake and The Macallan. At the heart of the collection are 13 one-of-a-kind bottles of 1967 whisky, chosen for its “classic yet distinctly colorful character representative of the year that Sir Peter Blake’s collage style transcended the art world into pop culture,” the company says
In fact, their relationship has lasted for almost 40 years and this is their third collaboration; Mr. Peter previously designed a label in 1986, alongside a piece of art in 2012 to celebrate his 80th birthday.
The Anecdotes of Ages Collection is limited to only 13 bottles, while the 13th original bottle will be retained in The Macallan archive and only 12 bottles are released to the market. Therefore, to own this unique limited collection will not be cheap and easy for any collectors.
- Classic flavor with exquisite design.
“This exceptional 1967 whisky was chosen for its classic yet distinctively colorful character, which is reminiscent of Sir Peter Blake’s work of the same year,” says Sarah Burgess, The Macallan lead whisky maker. “With notes of oak and fig leading to a burst of hazelnut and strawberry, this is a truly special single malt that finishes with complex flavors of chocolate and lightly spiced peach. It is in many ways, its own work of art.”
Each of the 13 original Anecdotes of Ages bottles are hand-blown with an oak stopper, and feature a label signed by Sir Peter Blake. Presented in a handcrafted European oak case incorporating thumbnail photography revealing Sir Peter Blake’s inspirational journey with The Macallan, the expressions are also accompanied by a leather-bound book showcasing all 13 label artworks and corresponding stories, as well as a certificate of authenticity.
