Macallan News and New Releases
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The Macallan News & New Releases
The Macallan 1926 Sells Just Shy of Previous Record at Historic Sotheby’s Auction
Why did one bottle of 1926 whisky fetch £2.1 million? Discover the record-breaking Macallan sale at the distillery’s first-ever Sotheby’s auction.
The Macallan launches Carta Nautica Including 38-Year-Old 1987 & 20 Year Old
What happens when The Macallan flips its cask tradition, maturing whisky in sherry oak before bourbon? Meet the Carta Nautica 1987 vintage and 20 Year Old.
The Macallan 1926 Leads Sotheby’s Speyside Auction 2026
What makes The Macallan 1926 the star of Sotheby’s first estate auction? Discover its $2.91 million estimate and the rare whiskies joining the sale.
Macallan TIME : SPACE Sherry Cask 20-Year-Old Debuts
What happens when The Macallan uses its own Valdespino sherry to season casks for the first time? Meet the 20-year-old TIME : SPACE Sherry Cask.
Blind Summit Splits 35-Year Macallan Cask To Create Two Releases
What happens when one 1989 Macallan cask becomes two 35-year-old whiskies finished in wine and rum? Blind Summit’s bold split reveals all.
The Macallan Releases Final Harmony Collection Whiskies
What happens when The Macallan draws out coconut notes rarely found in its whisky? The final Harmony Collection release delivers two expressions that answer just that.
The Macallan Opens First UK Boutique at Harrods London
What makes The Macallan’s first UK boutique at Harrods unmissable? Discover rare releases, a 100-bottle Rare Cask edition and a design steeped in Speyside heritage.
The Macallan “Drink of a Generation” Campaign Debuts With James Marsden
Can a 25- or 30-year whisky bridge generations? The Macallan’s new film with James and Jack Marsden shows how time, craft, and heritage connect.
Macallan Romantica Collection: Rare 1986 Vintage Release
What do you get when three legendary artists reunite to honour the world’s most valuable bottle of whisky? The Macallan Romantica Collection—just 258 bottles from 1986.
Whisky for Rothes Charity Auction at Spirit of Speyside 2026
What happens when Speyside’s distilleries unite for a good cause? Hundreds of rare bottles and two cask lots go under the hammer at the 2025 Spirit of Speyside.
Sotheby’s Wine & Spirits Auctions Hit $127.5M in 2025
Which American bourbon just cracked Sotheby’s top three spirits brands for the first time—and what does it reveal about the booming collectible whiskey market?
The Macallan To Open Boutique at Harrods in Summer 2026
Where can you find one of the most extensive collections of The Macallan outside Speyside? This summer, the answer will be Harrods in Knightsbridge, London.
The Macallan Releases Distil Your World Paris
What happens when The Macallan’s master whisky maker channels Parisian gastronomy through rare Cognac casks? A $4,750 single malt that tastes like a French pâtisserie.
The Macallan Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Launched
Can a whisky capture Bond’s mystery and elegance? The Macallan Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Release uses hybrid sherry and red wine casks to honor 007’s legacy.
Macallan Welcomes Holiday Season With A Night On Earth: The First LIght
Why does The Macallan journey to New Zealand for their latest release? This limited edition captures the first sunrise of the year in a bottle of exceptional whisky.
The Ned & Macallan’s First Christmas Tree Collaboration
What happens when two iconic brands unite for Christmas? The Ned unveils its first-ever branded tree collaboration with The Macallan, bringing Speyside magic to London.
Macallan 12 Year 110 Proof The Whisky Shop Exclusive
What happens when Macallan turns their classic 12-year-old up to 55% ABV? This bold new Whisky Shop exclusive delivers richer flavors and deeper intensity.
Edrington to Showcase Rare Whiskies at Changi Airport
Edrington Global Travel Retail will present a selection of rare and ultra-premium expressions from The Macallan and Highland Park at the fourth World of Wines & Spirits event. The showcase will take place from October 24-25 at Changi Airport.
The Macallan Unveils Rare Cask 2025 Single Malt Scotch
The Macallan has released its 2025 edition of the Rare Cask series, featuring hand-selected sherry seasoned oak casks with intense raisin notes and rich complexity.
Macallan Launches “You Kno Me So Well” Glass Charms Campaign
Scotch whisky brand The Macallan has launched a nationwide campaign featuring collectible glassware charms, with rare horse charms offering access to exclusive experiences in Scotland and Spain.
The World’s Most Expensive Whisky Has A New Form
A bottle of The Macallan 1926, the world’s most valuable whisky, has been transformed into a one-of-a-kind artwork with an original painting by Roberto Ferri applied directly to the glass.
Macallan Launches Latest Harmony Collection with JING
The Macallan has launched two new limited-edition single malt whiskies inspired by rare teas from JING. The 2025 Harmony Collection features expressions influenced by Chinese oolong and British smoked teas.
Award-Winning Documentary “Drink: A Look Inside The Glass” Explores Global Spirits
Drink: A Look Inside The Glass is a five part documentary series examining global alcohol production. The five-episode series won multiple awards including a James Beard Award and Webby Award.
The Macallan Opens First West Coast Boutique at LAX
The Macallan has opened its first West Coast boutique at Los Angeles International Airport’s Tom Bradley Terminal, bringing luxury whisky retail to one of America’s busiest travel hubs.
Macallan Classic Cut 2025
The Macallan has unveiled its Classic Cut 2025 Edition, a high-strength single malt Scotch whisky bottled at 50.6% ABV.
Edrington Sales Slump 10%, but Focus Sharpens on Ultra-Premium Spirits
Edrington reports a 10% drop in core revenue and 22% fall in profits for FY2025, but doubles down on ultra-premium spirits with the sale of The Famous Grouse and Naked Malt.
The Macallan Revamps Its Brand Aesthetic With Packaging Redesign
The Macallan partners with graphic designer David Carson to redesign three Timeless Collections with new bottles, labels and packaging launching June 2025.