LAGOS | NIGERIA: It was a remarkable celebration of exceptional whisky craftsmanship as The Macallan launched its Sherry Oak 25 and 30 Year Old expressions in Lagos, Nigeria on September 8.
For whisky connoisseurs, these ultra-premium expressions are true masterpieces that delight the senses. Aged for decades in European Oak sherry seasoned casks sourced from Spain, they symbolise the pinnacle of whisky artistry synonymous with The Macallan.
The Sherry Oak 25 Years Old boasts a deep amber colour and tantalises the nose with notes of raisin, ginger, and oak. It delivers a premium quality sensory experience on the palate, with rich dried fruits, black cherries and chocolate.
The Sherry Oak 30 Years Old showcases its warm tones of amber and mahogany hue in similarly stunning fashion. Its aroma of honeyed figs and dates with hints of caramelised pineapple and chocolate orange is richly complemented by its taste on the palate. The expression delivers a distinctive tasting experience of fruit cake and prunes with stem ginger, cinnamon and orange.
Each expression is beautifully captured by renowned photographer Erik Madigan Heck. Nigerian vocalist Waje added elegance to the event with a captivating performance.
Expressing his delight at the success of the launch, Brand Manager, Edrington Portfolio, Nigeria, Hammed Adebiyi, said “The Macallan has consistently been a pioneer in the world of whisky and the unveiling of the Sherry Oak 25 and 30 Years Old further showcases our dedication to crafting incomparable single malts.“
The special introduction of the Sherry Oak 25 Years Old and 30 Years Old continues The Macallan’s foray into Nigeria’s whisky market estimated at US$163.80m in 2023.
The Macallan, a world-renowned single-malt distillery, is celebrated for its quality, character, and six pillars, which have defined its legacy for nearly two centuries.
About The Macallan
An obsession with quality has been the hallmark of The Macallan since its founding by Alexander Reid on a plateau above the river Spey in north-east Scotland. The distillery is surrounded by a 485-acre estate with Easter Elchies House at its heart.
The Macallan was one of the first distillers in Scotland to be legally licensed. Since then they have built a reputation as one of the world’s leading single malt whiskies. The creation of The Macallan draws on the vital contributing influences of Spain, North America, and Scotland – and of their respective natural raw materials, combined with traditional methods and craftsmanship. The reputation of The Macallan is built on a product of outstanding quality and distinctive character, founded upon a set of guiding principles. From place to process, people and passion, the Six Pillars are the backdrop to The Macallan’s unique spirit.
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