Swiss cigar specialist Davidoff has unveiled details of a rare 25yo Macallan Scotch whisky, exclusively
crafted for and sold at Davidoff of Geneva stores in Asia.
The Macallan 1991 whisky was
specially selected for Davidoff of Geneva (Asia). This single cask, cask
strength (53.5%abv) expression was aged for 25 years in a sherry butt cask and
bottled in 2016 by Signatory Vintage, an independent bottler in Scotland.
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| Davidoff exclusive: The Macallan 25yo Scotch whisky (Photo credit: Oettinger Davidoff AG) |
Purveyor of fine experiences
With only 494 units
available, each 700ml bottle is presented in a decanter and veneer box.
This expression of
sherry-seasoned Macallan is a classic example of the distillers' signature
work. Only a thin cut of their stills was used to fill the sherry-seasoned
casks, and only a very small percentage of their casks were allowed to be
matured into single-cask-bottling quality.
This rare Macallan cask
reinforces Davidoff of Geneva’s position as a purveyor of fine experiences and
cigar pairings, Davidoff said.
The whisky’s first nose has
spices (star anise, cardamom) and subtle sulphur notes; aeration brings briny
and salted caramel aromas. The style is bright, modern and elegant, and the
slight brininess is reminiscent of a fino sherry. There is also a floral touch
of white flowers and green apple, which opens up to custardy/confectionery
notes, marmalade and candied orange peel. Rancio, green walnuts, leather and
toasted notes complement the finish.
On the palate, the whisky
is sharp, with the alcohol present but not overwhelming. The finish is nutty
and pretty bright.
