Cover The Macallan releases new single-malt Scotch whisky named A Night on Earth in Jerez de la Frontera
The Macallan releases new single-malt Scotch whisky named A Night on Earth in Jerez de la Frontera
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The third release of The Macallan’s A Night on Earth Series celebrates the rich year-end celebratory traditions of Jerez de la Frontera in Spain
As 2024 draws to a close, not only do festive gatherings abound but this time of the year also signals the culmination of The Macallan’s 200th anniversary celebrations. And what better way to do so than with a launch that encapsulates the spirit of year-end festivities? As part of the third instalment of the A Night on Earth series, this latest release is a new non-age statement single-malt Scotch whisky named A Night on Earth in Jerez de la Frontera, of course, inspired by Jerez de la Frontera in Spain.
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A Night on Earth in Jerez de la Frontera
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Besides being the birthplace of sherry cask craftsmanship, Jerez is known to retain its rich year-end celebratory traditions. Spanish customs such as eating twelve grapes at midnight on New Year’s Eve for good fortune are still observed to date, sparking inspiration for the limited edition bottle. Matured in a masterful blend of European and American sherry-seasoned oak casks, the result promises a nose of honey-coated Pestiños, sweet raisins, cinnamon, anise, rich oak, and vibrant citrus. On the palate, it drinks of sweet pastry, ripe white grapes, honey-glazed almonds, vanilla, and a hint of anise and rosemary.
Accompanied by eye-catching packaging, designed by Jerez native María Melero, each bottle is encased in a box featuring vibrant imagery that echoes the warmth and vibrancy of southern Spain while capturing the essence of festive traditions. On the outer packaging, a crimson sky plays backdrop to sherry wine vineyards and an alluring sunset. Roses among the vineyards reflect the natural warning system, acting as guardians and repelling potential threats to the soil or the vines. Peel into the box to reveal a colourful artwork of azulejos (traditional Jerez wall tiles) where each icon holds a special meaning to the storied Jerez vineyards.
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Above A Night on Earth in Jerez de la Frontera features eye-catching packaging, designed by Jerez native María Melero
A Night on Earth in Jerez de la Frontera features eye-catching packaging, designed by Jerez native María Melero
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“Jerez plays a crucial role in The Macallan’s past, but also present and future,” explains Macallan whisky maker Steven Bremner. “Having been able to tell part of that story through a whisky has been wonderfully rewarding. A combination of European and American sherry seasoned casks has enabled us to capture the flavours, traditions and Melero’s memories of New Year in Jerez de la Frontera, the home of sherry wine.”
As families and friends gather to toast what has been and what is yet to come, Macallan’s A Night on Earth in Jerez de la Frontera stands ready to elevate those moments and embrace new beginnings. Or it could very much be the ultimate gift to whisky-loving folk. No matter which it is, the exquisite expression certainly makes for a much sweeter year-end celebration.
The Macallan A Night on Earth in Jerez de la Frontera is available for purchase on themacallan.com.
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