The Macallan James Bond 60th Anniversary Release has been unveiled to mark six decades of James Bond films.
The collection celebrates Bond’s Scottish heritage and shared moments with The Macallan on screen, including in Skyfall when he drinks The Macallan Fine & Rare 1962 as an nod to the whisky’s 50th anniversary.
Jaume Ferras, Global Creative Director for The Macallan, said the pairing is synergistic and honours two Scottish-born global brands with a shared love of quality and innovation.
“James Bond celebrates its 60th anniversary, making it the longest-running and one of the most loved franchises in the world of entertainment, comprising 25 films over six decades and six lead actors over time.
“The Macallan is James Bond’s whisky of choice, and as two renowned global brands, we share many synergies, most notably as modern innovators linked by our Scottish heritage,” he said.
The collection comprises six limited edition bottles, one for each decade of Bond, featuring an original illustration to denote the decade it represents. The celebratory single malt has been crafted by The Macallan’s Master Whisky Maker, Kirsteen Campbell, to reflect the enduring character of James Bond, exhibiting maturity and undeniable style.
Designed to tell the story of Bond’s growth over sixty years, the set acknowledges his roots in Scotland and celebrates his evolution into the man of the world we all know and love.
Whisky Maker’s Notes:
The Macallan James Bond 60th Anniversary Release
ABV: 43.7%
Nose: Fresh and vibrant notes of lemon and lime, a sprinkle of sherbet, leading into sweet vanilla and coconut, with a hint of dried fig and raisin.
Palate: Orange zest and fizzy sherbet with a lemon freshness, gentle oak and subtle ginger spice, leading into deep dark chocolate, figs and baked apple tart with a honey drizzle.
Finish: Sweet and long with complex layers.
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