Forbes Indonesia — August 2017

Single malt Scotch whisky maker The Macallan

recently introduced the No. 6, the newest series from

The Macallan 1824 Master Series. The exceptional

single malt features unique natural color and character

that is obtained from first fill Spanish sherry seasoned

oak casks handcrafted by the master coopers of Jerez

de la Frontera, the home of sherry. The No.6 is drawn

from Spanish oak casks built by one cooperage in

Jerez before seasoning for 18 months in the sherry

bodegas with dry oloroso sherries. All of the whiskies

were matured in first fill casks, maximizing aromas and

flavors. The beautiful design enhances the enticing,

rich dark walnut color of a classic The Macallan

character, a celebration of richness, spice and dried

fruit with a layer of heady orange groves. Exclusively

designed and crafted for The Macallan, the Lalique

crystal decanter pays homage to the single malt’s

heritage and its guiding principles through its use

of facets representing the Six Pillars, incorporating

the iconic triangular feature as a key element of its

creation. When nosed the Spanish oak casks deliver

rich notes, elegant and polished. Raisin, dates and

figs dominate like a mountain of fruit; while sultana

and toffee apples add texture and depth. The weight

of flavor practically squeezes the juice from the

raisins. Ginger and cinnamon gently dance around the

edges. The dark chocolate is majestic, whilst vanilla

sweetness lingers in the background. In the palate,

the taste is heavy and sumptuous like a rich fruitcake

with raisin, dates and figs, apples, sultanas, orange;

then ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon and hints of clove. Oak

notes are like velvet, soft and chic, silky smooth. With

each sip you will have a silky smooth cake to savor

with a long and full finish.

Exceptional

Dram

The Eye

FORBES INDONESIA

BY YESSAR ROSENDAR AND CASSIA TANDIONO

76 | FORBES INDONESIA JULY 2017