The Macallan James Bond 60th Anniversary Release has been launched to mark six decades of the James Bond films.
The collection comprises six limited edition bottles of single malt whisky in unique packs, each featuring an original illustrative design and colour to denote the decade it represents. The packaging aims to brings to life the creative development process of the films in a behind the scenes exploration of the James Bond archives.
The Macallan James Bond 60th Anniversary Release has an RRSP of US$800 / £600 and will be available from The Macallan global network of travel retail boutiques from today (9 January). There will be limited availability worldwide.
The single malt whisky has been created by The Macallan Master Whisky Maker, Kirsteen Campbell to reflect the “enduring character” of James Bond. It has a natural colour of Suisse gold and an ABV of 43.7% as an homage to James Bond’s agent number, 007 and is consistent across all six packs in the collection.
The distinct set tells the story of innovation over 60 years and aims to be a celebration of 007 and The Macallan “as modern innovators linked by their Scottish heritage”.
The videos above showcase the making of the new whisky and its connections to the James Bond franchise
In recent years, The Macallan has become James Bond’s whisky of choice, noted the brand owner. They have shared many moments together on screen, including in Skyfall when James Bond drinks The Macallan Fine & Rare 1962 as an ode to the 50th anniversary.
Jaume Ferras, Global Creative Director for The Macallan, said: “This October, James Bond will celebrate 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.
The Macallan has also created a series of immersive experiences to celebrate the 60th anniversary of James Bond including an exhibition – The Macallan in Cinema – at The Macallan Estate, which will take viewers through The Macallan’s history on film and transport them through the six decades of James Bond. A selection of films from across the years will be shown at The Macallan Estate during a series of exclusive screenings.
Edrington Global Travel Retail Regional Managing Director Jeremy Speirs commented: “The Macallan’s partnership with the James Bond franchise brings together two Scottish icons in what must surely be one of our most high-profile and exciting collaborations to date. James Bond’s worldwide appeal will undoubtedly make this new collection one of our most sought-after launches, further strengthening The Macallan’s reputation in travel retail for exclusivity and collectability.”
Tasting 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 a 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 a deep dark chocolate, figs and baked apple tart with a honey drizzle.
Finish: Sweet and long with complex layers. ✈
