Skip to main content

The Macallan is releasing two whiskies in collaboration with Cirque du Soleil

To celebrate its 200th birthday, The Macallan is releasing two new whiskies

By Christopher Osburn Nov 22, 2024 10:19 AM

The Macallan

The Macallan is just as well-known for its flagship expressions as it is for its limited releases. Recently, it announced the most recent additions to its Harmony Collection. These two new single malt whisky releases were made in collaboration with Cirque du Soleil (yes, you read that right).

The single malt whiskies

The Macallan

As part of The Macallan’s 200th anniversary, the iconic distillery is releasing Harmony Vibrant Oak and Harmony Guardian Oak. Harmony Vibrant Oak was matured in a combination of first-fill American oak and second-fill sherry-seasoned casks. Harmony Guardian Oak was matured in a mix of first-fill European oak and second-fill sherry-seasoned casks.

Recommended Videos

Harmony Vibrant Oak is a 44.4% ABV sipping whisky known for its nose of vanilla beans, citrus peels, and orchard fruits. The palate is a mix of vanilla panna cotta, shortbread, toasted coconut, almond brittle, apple, and oak.

Harmony Guardian Oak is a 44.2%, memorable whisky with a nose of dates, figs, raisins, orange peel, dark chocolate, and wintry spices. The palate is centered on ginger syrup, orange peels, dates, cherries, sultanas, oak, and spices.

“Oak plays such an important role in the color and flavor of The Macallan and bringing it to life through our packaging is incredibly inspirational,” Diane Stuart, Whisky Maker at The Macallan said in a press release. “ Vibrant Oak and Guardian Oak, provided an opportunity to select the casks that deliver the classic.

Where can I buy these expressions?

Scotch drams — Andrew Seaman / Unsplash

The Harmony Collection Vibrant Oak and Guardian Oak will be available at The Macallan online store and select retailers for the suggested retail price of $199.99.

Christopher Osburn is a food and drinks writer located in the Finger Lakes Region of New York. He’s been writing professional Read Full Bio

Topics

Liquor, Beer, Wine & Drinks

Younger generations aren’t drinking: What the spirits industry can learn from men’s suits

Adult, Male, Man

We have all heard the status of the newer, younger generations: They aren’t drinking. Social media has brought the focus on health and wellness to the forefront of their thoughts. Las Vegas feels it. The younger people aren’t flocking to the desert haven for drinks and gambling. But spirits companies are feeling it too. I speak to a slew of CEOs and brand representatives, and one thing is very clear: the industry is changing. There is a shift. It isn’t coming. It is here. And the legacy brands are already starting to make adjustments. But the truth is, there is already a model for them to use. Men’s suits already experienced this culture shift and weathered the storm to see a new boost in popularity.

So how did they do it? And how can alcohol brands learn from their experience and repeat the renaissance?

No Frills, All Flavor: Cospa Brings $9.99 Nagahama Ramen to NoMad

Indoors, Restaurant, Cafeteria

NoMad is a rather frilly corner of Manhattan. The neighborhood is home to glittering hotels like the Ritz-Carlton and The Ned alongside temples of fine dining like Eleven Madison Park and Café Carmellini. Amidst this sea of glitz and glam, one place you won’t find any frills is Cospa, a ramen shop that opened last week on West 26th Street.

In an unfussy, convivial dining room, Cospa serves Nagahama-style ramen for $9.99—about the price of a Perrier from the minibar at the Ritz down the block. It’s about the only item on the menu besides chicken karaage for $4.99, canned sake, and Japanese beer. For an extra buck, you can get it spicy. Best of all, Cospa stays open until 2 a.m. Room service be damned!

Terry Bradshaw’s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Is Rolling Out a Cocktail Lineup

Alcohol, Beverage, Liquor

Terry Bradshaw is a four-time Super Bowl champion and a certified NFL legend. He always delivered as a Pittsburgh Steelers icon. The same is true today, not only as a co-host on Fox NFL Sunday but also as an entrepreneur. He founded Bradshaw Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey in 2020. He proudly touts that it’s not just slapping his name on a bottle. He’s hands-on with the lineup of bourbon expressions.

And just in time for the upcoming football season, Bradshaw Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is rolling out a cocktail lineup inspired by iconic moments from Bradshaw’s storied NFL career. The lineup will be available at select bars and restaurants across the country, including SAHARA Las Vegas, the spectacular Eight Lounge at Resorts World Las Vegas, The Yard in Pittsburgh, Urban Grill and Wine Bar in McKinney, Texas, and The Bon Aire in Austin, Texas.