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Macallan whiskey glasses1/9/2024 Since the launch of their global partnership in July 2021, The Macallan and Bentley Motors – brands united by a dedication to craftsmanship, creativity, innovation and sustainability – have committed to share learnings from their respective industries while continuing to pursue the uncompromised excellence for which they are renowned. ![]() These glasses are 3 1/2 tall with a 2 diameter at the top and 3 1/4 diameter at the bottom. In being both an object of beauty in itself and demonstrating such innovation, it’s a representation of what’s coming next from our partnership.” Up for auction is a set of 6 Macallan Scotch Whiskey glasses. The form of the design has allowed us to almost treat light as another material in itself, and the interplay between light and the wood, aluminum and copper materials is extraordinary. It’s a fusion of the sharply defined yet curvaceous Bentley design DNA, The Macallan’s innovation and recycled materials from both iconic British brands. Jaume Ferras, Global Creative Director for The Macallan, comments: “Taking inspiration from the automotive industry, we are showcasing our creative vision and concept development of The Macallan Horizon, which is among the most unique projects we have embarked on in our almost 200-year Motors x Macallanīentley’s Head of Design Collaborations, Chris Cooke, comments: “Our prototype for The Macallan Horizon is truly pioneering in both its design and use of materials. The visionary design also features a glass bottle with an extraordinary 180-degree twist, representing the mastery of space and time achieved by The Macallan and Bentley Motors in creating the prototype, which has no standing base. Together, the six key materials, the majority of which have been sourced and produced locally in Scotland and the UK, form a unique concept that defies the traditional vertical aesthetic of a whisky bottle and reflects the horizontal trajectory of the automotive world, pushing the boundaries and the art of the possible. The Macallan Master Whisky Maker Kirsteen Campbell developed the flavor profile for the whisky following a visit to Bentley Motors in Crewe. In homage to The Macallan’s acclaimed Six Pillars, the foundation stones of the brand that account for its distinctive single malt whiskies, The Macallan Horizon concept product incorporates six unique upcycled, repurposed or ethically sourced materials which are integral to The Macallan and Bentley Motors.Īmong them are recycled copper from the disused curiously small spirit stills which were located within The Macallan’s former Distillery aluminum recovered from the Bentley Motors manufacturing process recycled wood recyclable glass and carbon neutral leather, locally sourced, and also used in the recently unveiled Bentley Mulliner grand Macallan Horizon by Motors x Macallan The final component is the very special single malt whisky being created for The Macallan Horizon. The Macallan shop is the perfect place to explore and purchase a range of The Macallan select whiskies, drinkware and more. It was visualized following extensive collaboration between The Macallan and Bentley Motors. The prototype of The Macallan Horizon, which will be available as a whisky product from summer 2023, fuses both traditional craftsmanship and innovative materials, with cutting edge technology to create an exclusive horizontal design. The heavier weight gives a substantial feel to your experience, whilst the wider base allows you to see the whisky with clarity and the tapered effect locks in the aroma and flavour. ![]() To gain the full bodied richness of Macallan Whisky, they only use 16% of these stills for filling into casks.The Macallan, together with its luxury automotive partner Bentley Motors, has revealed the remarkable vision and design of The Macallan Horizon, the inspirational and highly innovative limited edition single malt whisky in development by the brands. Crafted from the finest European glass and designed for The Macallan Ice Ball, this tumbler sits comfortably and firmly in your hand. By using the natural water from the River Spey, Macallan Whisky are able to produce single malt whisky to the highest standard. Founded in 1824, the Macallan Whisky distillery is located in the Scottish highlands near Craigellachie on a 390 acre estate.
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