Although I have been a Chivas Regal (marble bag) drinker since college and have acquired a love for Merlo wine since I visited vineyards in Sonoma Valley, Calif., I must admit I enjoyed the robust favor of The Macallan at its "Raise the Macallan" tasting event held last night in Atlanta.
Macallan Distillers Ltd., makers of 43% alcohol scotch whisky, hosted the first of three nights of tasting at the Biltmore Hotel on West Peachtree Street. Macallan is affliated with Remy Cointreau USA, Inc., New York, N.Y. The event was by invitation only, and about 250 people were in attendance.
The Macallan is not an every-man's scotch, but it is for connoisseurs. "If you see a Macallan bottle on someone's bar, you know they are a high-class whiskey owner," said one attendee. It has been distilled in Speyside, Scotland since 1824.
Cost of a bottle of The Macallan ranges from $40 for a 12 year 750ML bottle to $180 for The Macallan 21 year old fine oak single malt. The Macallan 18 sells from $80-$150 per pint/quart. One rare bottle of Macallan was auctioned off recently at a charity event for $460,000.
A "how to nose and taste" demonstration was given by the company's brand manager. He informed the crowd that Macallan prizes its copper pot stills, exceptional oak casks, and $20 million spent annually on oak barrels made in Spain. Attendees were able to taste five different offerings.
"This is the most expensive whiskey in the world to make," he said. The Macallan prides itself on its rich, robust, viscus.
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After the event, former Good Day Atlanta commentator Suchita Vadlamanimet(l) chatted with friends and other guests. Although she said the drinking was good, the presentation and remarks could have been "more compelling and visually appealing," she said.
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Rob Stromberg said: Oh I would have had you grab a bottle of Macallan. That is some really good scotch. I'm more of a Brandy man, but do like to have some nice scotch every once in awhile.
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