The Macallan Edition No.2
The spirit of collaboration between The Macallan and El Celler de Can Roca
The latest release of the highland single malt scotch whiskey, the second in the Edition series, brings together seven handpicked cask types from four different bodegas to showcase the strength of co-creation and mastery.
Continuing the diverse story of The Macallan’s oak casks and the brand’s obsession with wood, the focus remained on the commitment introduced with Edition No.1 to unlock the workings of intricate whisky making process, offering an insight into how whiskey was created. With Edition No.2, The Macallan goes beyond the provenance of the oak and showcases the melding of mastery and possibilities, which ultimately shapes Edition No.2.
Behind the brilliant products are mastermind Bob Dalgarno, The Macallan’s Master Whisky Maker and the Roca brothers, culinary visionaries accustomed to marrying character and flavours and co-founders of El Celler de Can Roca, twice voted best restaurant in the world.
Spain is a key element in the story of Edition No. 2 as it is home of the Roca brothers, and one of the most influential factors in the final character and profile of The Macallan, due to the extent of the cask production and seasoning that takes place across the entire country. The seven cask types that underpin Edition No.2 hae been taken from four Spanish bodegas – Vasyma, Diego Martin, Jose Miguel Martin and Tevasa.
Bob Dalgarno, The Macallan’s Master Whisky Maker said, “By collaborating with the Roca brothers we have combined our knowledge of whiskey making with their creative culinary expertise. The result is a single malt that challenges expectations.”
Josep Roca, Sommelier of El Cellar de Can Roca said, “Our shared values and passions with The Macallan are taken a step further with our Edition No. 2 collaboration. Working with Bob to identity casks that reflect each of us personally was truly a unique and magical experience. We are really proud of this partnership and the exceptional whisky created as a result.”