{"product_id":"the-macallan-time-space-sherry-cask-20-year-old","title":"The Macallan TIME : SPACE Sherry Cask 20 Year Old","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwenty years of maturation. Two chapters of sherry cask influence. One extraordinary expression from The Macallan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Macallan has spent more than two centuries establishing itself as one of the world's most prestigious single malt Scotch whisky producers, with its mastery of sherry-seasoned oak casks at the heart of its reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TIME : SPACE Sherry Cask 20 Year Old represents an important new chapter in that history, bringing together the distillery's renowned Speyside whisky-making expertise with its deepening relationship with Valdespino, one of Jerez's most historic sherry producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased as the third chapter in The Macallan's prestigious TIME : SPACE Collection, this exceptional single malt celebrates the relationship between time, oak and the craftsmanship required to create truly remarkable whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA New Chapter in Sherry Cask Maturation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes TIME : SPACE Sherry Cask particularly significant is its unique maturation journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe whisky began its life at The Macallan Estate in Speyside, where it matured for 20 years in a carefully selected combination of sherry-seasoned oak casks, predominantly European oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut its journey didn't end there.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing The Macallan's acquisition of the historic Valdespino sherry house in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, the distillery gained a remarkable new opportunity to deepen its control over the sherry cask seasoning process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTIME : SPACE Sherry Cask became the first Macallan whisky to benefit from oak casks seasoned with Valdespino sherry under The Macallan's ownership.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing its initial maturation, the whisky underwent an additional marrying period in a selection of the first 200 casks seasoned at the Valdespino bodega.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese exceptional casks arrived in Scotland in 2024, coinciding with The Macallan's 200th anniversary celebrations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a whisky shaped by two distinct interactions with sherry-seasoned oak, introducing additional layers of richness, complexity and character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at 44.8% ABV, this expression is a magnificent showcase of The Macallan's signature sherry driven style, elevated through a maturation process that connects the traditions of Scotland and Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Exceptional Presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with the other expressions in the TIME : SPACE Collection, the presentation is as considered as the whisky itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoused in The Macallan's distinctive circular vessel, TIME : SPACE Sherry Cask symbolises the continuous passage of time and the enduring relationship between generations of whisky makers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe presentation box draws inspiration from the vineyards of Jerez, particularly the Palomino grapes cultivated at Valdespino. Its warm golden tones evoke the Andalusian sunshine that plays such an important role in the production of sherry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, the vessel and presentation create an extraordinary collector's piece, honouring The Macallan's heritage while celebrating its future.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural colour, developed entirely through interaction with oak during maturation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An opulent bouquet of sherry-soaked raisins, ripe figs and Medjool dates, complemented by sweet frangipane, cinder toffee and caramelised nuts. Dark chocolate truffles introduce richness, while cinnamon, star anise and ginger add beautifully integrated spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rich, luxurious and exceptionally layered. Dried sultanas, dates and apricots combine with ginger cake, treacle toffee and bramble jam. Chocolate-coated cherries provide a decadent sweetness before warming cloves and cinnamon develop into cocoa nibs and polished oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long and warming, with lingering wood spices, delicate espresso notes and beautifully integrated oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Macallan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e TIME : SPACE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpression:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sherry Cask\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Speyside, Scotland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Scotland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Single Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20 Years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sherry-seasoned oak casks, predominantly European oak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Cask Influence:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Married in selected Valdespino sherry-seasoned oak casks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 44.8%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bespoke Circular Vessel and Luxury Presentation Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelease:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Limited Edition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"com_GLN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45786305626135,"sku":null,"price":39999.99,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/3026\/9496\/files\/The_Macallan_TIME_SPACE_Sherry_Cask_20_Year_Old.jpg?v=1792495166","url":"https:\/\/mothercityliquor.co.za\/fr\/products\/the-macallan-time-space-sherry-cask-20-year-old","provider":"Mothercity Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}