The Macallan distillery was founded in 1824 by Alexander Reid, a barley farmer and school teacher. Now owned by the Edrington Group, The Macallan prides itself on its Six Pillars, which include its curiously small stills, very narrow 'cut' of new make spirit and exceptional cask management. It is the most sought after whisky for collectors, regularly setting records at auctions all around the world. This duty-free macallan boutique collection, release was bottled to celebrate the opening of the first Macallan Boutique. This is the 2017 edition. Nose: chocolate, coffee, dried fruit Palate: honey, yeast, more chocolate but lighter this time Finish: medium and delectable.