In what is now a well-established partnership, the whisky is bottled in a unique decanter (known as the ‘Genesis Decanter’) made by Lalique and packaged in a special presentation case.

Just 600 individually numbered decanters will be made available globally in “select locations”, including the distillery’s new facility in Moray, from August this year.

Distilled in the 1940s, the whisky is described as looking “deceptively light” but with “an exquisite balance of strong, sweet oak with peaty spirit”.

Nick Savage, The Macallan master distiller, said: “The Macallan 72 Years Old is an incredibly rare single malt defined by years of dedication and craftsmanship. As the oldest whisky we have ever bottled, this is a truly momentous occasion to commemorate our remarkable new distillery.

“Although delicate throughout all aspects, it provides an intense experience which acknowledges the distinguished history of The Macallan.”

The whisky has been released to mark the opening of the new £140 million distillery.

Creative director Ken Grier said: “Our wonderful new Distillery is both a tribute to the traditions of our whisky and its natural Speyside environment and a future-facing vision, looking forward to the next chapter of The Macallan. Lalique has a deep and true understanding of The Macallan, has been our partner for over a decade.

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