{"title":"Artist","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"artist-11-la-maison-du-whisky-macallan-27yr-700ml","title":"Artist #11 La Maison du Whisky Macallan 27YR 700ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist #11 La Maison du Whisky Macallan 27YR 700ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 27-year-old single cask Speyside single malt Scotch whisky bottled at 47.6% ABV in a 700ml format. Distilled in 1993 and bottled in 2021 from ex-bourbon cask #152071, this release is limited to just 124 individually numbered bottles, making it among the scarcest independent Macallan bottlings available in the American market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 47.6%  |  Origin: Speyside, Scotland  |  Age: 27 Years (Distilled 1993, Bottled 2021)  |  Distillery: The Macallan  |  Cask: Ex-Bourbon #152071  |  Bottles: 124\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Macallan distillery was founded in 1824 by Alexander Reid in the Speyside region of Scotland and remains one of the most sought-after names in single malt whisky. This expression was selected by La Maison du Whisky's tasting panel as part of their ARTIST series—a curated collection representing what their expert selectors consider the finest casks they have evaluated over a given year, developed specifically for the American market. Unlike Macallan's official range, which typically relies on sherry-seasoned oak, this single cask matured for 27 years exclusively in ex-bourbon cask #152071, yielding a distinctly different profile that highlights the distillery's spirit character through the lens of American oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with a refined sweetness and gentle vanilla characteristic of long-term bourbon cask maturation. Underneath, there is an exotic, almost tropical quality layered with orchard fruit and soft oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate is smooth and generous, with a richness that has been compared to a fine dessert wine. The mid-palate develops exotic accents and a layered complexity that unfolds slowly, revealing honeyed stone fruit and nuanced spice notes drawn from nearly three decades in oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is long and textured, carrying that dessert-wine smoothness through to a lingering warmth. Subtle oak tannins and dried fruit fade gradually, rewarding patience between sips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Artist #11 Macallan 27\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 47.6% ABV, this whisky is ideally suited for sipping neat in a Glencairn glass, allowing the 27 years of cask influence to express themselves fully. A few drops of water can open up the exotic fruit character without diminishing structure. Given the extreme rarity of only 124 bottles, cocktail use is impractical—this is a whisky to be savored on its own terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerious Macallan collectors seeking rare independent bottlings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelebrating a milestone occasion with an unrepeatable single cask whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to a whisky enthusiast who values provenance and scarcity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side tastings comparing bourbon cask Macallan against official sherry cask releases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Artist #11 Macallan 27 taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers a smooth, rich palate reminiscent of fine dessert wine, with exotic accents, honeyed fruit, and layered complexity developed over 27 years in a single ex-bourbon cask.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Artist #11 Macallan 27 compare to GlenDronach single cask releases?\u003c\/strong\u003e GlenDronach single casks are typically matured in sherry wood (Oloroso or Pedro Ximénez), producing a darker, heavily sherried profile, while this Macallan was aged exclusively in an ex-bourbon cask, resulting in a lighter, more vanilla-driven and fruit-forward character. Both represent excellent aged Highland and Speyside single cask whisky, but the flavor direction is quite different due to cask type.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Artist #11 Macallan 27 good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely—it was bottled at a careful 47.6% ABV without chill filtration details disclosed, and its 27-year maturation produces a smooth, layered complexity that is best appreciated neat or with a small addition of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Artist #11 Macallan 27 made?\u003c\/strong\u003e The whisky was distilled at The Macallan distillery in Craigellachie, Speyside, Scotland, one of the country's most iconic single malt producers, founded in 1824. It was independently selected and bottled by La Maison du Whisky for their ARTIST series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Artist #11 Macallan 27?\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged Comté or Gruyère cheese complements the vanilla and oak warmth; crème brûlée mirrors its dessert-wine sweetness; poached pears with honey echo the fruit character; dark chocolate with sea salt contrasts and amplifies the exotic spice notes; and smoked salmon can highlight the underlying malt richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Artist #11 Macallan 27 come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e This release is available exclusively in 700ml bottles, the standard format for La Maison du Whisky's ARTIST series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Artist #11 Macallan 27 worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e This positions as an ultra-premium collector's expression—a 27-year-old single cask Macallan limited to 124 bottles worldwide commands a significant price, but the combination of Macallan's distillery prestige, nearly three decades of maturation, and extreme scarcity places it in rarefied territory where comparable independent Macallan bottlings consistently hold or appreciate in value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Artist #11 Macallan 27?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat distinguishes this bottling is the intersection of three factors rarely found together: Macallan spirit, 27 years of uninterrupted bourbon cask aging, and a production run of only 124 bottles. While Macallan's official lineup leans heavily on sherry wood, this ex-bourbon maturation offers a fundamentally different lens on the distillery's character—one that foregrounds fruit, vanilla, and malt over the dried fruit and spice of sherry influence. Selected by La Maison du Whisky's panel from among the best casks they evaluated for their eleventh ARTIST collection, cask #152071 represents a single, unrepeatable moment in Macallan's history. For collectors and drinkers who want to experience Macallan outside its official house style, few bottlings are as compelling or as scarce.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837951570089,"sku":"35827","price":1999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Artist-11-La-Maison-du-Whisky__49134.jpg?v=1730502291"},{"product_id":"artist-11-la-maison-du-whisky-auchentoshan-30yr-700ml","title":"Artist #11 La Maison du Whisky Auchentoshan 30YR 700ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist #11 La Maison du Whisky Auchentoshan 30YR 700ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 30-year-old Lowland single malt Scotch whisky bottled at cask strength (62.7% ABV) in a 700ml bottle. Distilled in 1991 and bottled in 2021 from a single hogshead cask, this release is limited to just 164 bottles worldwide — making it one of the rarest independently bottled Auchentoshan expressions available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 62.7% (125.4 proof)  |  Origin: Lowland, Scotland  |  30 Year Old (Distilled 1991, Bottled 2021)  |  Distillery: Auchentoshan  |  Bottler: La Maison du Whisky (Artist Series #11)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuchentoshan, located on the outskirts of Glasgow in the Scottish Lowlands, holds a singular distinction: it is the only Scotch whisky distillery that triple distils every drop of its spirit. This process yields a new-make spirit reaching 81% ABV — the highest distillate of any single malt distillery in Scotland — resulting in an exceptionally clean, light-bodied character that takes on cask influence with notable elegance over time. For the Artist series, La Maison du Whisky — the prestigious French independent bottler — selected a single hogshead cask that had quietly matured this triple-distilled spirit for three full decades, bottling it at natural cask strength without chill filtration or artificial color to preserve the full depth of its evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opens with lavender and green peppercorn, then unfolds into layers of apple pie, cumin, and almond. A secondary wave reveals ripe mango and cinnamon bark, signaling the influence of thirty years in oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is immediately tropical — pineapple and lychee arrive with surprising vibrancy for a whisky of this age. The mid-palate shifts to apple jelly and beeswax, building richness through fig and date, while a fresh note of cut grass keeps the profile from becoming overly heavy. Despite the 62.7% ABV, the triple distillation lends a remarkably smooth texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long and layered. Citrus and coffee emerge first, followed by ginger, roasted pineapple, and chocolate, eventually tapering into delicate floral tones of daisy, iris, and rose petal alongside malted barley.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Artist #11 Auchentoshan 30\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt cask strength and with only 164 bottles in existence, this is best experienced neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate its full aromatic complexity. A few drops of water open up the tropical fruit notes and temper the heat, revealing additional floral layers. Given the rarity and age of this bottling, mixing in cocktails is not recommended — this is a contemplative dram meant to be savored slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors seeking ultra-rare independent bottlings from closed or limited cask selections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a serious Scotch enthusiast who values Lowland single malts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilestone celebrations where a 30-year-old whisky matches the significance of the occasion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComparative tastings exploring the effect of triple distillation on long-aged single malt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Artist #11 Auchentoshan 30 taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers a striking combination of tropical fruit — pineapple, lychee, and mango — alongside beeswax, fig, and date, finishing with chocolate, coffee, and rose petal. The triple-distilled Auchentoshan character keeps the palate lighter and more floral than many 30-year-old Highland or Speyside malts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Artist #11 Auchentoshan 30 compare to the official Auchentoshan 21 Year Old?\u003c\/strong\u003e The official Auchentoshan 21 is bottled at 43% ABV and matured in a combination of bourbon, sherry, and Oloroso casks, delivering a softer, more approachable profile. The Artist #11 at 62.7% ABV from a single hogshead offers significantly more intensity, complexity, and nine additional years of maturation, making it a substantially different experience in both depth and power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Artist #11 Auchentoshan 30 good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — this cask-strength, limited-edition bottling was designed to be sipped neat or with a few drops of water. The triple distillation provides a surprisingly smooth texture even at 62.7% ABV, though water reveals additional layers of complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Artist #11 Auchentoshan 30 made?\u003c\/strong\u003e The whisky was distilled at Auchentoshan Distillery in Dalmuir, on the outskirts of Glasgow in Scotland's Lowland region. It was selected, matured, and bottled by La Maison du Whisky, a French independent bottler, as the 11th release in their Artist series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Artist #11 Auchentoshan 30?\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged Comté or Gruyère cheese complement the beeswax and nutty tones. Dark chocolate with sea salt mirrors the coffee and chocolate in the finish. Roasted stone fruit or a warm fig tart echo the date and fig notes on the palate. Smoked almonds connect with the almond thread on the nose, while a citrus-dressed ceviche plays off the lychee and pineapple character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Artist #11 Auchentoshan 30 come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e This bottling is available exclusively in the 700ml format, which is standard for European and independent bottler releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Artist #11 Auchentoshan 30 worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e This positions firmly in the ultra-premium collector tier — a 30-year-old cask-strength single malt limited to 164 bottles from one of Scotland's most distinctive distilleries. The combination of age, rarity, and the unique triple-distillation provenance places it among the most sought-after independent Auchentoshan bottlings on the secondary market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Artist #11 Auchentoshan 30?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat sets this release apart is the intersection of extreme rarity and a production method found nowhere else in Scotch whisky. Auchentoshan's triple distillation creates a spirit that ages differently from any other single malt — lighter in body but extraordinarily receptive to cask influence, which at thirty years yields a complexity that oscillates between tropical exuberance and deep, waxy richness. With only 164 bottles drawn from a single 1991 hogshead and bottled at full cask strength, this is a snapshot of a specific moment in time that cannot be replicated. For collectors and serious Lowland malt enthusiasts, the Artist #11 represents one of the most compelling independent selections of Auchentoshan ever released.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837951602857,"sku":"35828","price":749.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Artist-11-La-Maison-du-Whisky__41667.jpg?v=1730502294"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/artist.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}