Macallan Exceptional Single Cask 8 / 2017

The Macallan Exceptional Single Cask 8/2017 Single Malt Scotch Whisky
700ml | 57.9% ABV | Natural Color | Non-Chill Filtered | 1 of ~300 Bottles

An August Treasure from The Macallan

The Macallan Cask 8 2017 (bottled August 2017 as Cask #8/2017) is a rare, unblended expression from The Macallan’s Exceptional Single Cask series. Consequently, it offers the pure, unfiltered character of a single sherry-seasoned European oak cask. Moreover, with only around 300 bottles produced, it captures a unique moment of Macallan’s cask excellence in late summer 2017. Above all, it’s a true collector’s artifact.

Bottled Straight from the Cask

This whisky was drawn directly from Cask #8/2017 at natural cask strength—57.9% ABV—with no chill filtration or dilution. In fact, this August 2017 bottling showcases the distillery’s mastery of sherry cask maturation, delivering deep fruit, spice, and oak in perfect harmony. As a result, it offers a powerful yet balanced profile with a rich, oily texture that evolves beautifully with air.

Intense, Layered, and Remarkably Smooth

The nose reveals raisin, fig, and orange marmalade, followed by cinnamon, clove, and dark chocolate. Then, leather and tobacco emerge with air. On the palate, flavors of plum, toffee, and antique oak unfold with weight. Subtle notes of espresso, roasted almond, and beeswax add depth. Finally, the finish is long and warming—dried fruit, cocoa, and a whisper of smoke. Altogether, it captures the soul of this Macallan Cask 8 2017.

A Non-Repeatable Collector’s Gem

As a single cask release, the Macallan Cask 8 2017 is inherently limited and irreplaceable. Therefore, it holds strong value for collectors who seek authenticity, provenance, and rarity. Its minimalist label—featuring cask number and bottling date—makes it a prized addition to any Macallan library.

Explore Macallan’s Cask Legacy

If you admire unblended single malts, discover more in our [Macallan Exceptional Cask Collection]. You might also enjoy how the Macallan Cask 8 2017 tells the story of one cask—one irreplaceable chapter in The Macallan’s liquid history.