The Macallan A Night On Earth series is an annual limited release celebrating the spirit of New Year festivities and the joy of coming together. Each edition is crafted by The Macallan Whisky Mastery Team and presented in striking packaging created in collaboration with acclaimed Japanese-French illustrator Erica Dorn, whose work has also featured in Wes Anderson films. Her designs capture the traditions of Hogmanay, Scotland’s New Year celebration, blending cultural storytelling with artistic expression.

This lot includes the first three releases in the series, making it an exceptional opportunity for collectors to acquire a complete early set.

A Night On Earth 2022 (1st Edition) – Bottled at 40% ABV, this inaugural release was matured in American and European oak sherry seasoned casks alongside American ex-bourbon barrels. It delivers buttery shortbread sweetness balanced with light citrus and gentle spice.

A Night On Earth 2023 (2nd Edition) – Bottled at 43% ABV, this edition continues the tradition with maturation in American and European oak sherry seasoned casks with American ex-bourbon barrels. It carries festive flavours of dried orange, vanilla, and warming spices, inspired by Hogmanay delicacies.

A Night On Earth 2024 (3rd Edition) – Bottled at 43% ABV, the third release draws inspiration from New Year’s Eve celebrations in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain. Matured in European and American oak sherry seasoned casks, it evokes honeyed pastries, citrus, almonds, and festive spice, reflecting the region’s sherry heritage.

The Macallan Distillery

Founded in 1824 in Scotland’s Speyside region, The Macallan is one of the world’s most prestigious distilleries, recognised for its mastery of sherry-seasoned oak maturation and its dedication to natural colour and craftsmanship. Limited annual releases such as A Night On Earth showcase The Macallan’s ability to merge tradition with creativity, resulting in collectible bottlings that quickly become highly sought after.

Tasting Notes

A Night On Earth 2022
Nose: Vanilla shortbread, buttercream and toasted oak.
Palate: Sweet biscuit notes with citrus and soft spice.
Finish: Smooth, sweet and gently warming.

A Night On Earth 2023
Nose: Dried orange, vanilla and festive spices.
Palate: Buttery shortbread layered with warming cinnamon and nutmeg.
Finish: Sweet, spicy and lingering with a festive character.

A Night On Earth 2024
Nose: Honeyed pastries, citrus, almonds, treacle and spice.
Palate: Sweet pastry, grapes, almonds and vanilla with rosemary and festive spice.
Finish: Sweet, vibrant and warming.

Why Add The Macallan A Night On Earth Set (2022–2024) to Your Collection?

This trio represents the complete first three releases of The Macallan’s limited annual gifting series, each edition offering its own distinctive character while sharing a unifying theme of celebration and artistry. With demand for Macallan’s seasonal collections growing rapidly, securing this set ensures you own an unbroken sequence of the series from its very beginning—making it a highly desirable addition to any serious collection.