The Macallan is one of the most prestigious single malt Scotch whisky distilleries in the world, with roots stretching back to 1824 when Alexander Reid established a distillery on the banks of the River Spey in the Speyside region of Scotland. Believed to be the site of an illicit farm distillery during the 1700s, The Macallan was among the first distilleries in Scotland to obtain a legal licence, cementing its place in whisky history from the very beginning. The distillery has built its reputation on an unrivalled commitment to the mastery of wood and spirit, with exceptional cask selection at the heart of everything it produces. The Macallan's portfolio ranges from accessible expressions to extraordinarily rare releases, all sharing a hallmark richness and depth that has made the brand a benchmark for quality in the single malt category. At the pinnacle of the portfolio sits the Red Collection, an exquisite range of eight remarkable and rare single malts — including some of the oldest whiskies ever released by the distillery — each shaped by the legacy of founder Alexander Reid. From collectors to connoisseurs, The Macallan is universally regarded as one of the world's finest whisky producers.