The Macallan Introduces Distil Your World Mexico

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Erbay Zorlu

The Macallan has released Distil Your World Mexico, an exceptional single malt whisky and documentary film which captures a sensorial journey through one of the country’s most vibrant celebrations – the Day of the Dead festival.

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Distil Your World Mexico marks the latest release in the series of limited edition single malt whiskies and gastronomic creations exploring leading locations around the globe. Crafted by The Macallan Whisky Maker Diane Stuart in collaboration with the Roca brothers, owners of El Celler de Can Roca, twice named Best Restaurant in the World, Distil Your World Mexico reflects the energy, color, spirit and traditions at the heart of this joyful celebration.

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To uncover the mastery behind Mexico’s dynamic celebration of life, Diane and Joan Roca traveled to Mexico City to spend time with the people who encapsulate the traditions, craftsmanship and artistic nature of the dynamic Day of the Dead festival. Among those they met are globally acclaimed chef and baker Elena Reygadas, curator Josefina Garcia, who is director of collections at Dolores Olmedo Museum, which houses the world’s largest collection of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, and farmer Luiz Perez, who cultivates the marigold flowers which play a central role in the Day of the Dead festival. Their journey and experiences with the remarkable figures they encountered will be showcased in a new 30-minute documentary film.

Matured in a combination of meticulously selected American and European oak casks, Distil Your World Mexico is an exceptional limited-edition single malt whisky which defines the character and spirit of this vibrant tradition and pays homage to the spectacle of Mexico. Displaying a 100% natural color of vibrant marigold, it delivers captivating notes of sugared pan de muerto bread, creamy vanilla and sweet pineapple.

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The Macallan Whisky Maker Diane Stuart said: “Mexico is full of passion and energy, and you can feel it from the moment you arrive. On the Day of the Dead that escalates to create the most amazing atmosphere of excitement and celebration. This passion and energy is what we try to capture in Distil Your World Mexico and was a fantastic opportunity to explore The Macallan’s inventory to find just the right flavors to reflect Mexico.

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“As whisky makers, we put a lot of heart into what we do, in the same way that Mexicans prepare for this celebration of life.”

The globally acclaimed Roca brothers also created a complex and daring menu that immerses diners in the Day of the Dead festival. Their creations, which like the whisky, took inspiration from the celebrations vibrant colors, shapes, characters, cultural traditions and dishes which form part of Mexico’s inimitable cuisine.

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Joan Roca said: “This is a big celebration of the joy of being alive. You can smell it, see it in the colors, and in the food they are preparing. It is a unique opportunity to grasp the soul of a country and try to distill it into a gastronomic experience. This is our humble approach to something that is absolutely huge, because like always, food brings people together.”

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The Macallan Distil Your World Mexico is housed in a striking white presentation box, the inside of which features a marigold design embracing the bottle. The vibrant pink lining of the presentation box and touches of pink on the bottle are also inspired by the Day of the Dead as pink symbolizes joy and the celebration of life. Included in the pack is an exclusive, bespoke artwork created by illustrator Alfredo Rios, who specializes in depicting nature and Mexican folklore.

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The Macallan Distil Your World Mexico is a limited-edition release and will be available starting November 2023 for an SRP of $4,500 for the 750ml bottle at select The Macallan Boutiques around the world, in premium specialist retailers and in exclusive premium non-specialist retailers.

For further information visit www.themacallan.com

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Whisky Maker’s Notes:

ABV: 48.0%
Color: Vibrant marigold
Aroma: Sugared pan de muerto bread, creamy vanilla and sweet pineapple sit alongside fragrant marigold flowers and a hint of fresh green coriander.
Palate: Intense sweetness with flavors of orange oil and chocolatey Mexican mole with charred pineapple.
Finish: Sweet with a delicate note of charred coals. A whisky that stays with you.

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One Sip And It's All Clear: The New Gran Centenario Cristalino

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Mary Delano & Annabella Pardo

Gran Centenario, Mexico’s #1 tequila, proudly announces the U.S. launch of Gran Centenario Cristalino. Founded in 1857 by Lazaro Gallardo, the first ever Tequila Master Distiller in history, Gran Centenario is rooted in over 150 years of Mexican heritage and tradition and continues to expand its historic family portfolio with this exquisite new release.

Handcrafted in the highlands of Jalisco, all expressions of Gran Centenario (Plata, Reposado, Añejo, Leyenda, and now, Cristalino) are produced with 100% Blue Weber Agaves at Ex-Hacienda Los Camichines. Expertly crafted using the brand’s proprietary process, ‘Selección Suave’ - in which newly rested tequilas are blended with the smoothest aged reserves - Gran Centenario Cristalino uses the finest Añejo and Extra Añejo tequilas matured in American oak barrels. A first for the brand, the blended aged tequila is then finished in Calvados casks for a few months, before being filtered through a meticulous process with Mexican silver, transforming the aged tequila into a crystal-clear liquid. The resulting spirit has the smoothness and depth of an aged tequila, with hints of fresh apple and oak coming from the Calvados cask finish.

“It’s an exciting time for the Tequila category in the U.S., with new and existing tequila enthusiasts increasingly seeking out more premium products with different elements in finishing and aging,” said Alex Coronado, Head of Production and Master Distiller at Gran Centenario Tequila. “Gran Centenario Cristalino is a remarkable spirit and marks the first time we have finished our tequila in Calvados casks, and used silver in our Cristalino filtration process. Producing an unparalleled taste to any other tequila out there, the result is a clear tequila, rich in notes of sweet agave, toffee, fresh apple, and oak.”

Gran Centenario Cristalino arrives in the U.S as the Cristalino category experiences exponential growth. First introduced in Mexico over a decade ago with the help of Coronado, Cristalino makes up over 35% of the high-end tequila category, and the U.S. is starting to see similar potential. As the latest offering from Mexico’s number one selling tequila, Gran Centenario Cristalino offers a truly transformative, smooth yet complex profile from the very first sip.

● Sight: Flawless clarity with hints of silver.

● Aroma and palate: Sweet notes of cooked agave and toffee aromas with a touch of fresh apple, and oak.

● Finish: Long, complex, and ultra-smooth.

Available for purchase nationwide at select fine liquor stores, restaurants and bars for a suggested retail price of $79.99 USD (750mL / 80 proof), Gran Centenario Cristalino is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks with a lime twist. For more information, please visit www.grancentenario.com or follow on Instagram and Facebook at @grancentenariotequila.

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What To Know Before You Book Your Trip To Tulum Mexico

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Alexandra Reconco

Are you looking for a quick and easy trip that’s not too far from home but far enough to feel like you’re getting away? Well, we have the perfect vacation spot that’s only a little over 4 hours away from JFK. Tulum is a town on the Caribbean coastline of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula. It is best known for its beaches, well-preserved ruins of an ancient Mayan port city, and breathtaking views and excursions. Tulum is a dreamy paradise that is home to some of the most beautiful world wonders such as the cenotes and bio reserves which truly look like they are out-of-this world. Tulum is the perfect vacation spot and to ensure that this vacation is stress-free, we have curated a guide for the best hotels, and activities so that you don’t have to worry about planning.

Where to Stay

Ahau Tulum

“Where nature is the new luxury.” Ahau Tulum is an eco-friendly hotel resort that mimics a healthy ecosystem. Ahau Tulum is the place where you truly become one with nature and truly find yourself and have nature fill your heart and soul. Ahau Tulum offers all different kinds of cabanas to choose from that make the experience with nature even more surreal. Ahau Tulum offers a variety of food and offers the best quality of the freshest ingredients in order for the guests to receive the best of what nature can offer.

Casa Malca

Getting away for Casa Malca means connecting yourself with the wild but also allowing yourself to let go. Located on the beach, Casa Malca is surrounded by white-sand, crystal-clear water and the wonders of the rainforest, the ideal place that makes it feel like your in an alternate reality. Casa Malca offers four restaurants all different so that you can experience something brand-new at varying sensory and pleasure levels.

What to Do

Go visit the Cenotes:

Cenotes are a natural pit, or sinkhole that results from the collapse of limestone bedrock which then exposes groundwater underneath. Tulum is jam-packed with incredible cenotes and below are some the best that are truly a wonder worth seeing.

Tulum Ruins

Visiting the ruins should be on everyone’s list when on vacation to Tulum. This Mayan city  is very well preserved and sits atop of a beautiful beach and was used as a seaport that traded mainly turquoise and jade. Tulum is very famous and a crowd favorite because of its elegant setting on the sheer limestone cliffs and is the only Mayan city built on the coast. Visiting the ruins is the perfect day trip for those who want to immerse themselves in history and learn about the Mayan culture.

Sian Ka’an

Sian Ka’an is a biosphere reserve in Tulum that was established in 1986 and became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. Sian Ka’an means “gate of heaven” or “place where heaven begins.” This is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity that will show you an authentic experience with local guides and show you the wonders of the ecosystem and wildlife. Visiting Sian Ka’an is the perfect adventure for those who love nature and love to explore the wonders of Mexico.

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