Celebrating the arrival of the first light of the new year in New Zealand, one of the most easterly countries in the world, the limited edition single malt s the fourth release in the annual A Night on Earth series that honors New Year traditions across the globe. This release draws inspiration from one of the first sunrises of the year.

Created from a combination of sherry seasoned American and European oak casks selected by The Macallan Whisky Mastery Team and complemented by the sparing introduction of American oak casks that once held bourbon, the whisky offers a delicate sweetness.

“This edition of A Night on Earth is about light – its cultural symbolism and its sensory warmth,” said The Macallan Whisky Maker Russell Greig. “Inspired by traditions and rituals that have been handed down from generation to generation, this is a whisky designed to be gifted, shared, and enjoyed with friends and family. Unmistakably Scottish at its heart, this single malt acknowledges its Antipodean narrative with a finish that is sweet and fruity, with mellow spice and toasted oak.”

The Macallan collaborates with local artists from around the world to bring to life each edition of the A Night on Earth series. For this expression, it has collaborated with Bonnie Brown, an artist and illustrator living in Wellington, New Zealand, to craft a gift box representing her memories of home on New Year’s Eve. In New Zealand, people traditionally welcome the new year on the beach, celebrating with festivities, parties, and fireworks. The sunrise symbolizes the beginning of a new chapter and is embraced as a time for joy, personal reflection, and fresh starts.

“When I created this artwork, it reminded me of my family’s New Year’s Day ritual – starting the day at the beach and taking a swim in the ocean,” said Bonnie Brown. “It’s a fond memory and a key part of our annual tradition. Having spent many summers on the coast, the design reflects the enjoyment of being outdoors all day. It embodies the Kiwi way of life that I grew up with, like the weekends I spent exploring different parts of New Zealand with my mum and appreciating nature to the fullest.”

The Macallan’s A Night on Earth: The First Light is available for $124.

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