A Night on Earth - The First Light
Celebrating the first sunrise of the new year seen over New Zealand, one of the most easterly countries of the world.
A limited edition single malt whisky matured in a harmonious combination of sherry seasoned European and American oak casks, with sparing inclusion of casks that previously held Bourbon. A Night on Earth - The First Light is a radiant tribute to the feeling of joy, renewal and shared beginnings at the very first light of the new year.
REUNIRSE PARA CELEBRAR
A Night on Earth in Scotland, que cuenta la historia de las mundialmente famosas fiestas escocesas de Hogmanay, celebradas anualmente el 31 de diciembre, capta la alegría universal de celebrar el cambio de año.
Este lanzamiento estacional es una colaboración con la aclamada ilustradora franco-japonesa Erica Dorn, cuyas ilustraciones han aparecido en las películas del director Wes Anderson.
El single malt se presenta en un envase único para ofrecer una experiencia especial al abrir la caja y las juguetonas ilustraciones abstractas de Dorn se inspiran en los rituales históricos de fuego dominantes en las celebraciones de Año Nuevo en todo el mundo.
LA EXPERIENCIA
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TRADICIÓN DE HOGMANAY
Hogmanay, que se pronuncia "hog-muh-nei", es la célebre fiesta de Nochevieja en Escocia. Los diseños a medida de Erica Dorn revelan algunas de las costumbres propias del Hogmanay escocés, como el acto de "pisar primero", en el que da buena suerte que un visitante moreno sea la primera persona en cruzar el umbral de tu casa después de la medianoche.
Según la tradición, el "primero en pisar" llevará tres cosas: shortbread, whisky y carbón para el fuego. Cada regalo está diseñado para aportar comodidad y felicidad a su hogar durante el resto del año. El pan de molde también es un sabor prominente en el whisky.
Celebration Inspired by Nature
The Macallan A Night on Earth - The First Light tells a universal story of celebration through New Zealand's breathtaking natural landscapes.
Inspired by rugged beaches, ancient trees and expansive summer skies - the exterior packaging reflects the crimson glow of bonfires on sand, while the inner layers reveal the deep blue of night skies illuminated by fireworks over the ocean. The final amber-toned layer evokes that magical first golden light of dawn as the new year begins - a tribute to nature's role in our most meaningful celebrations.
Special Moments
For this fourth release in the A Night on Earth series, we have collaborated with New Zealand-born artist and illustrator Bonnie Brown. Bonnie has drawn on her own memories of celebrating the New Year on the coast to inspire the artwork and design of The First Light.
Rooted in the warmth of long summer days, her illustrations reflect cherished rituals, welcoming the sunrise with loved ones and moments of quiet reflection by the ocean. The layers of the gift box design mirror the progression of a New Year's celebration in New Zealand, from dusk to dawn: a vibrant beach gathering, a sky lit by fireworks, and finally the golden glow of morning light.
Bonnie’s artwork invites you to unwrap not just a whisky, but a feeling of joy, renewal and shared beginnings of the very first light of the year.
“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. It’s a fond memory and a key part of our annual tradition.”
Bonnie Brown
Illustrator
Presentation: The Gift
This year's release of The Macallan A Night on Earth elevates gifting to an act of shared celebration.
The beautifully designed box takes inspiration from New Year's Eve by the coast, beginning with the warm glow of bonfires on the outer sleeve.
As you lift the lid, vibrant blues come alive with the energy of fireworks reflected on water. The final reveal shows the golden light of morning - a symbolic new beginning. Every detail, from the embossed textures to the carefully chosen colours, honours both tradition and innovation.
It is a gift designed to be experienced together, embodying The Macallan's commitment to craftsmanship and the joy of meaningful connections.
Make the serve
The First Light
Step 1
Add all ingredients except soda to a shaker.
Step 2
If using egg white, shake vigorously without ice (dry shake), then add ice and shake again.
Step 3
Double strain into a highball glass with an ice spear.
Step 4
Wait about 15 seconds to let the foam settle.
Step 5
Top with soda water.
Step 6
Garnish with popping candy and redcurrants.
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