Folio 8, The Macallan’s New Limited Edition Whisky

The Macallan has announced the release of Folio 8, the latest edition in The Archival Series, celebrating the brand’s legendary advertising campaigns from the 1980s and 1990s.

This exclusive release brings together the creative brilliance of The Macallan’s past, featuring stories, anecdotes, drawings, and photographs from its most memorable ads. Accompanied by a commemorative booklet and digital content, Folio 8 is beautifully presented in a book-shaped box, making it a must-have for collectors and whisky enthusiasts alike.

Folio 8 pays tribute to one of The Macallan’s most iconic advertising moments,“The Colossus of Nose”, a clever 1980s billboard campaign inspired by the classical Colossus of Rhodes. Created by Art Director David Holmes and Copywriter Nick Salaman, this witty ad brought The Macallan’s distinctive aroma to life in a larger-than-life way.

“The inspiration for this eighth edition of The Macallan Folio Archival Series is the eminent billboard advert from the 1980s; ‘The colossus of nose’ which playfully alludes to the magnificent aroma emitted by our single malt. Drawing from The Macallan’s inventory of exceptional European sherry seasoned oak casks to deliver a whisky celebrating outstanding flavours and aromas, reflective of the stature and prominence of the artwork it reflects.” - Steven Bremner, Whisky Maker at The Macallan.

Beyond its nostalgic inspiration, Folio 8 is a truly remarkable whisky. Its natural terracotta colour is a nod to the roof tiles of Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, where The Macallan’s cask journey begins, and a subtle reference to the sculptural depiction of "The Colossus of Nose" in the original campaign.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Golden sultanas, ripe dates, sweet berry compote, toffee brittle, lemon peel, cinnamon, and hints of anise.
• Palate: Sweet raisins, sultanas, ginger, lemon and orange zest, toffee, and sweet oak.
• Finish: Long, rich, and warming, with lingering sweet oak spices.

Since launching in 2015, The Macallan Archival Series has paid tribute to the brand’s journey from a remote farmstead on the River Spey to one of the most recognised names in single malt whisky. Each edition breathes new life into The Macallan’s most unforgettable advertising campaigns, blending whisky excellence with the creativity that has shaped its legacy.