WH-MACK-012 The Original Mackinlay

🥃 The Original Mackinlay — Blended Scotch Whisky

Mackinlay’s Old Scotch Whisky is a historic blended Scotch with a rich legacy dating back to 1815. It gained international fame as the whisky choice of Sir Ernest Shackleton during his 1907–1909 Antarctic expedition. In 2007, several bottles of this whisky were discovered under Shackleton’s base camp, preserved in sub-zero temperatures for nearly a century.

Following this discovery, Whyte & Mackay, the current owner of the Mackinlay’s brand, recreated the original blend to honor Shackleton’s legacy. The result was the Mackinlay’s Rare Old Highland Malt, a blended malt whisky crafted from whiskies including Glen Mhor and Dalmore, aged in American oak sherry casks, and bottled at 47.3% ABV — the same strength as the original expedition bottles.

This recreation was released in two limited editions: “The Discovery” and “The Journey,” each presented in packaging that reflects the historical context of Shackleton’s expedition.

🔍 Features & Details

• Brand: Mackinlay’s

• Type: Blended Scotch Whisky (Blended Malt for the recreated version)

• Age: No Age Statement (NAS)

• Alcohol Content: 47.3% ABV (Recreated version)

• Bottle Size: Typically 700ml

• Origin: Scotland

• Maturation: Aged in American oak sherry casks (recreated blend)

• Flavor Profile: Rich and complex with notes of malt, oak, sherry, and a smooth, slightly smoky finish

🌟 Collectibility & Significance

• Historically significant as the whisky carried by Sir Ernest Shackleton on his Antarctic expedition.

• The 2007 discovery of century-old bottles adds to its legend and desirability.

• The recreated blend honors the original recipe and expedition spirit, making it highly collectible.

🎁 Presentation & Use

• Ideal for: Collectors, whisky enthusiasts, and those interested in whisky history.

• Serving Suggestion: Best enjoyed neat to appreciate its historical character and complex flavors.

• Packaging: Limited edition bottles with historical-themed packaging inspired by Shackleton’s expedition.