The Macallan Fine & Rare 1950 Cask No. 598 Single Malt Scotch Whisky

The Korean War begins and Uruguay beats Brazil to win the World Cup. The biggest ever robbery at the time occurred at Brink Express Co. in Boston, when 11 thieves stole over $3.7 million in 17 minutes. J. Edgar Hoover and the F.B.I would spend $129 million over several years to catch the perpetrators. In the UK, the Labour Party, led by Clement Attlee, wins the 1950 General Election. The aroma opens with rich citrus and lemon, layered with smoky peat and a forward floral character that’s almost perfumed. The palate follows with bright lemon and smoky peat notes, balanced by a hint of light wood.