The Macallan Distil Your World Hong Kong Single Cask #8325 1-of-2 Edition 54.1 ABV 1999 (1 BT70 + 1 BT20)

The Macallan Distil Your World Hong Kong Single Cask#8325 1-of-2 Edition 54.1 ABV 1999

Cask #8325, European Sherry Oak Hogshead, distilled in 1999, 1 of 2 bottles, with its twin bottle kept at Macallan's archive. The cask is specifically hand selected by Euan Kennedy, Lead Whisky Maker of Macallan, for its intensity, boldness and structure - an expression capable of telling the sensory story of Hong Kong through The Macallan lens.

All proceeds of this lot will directly go to Society of Community Organization Hong Kong

1 bt70 (opc) + 1 bt20 sample bottle

TASTING NOTES

Nose

Immediately redolent of deep incense and aromatic spices. Sweetness and complexity follows with notes of brown sugar, treacle and aromatic black tea. Further exploration provides hints of apricots, dried fruits and dark chocolate.

Palate

Decadent waves of spiced ginger, antique oak and beautiful sweetness. With t.mes , bright fruity notes come to the fore.

Finish

Long, rich and lasting with spice and tropical petrichor.

THE ART PRINT

The concept behind this mural is a visionary Hong Kong evolution, that traverses a century of Hong Kong's transformation. It captures the dynamic city's vertical landscape, portraying its constant state of change, twisting forms, expansion, and transformative growth. As viewers journey through this passage, they are invited to witness and reflect on the profound metamorphosis of the city's built environment. By merging historical elements with modern perspectives, the mural not only celebrates Hong Kong's architectural advancements but also prompts a deeper appreciation of the intricate interplay between urban development and natural surroundings. This evolution journey is designed to engage audiences on multiple levels, offering both a visual feast and an intellectual exploration of how the city has evolved overt.mes . through this artwork, I aim to spark a dialogue about the past, present, and future of urban landscapes, and encourage a renewed sense of connection with the ever-changing world around us.

THE ARTIST: Pat Wing Shan Wong (aka Flyingpig)

Pat Wing Shan Wong (aka Flyingpig) is the assistant professor in the Academy of Visual Art, Hong Kong Baptist University (BUAVA). Her practice lies in the intersections of architecture, technology, memory and identity that portray community stories ranging from people to landscapes and objects from her surroundings. In 2016, the first personal picture book The Scenery of Old Shops was published, presenting the life philosophy of these small shops and people who have been quietly working hard, with a warm and fresh style of painting.

Published in 2018, Once Upon a t.mes in Tai Kwun, a collects ion of 100 oral stories of the old neighbourhoods in Central, reconstructed the history and human relations of the museum and the community in the 1970s. Her works are now collects ed by the Hong Kong Museum of Art. In her artwork, she includes some Nature and Community Spirit elements.

ABOUT THE SOCIETY FOR COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION (SoCO)

Founded in 1971, the Society for Community Organization (SoCO) advocates for Hong Kong’s most disadvantaged communities. Through community organizing social action and social services, SoCO works to promote equal opportunity, strengthen residents’ ability to solve problems, and rebuild confidence, dignity, and social cohesion.

SoCO provides urgent support and essential social services to individuals and families in crisis. Its programs span education, employment, health and housing, empowering people to overcome hardship and contribute to a fairer, more caring society.

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