In this exclusive short film, legendary Master Blender Max McFarlane reflects on a lifetime in whisky and the craftsmanship behind 17 Black.
Filmed in the intimate setting of the Dakota Hotel Champagne Bar, this 10-minute interview captures the story, character, and vision behind one of the most limited whisky releases of its kind. With only 1,400 bottles ever created, Max walks us through the art of blending malts from Speyside and Orkney, the influence of Spanish and American oak casks, and the magic of non-chill filtration and natural colour.
From tasting notes of Dundee cake and honey, to a whisky that “wants to holiday on your palate,” Max shares what makes this dram truly unforgettable — and why 17 years is the perfect age for balance, complexity, and richness.
A must-watch for collectors and connoisseurs alike.
"A marriage made in heaven."
"This whisky just wants to holiday on your palate... and stay there forever."
