The Edition line may represent the peak of Macallan, and the sweet spot for value-for-money in their lineup. These no-age-statement whiskies cost around $100 and are produced by a partnership between the distillery and some master artisan from another discipline. For instance, I loved Edition No. 2, a collaboration between Macallan and the three-Michelin star chefs from Celler de Can Roca. This whisky is a blend of barrels selected by a master perfumer, Roja Dove. It's no surprise, then, that the nose is its standout feature: caramelized apple, black tea, smoke, and rich sherry combine to form a coherent and mouth-watering symphony. On first taste, its sherry-aged components come to the fore. This whisky has a creamy mouthfeel. Unfortunately, its taste is more generic than its lovely nose. The finish excels again, with sulfur smoke, chocolate, roasted nuts, and tart, dried fruit. If only they could combine this nose and finish with the palate of Edition No. 2!