# The Macallan luxury spirits expansion in Asia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/the-macallan-luxury-spirits-expansion-in-asia
> Updated: 2026-10-13T11:37:58.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The Macallan has expanded its luxury spirits presence in the Asian travel retail market through new product launches and partnerships.

In early October 2026, the brand partnered with Lotte Duty Free to debut the Carta Nautica 20 Years Old at Singapore Changi Airport. This release, part of a four-part collection, was accompanied by pop-up activations at Terminals 2 and 3. This period also saw the fifth edition of the ‘World of Wines & Spirits’ programme at Changi, featuring rare bottles such as the Macallan Red Collection Set.

Following the Singapore debut, The Macallan introduced the TIME : SPACE Sherry Cask, a 20-year-old single malt, to the Asian market via Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. In collaboration with China Duty Free Group (CDFG), the launch included airport-wide activations. This specific expression is the third release in the TIME : SPACE Collection and utilizes casks seasoned with Valdespino sherry wine.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-13: The Macallan launches TIME : SPACE Sherry Cask in Asia

The Macallan has debuted its 20-year-old TIME : SPACE Sherry Cask at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, marking its first appearance in Asian travel retail.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-macallan-launches-time-space-sherry-cask-in-asia

### 2026-10-07: The Macallan and Changi Airport launch luxury spirits initiatives

The Macallan and Changi Airport Group are launching luxury spirit initiatives, including the exclusive Carta Nautica 20 Years Old and the World of Wines & Spirits 2026 showcase in Singapore.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-macallan-and-changi-airport-launch-luxury-spirits-initiatives

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