Renowned Scotch whisky distillery The Macallan announced its acquisition of the Vasyma cooperage in Jerez, Spain on Wednesday, according to The Spirits Business. The historic producer, owned by the Edrington Group, is known for its expert use of oak casks for aging its spirits, boasting an already extensive sherry cask aging program.
Founded in 1987, the Vasyma cooperage specializes in making barrels for sherry, Scotch whisky, and brandy production, and has provided casks to The Macallan for over 30 years. This purchase will give The Macallan more access to a supply of American oak from Vasyma’s supplier for cask manufacturing, the Ohio-based Coopers Oak.
