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The Macallan Sherry Oak Cask 12YO 700ml Scotch Whisky

The Macallan Sherry Oak Cask 12YO 700ml Scotch Whisky

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The Macallan Sherry Oak Cask 12 Year Old displays rich gold colour with complex nose featuring vanilla hints. This smooth, medium-balanced Scotch whisky delivers fruit, oak, and spice with long finish of sweet dried fruits.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

The Macallan Sherry Oak Cask 12 Year Old displays a rich gold colour with amber highlights, reflecting the influence of hand-picked sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez, Spain. The wine's brilliant clarity and deep hue hint at the maturation process and exceptional quality that define this iconic single malt Scotch whisky.

Aroma

The nose is complex with hints of vanilla, creating an inviting and sophisticated bouquet. Layers of dried fruits, particularly sultanas and raisins, emerge alongside notes of sherry sweetness, subtle spice, and hints of citrus zest. The aromatic profile showcases the influence of sherry oak maturation with depth and elegance.

Palate

The palate is smooth and medium-balanced with fruit, oak, and spice creating harmonious complexity. Rich flavours of dried fruits, particularly figs and dates, are complemented by sherry sweetness and subtle oak influence. Notes of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg add warmth, whilst the whisky's silky texture ensures exceptional drinkability. The finish is long with sweet dried fruits, oak, and spice lingering elegantly.

Pairs With

This distinguished single malt pairs beautifully with dark chocolate and fruit cake, where its sherry sweetness complements rich desserts. Blue cheese such as Stilton creates a classic pairing, whilst roasted nuts, dried fruits, and Christmas pudding work wonderfully for special occasions and contemplative sipping.

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Product Information

Variety: Scotch Whisky

Size mL: 700

Region: Scotland

ABV: 40%

Age Statement: 12 Year Old

Distillery Info

The Macallan Sherry Oak range which features a series of single malt whiskies matured exclusively in hand-picked sherry seasoned oak casks from Jerez for richness and complexity. This special single malt delivers an intensely rich and full flavour character, citrus, dried fruits and wood smoke.

A matured character, the 12 Years Old delivers rich wood spice and dried fruits and a natural rich gold colour.

Every Macallan single malt reveals the unrivalled commitment to the mastery of wood and spirit for which The Macallan has been known since it was established in 1824. It is an expression of our enduring desire to go beyond ordinary, to seek out the extraordinary, and create peerless single malts.

With an unflinching commitment to put sherry casks at the heart of The Macallan single malt, our reputation for the extraordinary is testament to the exceptional oak casks in which we mature our spirit. Sourced, crafted, toasted and seasoned under the watchful eye of The Macallan Master of Wood, these hand-picked casks are delivered to the demanding specifications of The Macallan Master Distiller and his team.

Once filled, the maturing spirit remains undisturbed in the same casks for the necessary number of years it needs to be worthy of its destined Macallan expression. It is these oak casks that make the greatest contribution to the quality, natural colour and distinctive aromas and flavours which lie at the heart of The Macallan single malt. Distillery Notes

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