The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Years Old is a classic Speyside single malt, matured exclusively in hand-picked Oloroso sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez, Spain. This aging process imparts rich notes of dried fruits, oak, and warm spices. Smooth and balanced, it offers a timeless whisky experience with a naturally rich gold hue and a long, elegant finish.

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Nose
Big, with well-balanced sherried notes. Juicy malt, dried fruit (date/fig) Madeira cake. Water brings the sherry notes forward: tea, rubber, oak, but it hasn't taken over.

Palate
Rich, weighty. Elegant. Orange and light wood.

Finish
Long, oaky and winey.

Comment
Great balance between whisky and wood. To be honest I think this is a better Macallan than the Exceptional Cask.

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The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Years Old forms part of our 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. A matured character, the 12 Years Old delivers rich wood spice and dried fruits and a natural rich gold colour.

COLOUR
Rich gold.

NOSE
Complex with hints of vanilla.

PALATE
Smooth, medium balanced with fruit, oak and spice.

FINISH
Long with sweet dried fruits, oak and spice.

RICH. SPICE. DRIED FRUITS. 
When matured exclusively in Oloroso sherry seasoned oak casks from Jerez, Spain, our rich, fruity and full-bodied ?new make? spirit is transformed into a classic single malt. Once filled, the maturing spirit remains undisturbed in the same casks for 12 years and is brought together in this rich and complex whisky characterised by spice and dried fruit and a natural rich golden colour.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 40% ABV
Closure: Natural cork
Volume: 700ml
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 Years Old
Distillery: The Macallan
Maturation: Matured for a minimum of 12 years in sherry-seasoned oak casks
Cask Type: Predominantly hand-selected, sherry-seasoned European oak casks from Jerez, Spain
Style: Rich, smooth, full-bodied and complex
Region: Speyside, Scotland

Serving: Serve neat at room temperature, or add a few drops of water to reveal additional aromas
Recommended Glassware: Tulip-shaped whisky nosing glass or a crystal whisky tasting glass
Food Pairing: Dark chocolate, dried figs, raisins, roasted nuts, mature hard cheeses and desserts featuring orange or warming spices
Colour: Natural rich gold