| Name: | Macallan 12 |
| Spirit Type: | Single Malt |
| Age: | 12 |
| Region: | Speyside |
| Year Distilled: | Not specified |
| Year Bottled: | Not specified (2012?) |
| Cask Maturation: | Oloroso Sherry |
| Alcohol %: | 43% |
| Color: | Amber + 3 |
| Date Purchased: | 2012.09 |
| Price: | $43 @ Costco |
Information
Ah, the Macallan. Thought by some to be the undisputed champion of sherried whiskies. Is that true? I’m not sure. But everyone should have a taste of Macallan 12 at some point – especially before demand outstrips supply!
Nose
Your classic sherry bomb. Rich druied fruits, brown sugar and spice. Winey, red grapes. Cloves and cinnamon. Some sweet orange notes, and a hint of salt. A bit of unlit match. Has a similarity to Armagnac.
Palate
Sherry Sherry Sherry. Syrupy mouthfeel. Dark oranges, christmas spices, and sweet melon. A hint of aged cheese bitterness.
Finish
Some similarities to Sherry. Sometimes a bit off-putting, actually, but expected as it is sherry matured (sherry has a dry bitternes to it). Medium in length.
Conclusion
A very well done sherry malt. Strangely, I have to be “in the mood” for this one – sometimes it is great, other times it doesn’t sit right. When it’s good, it’s great, although a bit one-dimensional.
Overall Rating: 86/100
Compare To:
- Glendronach 12
- Aberlour A’bunadh
- Bunnahabhain 12
Macallan