Distillery: The Macallan Distillers LTD
Region: Easter Elchies, Craigellachie, Scotland
Aging: No Age Statement
ABV: 43%
Proof: 86 Proof
Mash Bill: 100% Single Malt
Non-Chill Filtered: No
Macallan 12 MSRP Price: $99
Macallan 12 Year Tasting Notes
Appearance: Amber
Nose: Rich sherry notes, dark fruits, black cherry, plum, raisin, vanilla, toasted oak, malt, light smoke
Palate: Sweet sherry notes, raisin, plum, dark fruits, charred oak, hints of smoke, malt, light spice, clove, pepper notes
Finish: Medium finish with a nice mouthfeel full of rich charred oak, hints of smoke, and tons of dark fruit and sherry notes – leaves you with a lingering peppery spice on the tail end
Is Macallan 12 Year an Approachable Whisky?
Macallan 12 Year Whisky is an extremely approachable whisky.
It has lovely fruit flavors that satisfy a sweet tooth and reminds me of dried or candied fruits.
It also has a nice balance of oak, spice, and sweetness that all whisky drinkers will enjoy.
Is Macallan 12 Year Complex?
Macallan 12 Year has a nice amount of complexity and depth of flavor.
The 12 years in the barrel add just the right amount of oak, caramel, vanilla, and sherry flavors.
It’s no surprise why Macallan is a favorite Scotch to many whisky drinkers.
What are Macallan 12 Year’s strongest attributes/flavors?
Macallan 12 Year’s strongest attribute is that it is extremely well-balanced while also providing a nice, bold flavor profile that really wakes up and satisfies your taste buds.
Is Macallan 12 Year a go-to whisky?
Macallan 12 Year is absolutely a go-to whisky if you don’t mind spending the $99 per bottle.
In particular, it’s an excellent go-to whisky if you are a fan of:
- Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- Hints of Smoke
- Sherry Cask Finishes (Dark Fruit Notes)
Is Macallan 12 Year priced accurately to its quality?
Macallan 12 Year delivers on its $99 price tag.
While it is a bit pricier than a bottle of bourbon, it is right in the average price range for a Scotch whisky of this quality.
It’s extremely smooth to drink and full of flavor and competes with many of the other bottles on the shelf along side it at this price point.
Conclusion for Macallan 12 Year
Macallan 12 Year is a delicious Scotch whisky.
When I think of a whisky I could just sip on and drink all night, this is an excellent contender.
It’s easy to drink, has a nice flavor profile that wakes up all of your taste buds, has a nice finish with a nice bit of spice and hints of smoke that I really enjoy.
If you’ve never had a pour of Macallan 12 Year, I would give this one a shot.
Plus, it’s always an well-balanced Scotch to have on your shelf when guests come over and want a nice pour.
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