The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2023 Release)
- Distillery
- The Macallan
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 18 years
- Price
- £399
- Community rating
- 4.45 / 5 (38 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Vanilla, Dried Fruit, Toasted, Old Wood
- Description
- Sherry Oak leads the parade for 18 years. Old wood and dried fruit play a solid part. £399 either feels right or quite a commitment.
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✦ Neatly Summary
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2023 Release) is a 18-year-old single malt from The Macallan (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 43% ABV. Rated 4.4/5 by the community. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, vanilla, dried fruit, toasted. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Sherry Oak leads the parade for 18 years. Old wood and dried fruit play a solid part. £399 either feels right or quite a commitment.
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