The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2016 Release)
- Distillery
- The Macallan
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 18 years
- Price
- £799
- Community rating
- 4.80 / 5 (5 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Vanilla, Chocolate, Dried Fruit, Old Wood
- Description
- The Macallan's 18-year-old from the 2016 release is heavily sherried Speyside whisky, aged primarily in sherry oak to develop rich dried fruit, chocolate, and spice notes. A benchmark expression from one of Scotland's most prestigious distilleries.
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The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2016 Release) is a 18-year-old single malt from The Macallan (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 43% ABV. Rated 4.8/5 by the community. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — sherried, vanilla, chocolate, dried fruit. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
The Macallan's 18-year-old from the 2016 release is heavily sherried Speyside whisky, aged primarily in sherry oak to develop rich dried fruit, chocolate, and spice notes. A benchmark expression from one of Scotland's most prestigious distilleries.
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