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
- Rating of 4.8 with only 5 reviews might be a limited endorsement, especially given its £799 price tag. The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2016 Release) entices with 'Sherried' and 'Chocolate' richness. At 43% ABV, it holds a muted intensity. With 'Old Wood' and 18 years of patience, it's a gamble either way.
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✦ Neatly Summary
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.
Rating of 4.8 with only 5 reviews might be a limited endorsement, especially given its £799 price tag. The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2016 Release) entices with 'Sherried' and 'Chocolate' richness. At 43% ABV, it holds a muted intensity. With 'Old Wood' and 18 years of patience, it's a gamble either way.
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