About the distillery: The most distinguished of the famous single malt whisky blends, the Macallan has been producing whiskies since their production was legalized in 1824 (and probably before). Though the special bottlings are prized by Scotch connoisseurs, a generous attention to detail is placed on even the mass-produced vintages (10 years in the UK, 12 years elsewhere). Using fine barleys, limited yeast varieties, small stills, and solely dry oloroso (sherry) casks, the distillers at Macallan have succeeded in producing a single malt of outstanding consistent quality.
Tasting notes: Generally lovely. Amber color. Nose reveals hints of the components: spirit, barley, rich sherry. Taste is rich but smooth, body hits all areas of the mouth for a rounded but complex taste. The finish is similarly rounded and complex and quite long, with flavor running all the way down the throat. Taste is distinctive: sherry and barley sweetness. Great for after dinner or anytime; wonderful introduction to single malt Scotch whisky.
You will like this if you like: Older Macallans (recommended), Glenmorangie (compare the solely bourbon casks).
Ratings: Taster one, 90; taster two, 89; taster three, 91. Average: 90.
