The Macallan 12 Year Triple Cask Matured Whisky 70cl

Description

The Macallan 12 Year Triple Cask Matured Whisky

Founded in 1824 (making it nearly 200 years old) The Macallan distillery is located in Craigellachie, Moray in Scotland. The Macallen is classed as the second or third best-selling single malt scotch (behind Glenfiddich, and perhaps Glenlivet).

Initially The Macallan was only matured in oak sherry casks, which the distillery brought from Jerez de la Frontera in Spain. However in 2004 they introduced the Fine Oak series (now known as the Triple Cask Matured range), which started mellowing whisky in bourbon oak casks as well as the classic sherry casks.

With their Triple Cask Matured range, Macallan have created a series of single malts which are crafted in a triple cask combination of European and American sherry seasoned oak casks and American ex-bourbon oak casks. It is this combination of oak casks which ensure a smooth and delicate character which is bursting with citrus fruits, vanilla and fresh oak.

The three individual spirits, are matured in the different casks for 12 years. After this period of resting, they are expertly blended to create the final single malt. (This release was also previously known as Fine Oak 12 Years Old - it's simply the name, bottle and packaging which have changed - the contents remain the same).

The result is a whisky with a rich straw colour, and a complex nose. Vanilla, melon and lemon zest all coming through. On the palate this is well balanced, with lemon citrus, vanilla and nutmeg blending with light toasted oak. The finish brings lingering fruit notes of melon and papaya as well as fresh oak and a delicate spice.

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Perfect Serve

As with all whiskies, this is best drunk how you personally enjoy it. However the distillery recommends trying with a single large piece of ice. The large cube of ice melts slowly, diluting the drink less - preserving the light notes of this single malt and its gold colour from start to finish.

Alternatively, try in the mix. It;s distinct and delicious flavours will add an interesting edge to your favourite whisky based cocktail.