the macallan 12 years old
- Distillery
- The Macallan
- Style
- Single Malt
- Release
- Unspecified
- Age
- 12 Years
- Alcohol
- 43% abv.
- Region
- Scotland, Speyside
- Bottled For
- Distillery
Described by Paul Pacult, the renowned international whisky writer, in his book Kindred Spirits as: "simply the best 12 Year Old single malt around", The Macallan has justly reaped such critical acclaim. The secret of The Macallan lies in defiant adherence to traditional methods and ingredients. The continued use of finest Golden Promise barley and the insistence on the finest oak casks are just two of the pre-requisites for perfection.
review by p-tuck
- Color
- amber
- Nose
- light smoke, citrus, zesty, flavorful
- Body
- slightly harsh, zesty, and ending smooth
- Palate
- Sherry
- Finish
- Warm and zesty
great classic scotch
review by flipper_gv
- Color
- Light gold
- Nose
- Eventually, lots of smoke going on here. Sea salt and peat are present too. Some malty sweetness going on: caramel, toffee and vanilla mostly. A bit of floral/fruity stuff going on in the background. Oak is present also.
- Body
- Not heavy (medium), but still oily in texture.
- Palate
- SMOKE! Some malty sweetness (read toffee, vanilla and molasses) upfront but quickly dissipates to a little bit of peat and Oak. Sea salt is there all along. The floral and fruity characteristics of the smell aren't present much here.
- Finish
- Medium to long. Smooth. Smoke, then oak, then it gets a bit sweet (molasses and toffee mostly).
Very very well balanced, which is hard to accomplish with so much strong flavors going on (smoke, oak, etc...). I was really impressed with this whisky, especially if I keep in mind its (relatively) low price. One that I'm sure will enjoy a lot.
review by linusstick
- Color
- Light gold
- Nose
- Earth, light fruit and hint of roasted malt
- Body
- Light
- Palate
- Very smooth and sweet. Iodine with a hint of saltiness.
- Finish
- Very light and slightly warm finish for being 86 proof.
Not bad. I like a little more rough edges and a more agressive flavor, but for those who are looking for a mild mannered smooth whisky, this is perfect.
review by anonymous
- Color
- deep, darrk, sort of burgundy-red.
- Nose
- Woody, nutty, hints of sherry.
- Body
- Full bodied
- Palate
- Strong, nutyy, woody flavor.
- Finish
- Long, stong, Warm finidh
Excellent finish, very strong and warm. Enjoyed well on its own.
review by anonymous
- Color
- Darker than most
- Nose
- Sweet, a bit tannic, light smoke
- Body
- Oily, piercing
- Palate
- Unpleasant. Sherry overpowers everything. Not balanced.
- Finish
- Lingering sherry, a little sting.
I found this to be highly overrated. Most flavors are meek, and the strong sherry just ruins it for me. I don't like it when my whiskey tastes like wine.
review by coloradodram
- Color
- Deep dark copper.
- Nose
- Rich, dry, sherry wine.
- Body
- Medium-light bodied - not overly gripping on the tongue, if even the legs betray this.
- Palate
- Candied roses dipped in thick wine, then baked with a topping of white pepper flakes and served on dark rock sugar.
- Finish
- Short and lacks a lot of depth, but the peppery dry warmth (especially with a dash of water) invites sip after delicious sip.
Definitely a dessert scotch, this is a can't-miss introduction to all your friends who drink wine. Dry, sweet, and inviting, try this one with some dark and/or orange chocolate to discover a world of Speyside sherry bliss.
review by thedippmann
- Color
- Liquid gold
- Nose
- Very light, slight woodiness
- Body
- Very light and smooth
- Palate
- Slight peat, cinnamon, and a butterscotch sweet.
- Finish
- Amazing finish, makes my tongue salivate.
The Macallan is a surefire any day. It's worth the price if you enjoy a good Scotch. One of my favorites!
review by mandrake
- Color
- Burnt honey
- Nose
- Woody, caramel, butter. Roses and a medicinal note.
- Body
- Fairly full body.
- Palate
- Light smoke, oak, orange, nutty, heather.
- Finish
- A bit curt, heather and phenol.
Great depth for a 12 yr, nice fruit and cask elements. Nose is so fantastic that it disappoints a bit on the palate. Still top-drawer.
review by eddie
- Color
- Dark Amber
- Nose
- Flowery, Honey and a little Wood.
- Body
- Full Body and a Good Alcohol Feel.
- Palate
- Sherry, Fruit, Wood, Sweet and a slight Burn.
- Finish
- Warm and Mouth Coating along with a little Butterscotch.
Don't think I've had a Macallan that didn't taste good, This is no exception. I Love the Islands and if I want a change this is one of the bottles I reach for.
review by mp
- Color
- Very dark gold, bronze-ish
- Nose
- Orange, Peach, Roses
- Body
- Full bodied
- Palate
- Walnuts, Peach, Flowers, Apples, Oranges.
- Finish
- Medium finish, smooth end. Cool.
One of the best i've had. Goes down extremely smooth, lacks the long finish, however, very cooling, and rarely hot. Well worth the price of $90/bottle. Floral and fruity are the definitive characteristics of this whisky.
