The Macallan Triple Cask Matured 12 Years Old

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A Macallan matured for 12 years in three cask types: European and American oak sherry-seasoned casks plus American ex-bourbon casks. Smooth and delicate, with citrus, vanilla and melon.

Details

Brand	The Macallan
Distillery	The Macallan
Origin	Scotland / Speyside
Style	Single Malt
Age	12 yrs
ABV	40%
Cask	Sherry-seasoned casks (European and American oak) and bourbon casks

Flavour profile

Smoky
Sweet
Fruity
Spicy
Rich

* Editorial estimate.

Tasting notes

Nose: Vanilla, melon and lemon zest.
Palate: Medium-bodied and balanced, with lemon, vanilla, lightly toasted oak and nutmeg.
Finish: Lingering, with melon, papaya, fresh oak and oak spice.

* Editorial tasting notes.

How to enjoy it

Neat
With water
On the rocks

Lighter than the Sherry Oak, it is lovely neat or with a little water. On the rocks the citrus and vanilla stay fresh.

Food pairing

Grilled white fish, chicken with lemon, or fruit tarts.

Background & production

Made at The Macallan distillery in Speyside. The Triple Cask Matured range was launched in 2018, taking the place of the earlier Fine Oak range.

The spirit matures separately in European oak sherry-seasoned casks, American oak sherry-seasoned casks and American ex-bourbon casks for 12 years before being married together. The bourbon casks give a lighter, citrus-and-vanilla character than Macallan's all-sherry Sherry Oak. Bottled at 40%.