The Macallan 12 Years Old Sherry Oak 110 Proof Highland Single Malt Scotch Whiskey
The Macallan 12 Years Old Sherry Oak 110 Proof Highland Single Malt Scotch Whiskey
The Macallan 12 Years Old Sherry Oak is a bold, intensified expression of the classic Sherry Oak style for which The Macallan is renowned. Matured for a minimum of twelve years on the Macallan Estate in Speyside, this exceptional single malt draws its rich character from carefully selected sherry-seasoned European oak casks, with complementary influence from American oak.
Bottled at a robust 110 proof (55% ABV), this elevated strength amplifies the whisky’s natural richness and complexity. The spirit reveals a deep mahogany hue—entirely natural in color—and a layered flavor profile where dried fruits, warming spices, and oak interplay beautifully. This expression embodies the hallmark Macallan style: luxurious, full-bodied, and shaped by the transformative power of sherry-seasoned oak.
The Sherry Oak Collection itself celebrates the journey of these exceptional casks, which impart notes of succulent dried fruits, ginger, and wood spice while deepening the whisky’s complexity with every year of maturation.
Tasting Notes
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Why Gifted Pour recommends it
Deep mahogany in the glass and bottled at a robust 110 proof, this Sherry Oak single malt suits the recipient who already loves the style and would enjoy meeting it at fuller strength. It is matured for a minimum of twelve years on the Macallan Estate in Speyside in sherry-seasoned European oak casks, with complementary influence from American oak. It pours rich with raisins and sultanas, candied citrus peel, ginger syrup and sweet cinnamon, then settles into a long, warming finish of oak spice and a gentle glow of ginger. It makes a considered gift for a promotion, a milestone birthday or Father's Day because it rewards slow attention. Pour it into a tulip glass, give it a few minutes to rest, then add a few drops of water to coax out more dried fruit and sweet spice. The entirely natural color and elevated strength mark it as a bottle for savoring neat, ideally shared over dark chocolate or aged cheese with someone who appreciates the difference.
Pairs well with
- Dark chocolate — The bittersweet cocoa sets off the whisky's raisin and sultana sweetness and its ginger and cinnamon warmth.
- Aged cheese and roasted nuts — Savory, nutty flavors complement the dried fruit richness and toasted oak on the palate.
- Celebrating a hard-earned promotion — Its long, warming, elegant finish suits a slow, celebratory pour shared with someone who has earned a moment to savor.
Questions about this bottle
How strong is this whisky, and should I add water?
It is bottled at 110 proof (55% ABV). Neat is the suggested way to experience its full depth. A small splash of water can open the bouquet, soften the alcohol strength and reveal additional notes of dried fruit, citrus and sweet spice.
What casks is it matured in, and for how long?
It is matured for a minimum of twelve years on the Macallan Estate in Speyside. Its character comes from carefully selected sherry-seasoned European oak casks, with complementary influence from American oak.
What does it taste like?
The nose opens with dried fruits and candied citrus peel, oak warmth, ginger and nutmeg. The palate is full-bodied with raisins and sultanas, ginger syrup, sweet cinnamon, subtle vanilla and toasted oak. The finish is long and warming, with lingering oak spice and ginger.
Is the color natural, and what size is the bottle?
Yes. The deep mahogany hue is entirely natural, shaped by the sherry-seasoned oak casks. The bottle is 750 ml, a full-size presentation that works well as a gift for a whisky lover.
