Macallan single malt

[Jack Daw]

Macallan is a masterwork in impressive fullness and complexity. Even though it is aged exclusively in sherry casks, the taste of sherry does not overpower the other elements.

Reminds me I am almost out.

Not exclusively in sherry casks. The Fine Oak is aged in three kinds: Spanish oak sherry casks; American oak sherry; and, American oak bourbon casks.

[Jock Scot]

Anyone acquainted with "The Macallan" Whisky? I got an invitation to go to a event they are putting on. I'm not much of a scotch snob, and I've never heard of them, but I thought I'd check it out.

http://www.themacallan.com/

Well alright you have never heard of Macallan, some people have never heard of Ferrari cars, or Rigby rifles, or Boeing aircraft and Macallan is one of those types of names. To my taste there are better whiskies around, however there are many who consider Macallan whisky to be the "top of the tree".

[celt72]

I'm looking forward to hearing how it goes. Macallan has to much of a floral taste for me, but I wouldn't turn it down! Every chance to drink scotch is a chance to increase your knowledge.

[ForresterModern]

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Macallan, or "Thr Macallan" as the bottled call it, is one of the bigger name scotch whiskies, on par with Glenlivet, Glenfiddich and others from a corporate size and international reputation. They put out some very popular varieties, and the older they are the better they tend to be. Not to my tastes, personally, but they are well known and respected. You should definitely o, and enjoy yourself. Let us know which types you like best, since a newb is more likely to have tastes like mine.

[tulloch]

Macallan is an elegant drink. Really one of the best. Enjoy. I hope we have a tasting in my area soon.

[Jack Daw]

Macallan 18 is my all-time favorite scotch, Zardoz. It's smooth with a light sweetness from the sherry casks it is aged in. I hope you enjoy all the varieties.

I wished I could be there, myself, but I will be out of town on business.

[Oldhiker]

be sure to try the cask strength.

I find it less peaty than the Islay's. It is not your sisters scotch for sure but enjoyable.

[Peregrine]

I agree with Oldhiker, the cask strength is well worth trying.

[Jack Daw]

Me three.

[ForresterModern]

ANY scotch in cask strength is worth trying. Far more concentrated and powerful flavors. Sad that most common bottled single malt scotch has to be DILUTED down to 40-44% from its original cask strength (typically anywhere from about 52-64%) for consistency in flavor in sale to the masses.

The Macallan's are fine whiskies, pretty potent at any age or strength. I like the comment that they are not your sister's scotch. LOL.