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Scotch Whisky Review: Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask

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Scotch Whisky Review: Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask

The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask marries Macallan's classic European oak maturation with sweet American oak.

by Phil Dwyer
February 14, 2025

Phil Dwyer is a whisky enthusiast, YouTuber, and manager of The Whisky Shop Manchester, UK.

Tasting Notes:

About:

A relatively new release in the world of Macallan’s core range bottles. The Double Cask picks up on some room left by the discontinued Triple Cask range, except this range is fully matured in casks that have held sherry, just from two different wood sources – American and European.

Appearance:

Dark Orange

Nose:

A very typical Macallan nose – toffee, banana, fudge, something a little musty in there – possibly those European oak influences. Nothing sulphur driven which can occur on some classic Macallan bottles, just a sweet, fudge driven nose.

Palate:

Initially very sweet with those lingering notes of toffee, banana and fudge. We then get a lot more from those European oak influences with some herbaceous and savoury style flavours from. But retains a lot of those signature Macallan flavours of sweet and easy dirking things.

Finish:

Not the longest finish you’ll ever experience, but has those gentle sweet notes with hints of those slightly more savoury and spicy things happening around it.

Comments:

It’s a great introduction bottle if you’ve never tried Macallan before. But I’d advise jumping straight in with the Sherry Oak release for a more classic Macallan profile.

Phil Dwyer

Phil Dwyer's passion for whisky is undeniable. With a decade of experience in whisky retail and nearly as long running Whisky Wednesday on YouTube, Phil is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm with fellow whisky lovers. His goal is to make whisky accessible and enjoyable, dispelling the jargon and complexity that can sometimes surround the spirit. In addition to his online presence, Phil manages The Whisky Shop Manchester, where he curates an impressive selection of some of the finest drams available.

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