Macallan : Sherry Oak 18 Ans Annual Release 2025

Tasting notes and serving suggestions for Macallan Sherry Oak 18 Years Old Annual Release 2025

Tasting

Appearance
Light mahogany color, 100% natural.

Nose
The nose reveals aromas of caramel tart accompanied by candied ginger, raisins with a hint of orange and ground cinnamon.

Palate
Soft and rich, the palate reveals dark chocolate coating ginger, dates and dried apricots. The finish lingers on dried fruits, ginger and oak.

Pairings and tasting occasions
This single malt is best enjoyed on special occasions or by enthusiasts seeking an experience rooted in Scottish tradition. Its structured character makes it an ideal companion for long meals, intimate moments or quiet personal reflection.

Mixology
This exceptional whisky is best enjoyed neat, with no embellishment, to fully appreciate the complexity of its 18 years of maturation.

A Speyside single malt aged 18 years in Oloroso sherry casks

Macallan, an iconic Scottish Highlands distillery
Founded in 1824 by Alexander Reid in Craigellachie in the Scottish Highlands, Macallan stands as one of Speyside’s most prestigious distilleries. Owned by the Edrington group since 1999, it is distinguished by its exclusive maturation in sherry casks, primarily Oloroso, of which Edrington controls 95% of Scottish imports. With an annual production capacity of 15 million liters, Macallan remains Scotland’s largest malt distillery.

Sherry Oak 18 Years Old, a flagship expression in the range
Sherry Oak 18 Years Old Annual Release 2025 embodies the excellence of Macallan’s Sherry Oak range. This single malt is fully matured for 18 years exclusively in seasoned European oak casks from Jerez, Spain, seasoned with Oloroso Sherry and hand-selected. The high proportion of European oak creates signature notes of dried fruits, ginger and spice. Each year, the expression varies due to natural differences in the sherry casks, offering a unique experience. This 2025 edition features a new, modernized visual identity, designed in collaboration with photographer and designer David Carson, blending the distillery’s classic elegance with artistic creativity. Its natural color comes solely from exceptional oak casks, with no additives. This premium Scotch whisky appeals to both newcomers and discerning connoisseurs.