Thirty years in sherry-seasoned oak gives The Macallan Sherry Oak 30 Years Old its dark mahogany color and deep, fruit-cake richness. It sits at the top of the Sherry Oak range and is a long-standing favorite for collectors and gifting.
The Macallan makes its single malts in Speyside, Scotland. The Sherry Oak range is built on single malts matured in hand-picked sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez, chosen for richness and complexity. The 30 Years Old is the oldest bottling in the range described here.
This whisky spends three decades in sherry-seasoned oak, which gives it the richest natural color in the Sherry Oak range. It is bottled at 86 proof (43% ABV).
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Honeyed figs and dates with hints of caramelised pineapple and chocolate orange.
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Palate: Rich fruit cake and prunes with stem ginger, cinnamon and orange essence, leading to gentle toasted oak.
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Finish: Long and rich, with oak, spice and orange.
Specifications
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Producer: The Macallan
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Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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Expression / Batch: Sherry Oak 30 Years Old
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Age: 30 years
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Proof / ABV: 86 proof (43% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: Sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez
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Region: Speyside, Scotland
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Serve it neat in a Glencairn glass at room temperature. It goes well with dark chocolate, dried fruit and a mild cigar, and its presentation makes it a natural milestone gift.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is it?
30 years.
What casks does it use?
Sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez.
What strength is it?
86 proof (43% ABV).
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