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May  2007

Macallan Fine Oak 15

Scottish Single Malt

The “fine oak” range differs dramatically from Macallan’s standard sherried range. Though sherry casks from European oak are still used, so too are bourbon casks from American oak, and sherry casks from American oak, resulting in a more delicate, lighter whisky that possibly suits a more “introductory” palate.

Sweeter and deeper than the F.O. 10-year-old, this whisky has delicious toffee notes playing against younger grassy notes. There is also that Macallan sweetness and orange aroma, as well as nutmeg, and what I can only compare to toast-and-butter (and what’s better than that?). This whisky has a clean, medium-weight body, which suits it perfectly. And the finish…Long and lingering, sweet and smooth, nicely matching the nose, which, of course, is what you want. I picked-up caramel, more oranges, and a hint of milk chocolate. A fine whisky, before, during, or after a meal.

Cheers,
Brett

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