The Macallan Double Cask 18 Years Old is an elegant Speyside single malt that showcases the harmony achieved by maturing whisky for eighteen years in a combination of sherry-seasoned American oak and sherry-seasoned European oak casks from Jerez, Spain. Introduced as part of The Macallan's acclaimed Double Cask range, this expression balances the rich dried fruit and spice traditionally associated with European oak with the sweeter notes of vanilla, citrus, and honey imparted by American oak. Bottled at 43% ABV, Double Cask 18 offers a refined, approachable style while maintaining the luxurious character that has made The Macallan one of Scotland's most revered distilleries. The nose is rich and inviting, revealing aromas of treacle toffee, vanilla, dried apricots, sultanas, honey, candied orange peel, and polished oak, complemented by hints of sweet ginger and warm baking spices. On the palate, silky layers of caramel, butterscotch, baked apple, raisins, toasted almonds, cinnamon, nutmeg, and milk chocolate unfold with exceptional balance. The American oak contributes a creamy sweetness that perfectly complements the richer dried fruit and spice of the European oak. The finish is long, smooth, and warming, leaving lingering notes of vanilla, sweet oak, citrus zest, dried fruit, and gentle spice. Cask Program The Macallan Double Cask 18 Years Old is matured exclusively in sherry-seasoned American and European oak casks, each carefully crafted and seasoned in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain. Rather than utilizing ex-bourbon barrels, every cask is first seasoned with sherry before being filled with new-make spirit and left to mature for a minimum of eighteen years. European oak contributes structure, dried fruits, and warming spices, while American oak imparts notes of vanilla, citrus, honey, and toffee. The marriage of these two cask types creates the hallmark balance and sweetness that define the Double Cask range. The whisky's rich amber color is entirely natural and derived solely from long maturation in these exceptional casks. Characteristics Distillery: The Macallan Region: Speyside, Scotland Spirit Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky Age: 18 Years Cask Type: Sherry-Seasoned American Oak & European Oak Cask Program: Double Cask ABV: 43% Proof: 86 Bottle Size: 750 mL Color: Natural Chill Filtration: Yes Availability: Annual Release
