The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Year Old Scotch Whisky 110 Proof
The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Year Old Scotch Whisky – 110 Proof | Speyside Single Malt
The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Year Old 110 Proof is a bold and distinctive expression of one of the world's most celebrated single malts — The Macallan, crafted at Easter Elchies House on the banks of the River Spey in the heart of Speyside, Scotland. The Macallan's defining commitment is to the finest sherry-seasoned oak casks — hand-picked in Jerez, Spain, and filled with Oloroso Sherry before being shipped to Scotland for whisky maturation. This dedication to exceptional cask quality is what gives The Macallan its signature rich, fruit-forward character.
The 110 Proof expression delivers the beloved Sherry Oak 12 Year Old character at a significantly higher strength than the standard bottling — amplifying the rich dried fruit, warm spice, and chocolate complexity that defines The Macallan Sherry Oak range, while adding a bold intensity and depth that rewards sipping neat or with a few drops of water.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Rich and inviting with dried fruit, Oloroso Sherry sweetness, vanilla, ginger, and a hint of cinnamon — The Macallan's signature sherry cask character amplified by the higher proof
- Palate: Full-bodied and richly complex with dried fruit, dark chocolate, caramel, warm spice, and the distinctive Oloroso Sherry sweetness — the 110 proof delivering a bold intensity that reveals additional layers of complexity
- Finish: Long, warming, and deeply satisfying with lingering dried fruit, chocolate, spice, and the refined elegance of a truly exceptional Speyside single malt
Key Highlights
- ✔ 12 years aged in hand-picked Oloroso Sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez, Spain
- ✔ 110 proof (55% ABV) — a bolder, more intense expression of the classic Sherry Oak 12
- ✔ The Macallan's sherry cask commitment — casks hand-picked and seasoned in Jerez before shipping to Speyside
- ✔ From The Macallan Distillery — Easter Elchies House, Speyside, Scotland
- ✔ Rich dried fruit, chocolate & warm spice — the hallmark Macallan Sherry Oak character at full strength
- ✔ Available at Del Mesa Liquor with nationwide shipping
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How does the 110 Proof differ from the standard Macallan Sherry Oak 12?
The standard Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Year Old is bottled at 86 proof (43% ABV). The 110 Proof expression delivers the same exceptional sherry cask-matured character at a significantly higher strength — amplifying the richness, complexity, and intensity of the dried fruit, chocolate, and spice notes, while adding a bold warmth that makes it particularly rewarding to sip neat or with a small amount of water.
What makes The Macallan's sherry casks special?
The Macallan hand-picks its oak casks in Jerez, Spain — the home of Sherry production — and has them filled with Oloroso Sherry before shipping them to Speyside for whisky maturation. This process, known as cask seasoning, ensures that the casks impart the maximum possible richness, dried fruit character, and Sherry sweetness to The Macallan spirit during maturation.
Where can I buy The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Year Old 110 Proof?
You can purchase it online through Del Mesa Liquor with nationwide shipping available.