The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Year Old Scotch Whisky
The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Year Old is the definitive sherried single malt. This 750ml Speyside Scotch spends 12 full years maturing exclusively in hand-picked sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez, Spain, bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof) in its natural color.
The Macallan's obsession with wood is legendary — the distillery oversees its casks from forest to cooperage to Jerez seasoning and back to Scotland. The result is the benchmark sherry-cask whisky and the crown of our whiskey collection.
Tasting Notes
Dried fruits, sherry, and clove lead into orange, wood smoke, and dark chocolate, with toasted oak and lingering spice on the finish. Deep, rich, and unmistakably sherried.
Why Buy Macallan 12 Sherry Oak
- 12 years exclusively in sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez
- Natural color — no caramel coloring, ever
- The reference point for the entire sherried-whisky style
- A milestone gift and a collector's staple
How to Enjoy
Neat in a Glencairn or copita glass to catch the sherry aromatics. A few drops of water open the dried-fruit depth. If you love this style, it pairs beautifully with a fine cigar — and more sherried pours await in our whiskey collection.
FAQs
What is the difference between Macallan 12 Sherry Oak and Double Cask?
Sherry Oak is matured exclusively in sherry-seasoned oak casks for a richer, darker sherried style; Double Cask balances sherry casks with American oak for a lighter profile.
Is Macallan 12 Sherry Oak a good investment?
It is primarily a superb drinker, but Macallan's sherried expressions hold collector interest better than most.
What does Macallan 12 taste like?
Dried fruit, sherry, clove, orange, wood smoke, and chocolate — deep and warming.
How should I drink Macallan 12?
Neat or with a few drops of water. Avoid heavy ice, which mutes the sherry character.