{"product_id":"the-macallan-carta-nautica-scotch-whisky","title":"The Macallan Carta Nautica Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Macallan Carta Nautica is a Highland single malt Scotch whisky bottled at 105 proof (52.5% ABV), built on a three-way cask marriage: sherry-seasoned American oak casks, casks that previously held bourbon, and whisky that completed its maturation in sherry-seasoned American oak. The sherry-seasoned oak takes the lead with nutty depth and sweetness, while the ex-bourbon casks brighten the profile with vanilla and lemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52.5% (105 proof)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCasks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sherry-seasoned American oak and ex-bourbon casks, including a sherry-seasoned American oak finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Macallan, Easter Elchies, Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Cask Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarta Nautica, The Macallan's nautical-chart expression, is a well-travelled whisky by design. Its backbone is sherry-seasoned American oak, the cask style behind the house's nutty, honeyed depth. Against that sit casks that once held bourbon, bringing vanilla and citrus lift, and a parcel of whisky that finished its journey back in sherry-seasoned American oak — a triumvirate that lands rich and sweet without losing its brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet from the first pour — nougat, vanilla and honeycomb, with an almond-brittle nuttiness and a lift of lemon drizzle cake.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toffee and golden syrup up front, balanced by poached pear, green apple and candied orange.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malt biscuit, citrus peel and a gentle thread of oak spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with a neat pour to take the full measure of the 105 proof, then add a few drops of water to open up the sherry-cask sweetness. It also holds its own poured alongside other single malts in a comparative tasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does 105 proof mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProof is a traditional measure of alcohol strength: 105 proof is 52.5% ABV, bottled well above the standard 80-86 proof of most Macallan releases, which gives Carta Nautica a richer, fuller mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat casks matured Carta Nautica?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA combination of sherry-seasoned American oak casks and casks that previously held bourbon, with part of the whisky finishing in sherry-seasoned American oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the colour natural?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Carta Nautica is bottled at natural colour, with nothing added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder The Macallan Carta Nautica Scotch Whisky today, and explore more of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=The%20Macallan\"\u003eThe Macallan\u003c\/a\u003e and the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whisky\"\u003ewhisky collection\u003c\/a\u003e — available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, with shipping available nationwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Macallan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67834804666411,"sku":"DM17279L","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/macallan-carta-nautica.jpg?v=1791919155","url":"https:\/\/www.delmesaliquor.com\/products\/the-macallan-carta-nautica-scotch-whisky","provider":"Del Mesa Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}