Macallan 12 yo 110 Proof Sherry Oak, 55%

Introduction

The Macallan 110 Proof Sherry Oak is an extraordinary interpretation of the distillery’s signature style, which since its founding in 1824 has defined what a sherry-matured single malt can be. As part of the legendary Sherry Oak Collection, this whisky embodies The Macallan’s uncompromising dedication to quality and craftsmanship, presented at a strength that elevates the tasting experience to new heights.

Production Method

• Ingredients: Carefully selected malted barley from The Macallan’s own 485-acre estate at Easter Elchies in Speyside, Scotland
• Distillation process: Distilled in The Macallan’s characteristic small and compact copper pot stills, which create a heavy and complex new make spirit with maximum copper contact
• Maturation: Matured for precisely 12 years exclusively in sherry-seasoned oak casks, which impart the whisky’s natural amber colour along with its deep fruit and spice profile
• Special techniques: Bottled at 110 proof (55% ABV) – a strength specifically chosen to amplify and highlight the rich, fruity and spiced character for which the Sherry Oak series is renowned

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Warm and inviting, with prominent aromas of sticky dates and soft cinnamon spice, opening up with a natural sweetness and depth
• Palate: Layers of rich oak and a subtle warmth from ginger, combined with the fruity fullness and bold character contributed by the sherry casks; at 55% ABV, the flavour is concentrated and expressive
• Finish: Long, warm and lingering, with deep notes of sherry fruit, oak and spice that persist on the palate, delivering a pleasantly rounded conclusion

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (approx. 18–20°C) to ensure the best development of aromas and flavours
• Glass recommendation: A tulip-shaped nosing glass or a Glencairn glass, which concentrates the aromas and highlights the depth of the whisky
• Serving suggestions: Best enjoyed neat or with a single drop of cold spring water, which opens the whisky further and tempers the alcoholic warmth in favour of the fruity and spiced flavour notes
• Food pairings: Pairs excellently with dark chocolate, dried fruits, aged cheeses such as manchego or cheddar, as well as dishes featuring warm spices and caramelised flavour components

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 55% ABV (110 Proof)
• Bottle size: 700 ml
• Country/region of origin: Speyside, Scotland – Easter Elchies Estate, The Macallan Distillery
• Certifications/Awards: Part of The Macallan’s acclaimed Sherry Oak Collection; The Macallan is consistently recognised as one of the world’s most celebrated and award-winning single malt distilleries

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

The Macallan 12 yo 110 Proof Sherry Oak represents the pinnacle of sherry-matured single malt whisky, where 12 years of patient cask maturation is united with a carefully selected bottling strength of 55%, creating a tasting experience of rare depth and complexity.

This special 110 Proof expression is not one you will find on shelves every day – it is crafted for the true whisky enthusiast who seeks something beyond the ordinary and is willing to pursue the exceptional.

The Macallan is not merely a distillery; it is a world standard in single malt Scotch whisky, and this bottle is direct proof of why the house at Easter Elchies is time and again regarded as the world’s leading producer of sherry-matured whisky.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Whisky enthusiasts and professionals around the world return time and again to The Macallan’s Sherry Oak series as the ultimate reference point for what sherry maturation can achieve in a single malt Scotch whisky.

Once you have experienced the rich and complex world of flavours that The Macallan 110 Proof has to offer, it is difficult to imagine your whisky collection without this iconic expression as a permanent and indispensable cornerstone.

From whisky collectors and connoisseurs to bartenders at the world’s finest cocktail bars – The Macallan commands a respect and recognition that has been earned through two centuries of unwavering dedication to craftsmanship and quality.

From The Macallan to You

For nearly 200 years, The Macallan has shared its passion for the perfect dram with the world, and with the 110 Proof Sherry Oak, the distillery invites you into the heart of what makes The Macallan truly special.

There is something honest and generous about a whisky presented at its natural strength and colour without compromise – it is The Macallan’s gift to those who appreciate authenticity and genuine craftsmanship.

Join the community of whisky lovers who have found their favourite dram in The Macallan Sherry Oak, and let the 12 Year Old 110 Proof become your next great discovery – take the bottle home, open it with care, and savour every single dram.