Macallan 18 yo Double Cask (2024 Edition), 43%

Introduction

The Macallan 18 Year Old Double Cask represents the marriage of tradition and innovation from one of Scotland’s most revered distilleries, showcasing their mastery of wood management through a carefully orchestrated dual cask maturation process.

Production Method

• Raw materials: 100% malted barley sourced from The Macallan’s Highland estate and select Scottish farms, milled and fermented according to The Macallan’s exacting standards
• Distillation process: Distilled in The Macallan’s distinctive copper pot stills, which are among the smallest in Speyside, creating a rich, concentrated new make spirit
• Maturation: 18 years in a harmonious combination of hand-selected American oak and European oak sherry-seasoned casks from Jerez, Spain
• Special techniques: The “Double Cask” method combines the vanilla sweetness from American oak with the traditional rich character from European oak, with the 2024 Edition featuring a refined wood selection process

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Creamy butterscotch, candied orange peel, vanilla custard, dried sultanas, and warming ginger with hints of polished oak and nutmeg
• Palate: Rich dried fruits, ginger and cinnamon spices, velvety chocolate, raisins, and caramelized figs balanced by vanilla sweetness and subtle citrus
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering oak spices, sweet toffee, and dried fruit notes transitioning to a pleasant woody dryness

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature, approximately 18-20°C (64-68°F)
• Glass recommendation: Copita or Glencairn whisky glass to concentrate aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of spring water to open up the complex flavors
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate, dried fruits, mature cheeses, or rich desserts with caramel or toffee elements

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 43% ABV
• Bottle size: 700ml/750ml (market dependent)
• Country/Region of origin: Scotland, Speyside, Craigellachie
• Certifications/Awards: Multiple gold medals at the International Spirits Challenge and San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

The Macallan 18 Year Old Double Cask 2024 Edition represents the pinnacle of sherry cask maturation, crafted by The Macallan’s Master Whisky Maker to showcase unprecedented depth and complexity.

With an extremely limited annual release and growing global demand, each bottle represents an increasingly scarce opportunity to experience this extraordinary expression.

Endorsed by master blenders and whisky critics worldwide, The Macallan 18 Year Old continues to set the gold standard by which all aged single malts are measured.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Consistently awarded top honors at international spirits competitions, this expression is the preferred choice of whisky aficionados and collectors who recognize its exceptional quality.

Many loyal enthusiasts make an annual tradition of acquiring each year’s release, comparing subtle variations and building a prestigious vertical collection.

The 2024 Edition has received particular acclaim for its perfect balance between traditional Macallan sherry character and the refined sweetness that makes it approachable even for those new to premium aged whiskies.

From The Macallan’s Estate to You

Each bottle of Macallan 18 Double Cask carries with it the distillery’s gift of time – 18 years of patient maturation and generations of expertise channeled into one exceptional dram.

The warm amber hue and distinctive packaging resonate with whisky lovers who appreciate both the heritage and innovation that The Macallan represents in today’s whisky landscape.

By choosing The Macallan 18 Year Old Double Cask, you join a community of discerning individuals who understand that some experiences transcend the ordinary and deserve to be savored in moments of true appreciation.