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The Macallan 12 Years Old Double Cask | Scotch | Highland | Single Malt Whisky | Toffee, Orange Peel and Spice | European and American Oak Sherry Seasoned Casks | 40 Percent ABV | 70 cl

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The Macallan 12 Years Double Cask is a testament to the distillery's expertise in crafting fine single malt whisky. Its aroma entices with a delightful combination of malt, honey, apricot, and subtle hints of brown sugar, spice, and dried fruit. As you take a sip, the palate unfolds to reveal flavours of honey-infused cereal, apricot, and a touch of copper, complemented by zesty orange peel and spice. The finish is medium in length, leaving behind a satisfying blend of dry maltiness, spice, and dried apricots. Unlike The Macallan, the Lagavulin 16 Years 43% is considered to be a whiskey for experts with complex flavour and a long, dry finish. The Essence of Tradition and Elegance Since the 12 Double Cask’s flavours lean towards the sweeter side, it goes well with a variety of food. Triple cask whiskeys typically have more complex flavour profiles, having undergone an additional course of maturation from double cask whiskeys. The Macallan 12 Double Cask is aged in sherry-seasoned oak barrels, while the Triple Cask is aged additionally in ex-bourbon casks.

On the tongue, the caramel and honey notes take over with an indulging creaminess that blends harmoniously with raisin and citrus. The sip finishes dry with lingering butterscotch and oak, leaving behind a comforting warmth while sustaining a medium length. What is the difference between Macallan 12 Double Cask and Triple Cask? Records the default button state of the corresponding category & the status of CCPA. It works only in coordination with the primary cookie. But in the “what’s available to the average modern buyer” realm of conversation they’re still putting out some good whisky — that’s undeniable. And while the pricing of said whisky is a whole other conversation, what they’re doing today from a what’s-in-the-bottle perspective is still quite nice and it’s through that lens I’m approaching this Macallan 12 Years Double Cask review… and every other review I do. The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old forms part of our Double Cask range which marries the classic Macallan style and the unmistakable sweetness of American oak. This is a fully rounded single malt in perfect balance, with flavors of honey, citrus and ginger.”

Flavour-wise, the Double Cask is richer and rounder than the Triple Cask due to the 100% sherry maturation. However, the latter has a lighter and brighter character due to the bourbon influence.

Dubbed the “best 12-year-old single malt” by whiskey connoisseur Paul Pacult, the 12 Double Cask has no doubt made a name for itself. Its accolades include: The 12 Double Cask has made its way into Macallan’s core range of single malt Scotch whiskeys after its release in 2016. How it is madeWith up to 80% of the quality of Macallan's end product being down to the wood that the cask is made out, the brand takes the time to source the right materials. By working with a company in Spain, choosing the right oak trees, and creating casks out of them, the flavour of the Macallan whisky is created.

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