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The Macallan 18 Year Old Review (Purple Box)

The Macallan 18 Year Old Review (Purple Box)

8 /10
EDITOR
Distillery: The Macallan
Type: Scotch
Age: 18 years
ABV: 43%
Price: $200

The Macallan 18 Year Old Review (Purple Box) is a Scotch whisky made by The Macallan. ABV: 43%. Age: 18 years. Our expert rating is 8/10.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Sherry, spiced plums, mixed berry preserves, warm cinnamon toast, butter.

Palate

Sweet, dry sherry, salted butter on a toasted english muffin. Clean and uncomplicated, yet full and satisfying.

Finish

Continued sherry notes from the nose right on through the finish. Charred oak on the back end with long, lingering tannic notes punctuated by sweet and very slightly salty caramel.

Expert Review

8/10

The Macallan 18 Year Old Review (Purple Box) from The Macallan presents a well-crafted Scotch that rewards careful attention. An accomplished expression worthy of serious consideration.

Joe Whitfield
Joe Whitfield Editor-in-Chief
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