Macallan Classic Cut 2018 is the inaugural release in The Macallan’s annual limited edition series, crafted to showcase a bold and intensified expression of the distillery’s signature sherry cask style. Bottled at a higher strength of 51.2% ABV, this release highlights depth, sweetness, and spice in a more concentrated form.
Matured exclusively in hand-picked sherry-seasoned oak casks, the 2018 edition delivers a rich and indulgent profile with enhanced complexity. Designed to be enjoyed neat or with a touch of water, it opens up layers of dried fruit, vanilla, and warming spice.
Highly sought after as the first release in the Classic Cut series, this expression holds strong appeal for collectors and Macallan enthusiasts alike.
Tasting Notes
Colour: Deep amber
Nose: Vanilla, dried fruits, citrus zest, honey, and oak spice
Palate: Full-bodied with notes of caramel, orange, nutmeg, ginger, and sweet oak
Finish: Long, rich, and warming with lingering spice and sweetness