The 2022 release of The Macallan Sherry Oak 25 Years Old, matured for a quarter of a century in predominantly sherry seasoned European oak casks on The Macallan Estate. The distillery describes it as a rare and distinguished single malt with raisin, crystallised ginger and rich oak.
About This Whisky
The 25 Year Old is released annually, and The Macallan lists the 2022 bottling in its archive alongside the 2018 to 2021 editions. Each release is matured on the estate in predominantly sherry seasoned European oak and bottled at 43% ABV. The Macallan picks out ginger syrup, rich oak and raisins, and the colour is entirely natural. This is the 750mL size.
Tasting Profile
- Nose: Citrus peel and cinnamon, then raisin, ginger syrup and toasted oak.
- Palate: Rich and full, with dried fruit, dark toffee and firm European oak spice.
- Finish: Long and warming, sherried and gently drying, with sweet spice.
Serving & Food
Serve at room temperature in a copita and allow ten minutes in the glass before tasting. Water is optional. Bring it out with Iberico ham, braised abalone, or a plate of candied ginger and dark chocolate.
How to Enjoy
Landmark birthdays and anniversaries, and a slow after-dinner pour for Sherry Oak regulars moving up from the 18.
Product Details
Distillery: The Macallan
Country: Scotland
Region: Speyside
Collection: Sherry Oak 25 Years Old
Release: 2022
Age: 25 years
Maturation: Predominantly sherry seasoned European oak casks from Jerez
Colour: Entirely natural
ABV: 43.0%
Proof: 86
Volume: 750mL
About the Distillery
Macallan's Master Whisky Maker, Kirsteen Campbell, leads the team that chooses which casks become Sherry Oak whisky. The collection now has four ages, 12, 18, 25 and 30 years, and each is led by European oak casks seasoned with sherry in Jerez de la Frontera. In Campbell's words, the character is one of succulent dried fruits and sweet spices, with depth that builds through the range. The robust, fruity spirit from the Curiously Small Stills gives the wood something substantial to work on, and nothing is added for colour.