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Macallan 'Gold'

(40%, OB, NAS, 1824 Series, 2012)
Average Score: 81
Bottle Profile
TypeScotch Single Malts (Disclosed Distilleries)
DistilleryMacallan
Bottler Official Bottling
Brand NameMacallan
Bottling NameGold
Alcohol By Volume40%
Other Details1824 Series
Issued2012
Average Score81


Maniac Ratings
Oliver Klimek81


Tasting Notes
Oliver KlimekColour: Bright gold - Nose: Fruit and nut mix, hints of banana, lemon, vanilla, hints of ginger and nutmeg. - Palate: Vanilla, green walnut, lemon zest, dried banana chips, hints of nutmeg - Finish: Medium long, fruity and slightly spicy. - Overall: Driven mainly by bourbon casks, this entry level bottling fails to convince me. Sure, it is pleasant enough to casually sip, but for £35 there are much better alternatives in the easy-drinking department.
Oliver KlimekColour: Bright gold - Nose: Fruit and nut mix, hints of banana, lemon, vanilla, hints of ginger and nutmeg. - Palate: Vanilla, green walnut, lemon zest, dried banana chips, hints of nutmeg - Finish: Medium long, fruity and slightly spicy. - Overall: Driven mainly by bourbon casks, this entry level bottling fails to convince me. Sure, it is pleasant enough to casually sip, but for £35 there are much better alternatives in the easy-drinking department.