Anyone acquainted with "The Macallan" Whisky? I got an invitation to go to a event they are putting on. I'm not much of a scotch snob, and I've never heard of them, but I thought I'd check it out.

http://www.themacallan.com/

I am envious -- lucky you for going!

The 18 yr old version is one of my all time favorites, certainly my favorite Speyside to date.

I had a bottle of the 10 YO with me at the recent Williamsburg Scottish Festival. I have been told its the most requsted at the Fredericksburg Pub. I enjoy it although my tastes though lean towards the Islay malts.

It's a pretty good single malt, especially the 18 yr old. I prefer those that are peatier, by there really is no bad single malt (if it's aged).

BTW, I've never seen a 10 yr old Macallan. 12 is the youngest I've seen.

By all means, go. You'll have a terrific time. :)

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Originally Posted by Zardoz

Anyone acquainted with "The Macallan" Whisky? I got an invitation to go to a event they are putting on. I'm not much of a scotch snob, and I've never heard of them, but I thought I'd check it out.

http://www.themacallan.com/

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Well alright you have never heard of Macallan, some people have never heard of Ferrari cars, or Rigby rifles, or Boeing aircraft and Macallan is one of those types of names. To my taste there are better whiskies around, however there are many who consider Macallan whisky to be the "top of the tree".

A comfortable chair, Mahler on the hi-fi, a glass of the 25 yr old Macallan and wee bowl of poppycock is the closest to nirvana you'll likely find on the green side of the grass.

Laurie

Very well, I will go to the event and report back!

I'm looking forward to hearing how it goes. Macallan has to much of a floral taste for me, but I wouldn't turn it down! Every chance to drink scotch is a chance to increase your knowledge. :)

Z

Macallan, or "Thr Macallan" as the bottled call it, is one of the bigger name scotch whiskies, on par with Glenlivet, Glenfiddich and others from a corporate size and international reputation. They put out some very popular varieties, and the older they are the better they tend to be. Not to my tastes, personally, but they are well known and respected. You should definitely o, and enjoy yourself. Let us know which types you like best, since a newb is more likely to have tastes like mine.

Macallan is an elegant drink. Really one of the best. Enjoy. I hope we have a tasting in my area soon.

Macallan 18 is my all-time favorite scotch, Zardoz. It's smooth with a light sweetness from the sherry casks it is aged in. I hope you enjoy all the varieties.

I wished I could be there, myself, but I will be out of town on business.

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A comfortable chair, Mahler on the hi-fi, a glass of the 25 yr old Macallan and wee bowl of poppycock is the closest to nirvana you'll likely find on the green side of the grass.

Laurie

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Mahler's Second Symphony is my fave! Along with Macallan 18! Oh, yes! The 25-YO is a bit watery to me, though. I have a bottle of the Grand Reserve that I have not touched, yet. It comes in its own casket! May it rest in peace (until I get ahold of it).

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A comfortable chair, Mahler on the hi-fi, a glass of the 25 yr old Macallan and wee bowl of poppycock is the closest to nirvana you'll likely find on the green side of the grass.

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Haven't tried the Macallan for a few years. It was OK, but I discovered Islay.

Laphroaig 15, Joe Bonamassa rattling the windows, the couch, and a bowl of peanuts for me, please. :lol:

Macallan is a masterwork in impressive fullness and complexity. Even though it is aged exclusively in sherry casks, the taste of sherry does not overpower the other elements.

Reminds me I am almost out.

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Macallan is a masterwork in impressive fullness and complexity. Even though it is aged exclusively in sherry casks, the taste of sherry does not overpower the other elements.

Reminds me I am almost out.

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Not exclusively in sherry casks. The Fine Oak is aged in three kinds: Spanish oak sherry casks; American oak sherry; and, American oak bourbon casks.

be sure to try the cask strength.

I find it less peaty than the Islay's. It is not your sisters scotch for sure but enjoyable.

I agree with Oldhiker, the cask strength is well worth trying.

Me three.

ANY scotch in cask strength is worth trying. Far more concentrated and powerful flavors. Sad that most common bottled single malt scotch has to be DILUTED down to 40-44% from its original cask strength (typically anywhere from about 52-64%) for consistency in flavor in sale to the masses.

The Macallan's are fine whiskies, pretty potent at any age or strength. I like the comment that they are not your sister's scotch. LOL.

Has this tasting event already taken place, Z?

not yet, 10/21 at 8:30 PM