{"product_id":"the-macallan-18-years-old-highland-single-malt-scotch-whisky-sherry-oak-cask-2024","title":"The Macallan 18 Years Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky Sherry Oak Cask (2024)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Macallan Distillery was founded in \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1824\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in Craigellachie, Scotland. It has since become one of the most revered producers of single malt Scotch whisky globally, with a storied legacy rooted in deep craftsmanship and a strong emphasis on oak cask maturation. The Sherry Oak range, notably the 18-year expression, is considered a signature classic that showcases The Macallan’s historic relationship with the sherry casks of Jerez.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Master Distiller\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eProduced by \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Macallan Distillers Ltd.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, under the ownership of The Edrington Group. This expression reflects the work of The Macallan’s Whisky Mastery Team, whose expertise in cask selection and integration ensures a consistently rich and refined profile across annual releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eRaw Materials and Terroir\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eMade from \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e100 % malted barley\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and pure Speyside water, this whisky reflects top-quality raw ingredients integral to Highland single malt traditions. While whisky doesn’t have terroir like wine, the quality of the barley and water plays a crucial role in mouthfeel and fermentation outcomes.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillation Method and Still Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eDistilled in traditional \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ecopper pot stills\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, standard for high-end single malt Scotch whisky production. The design and size of The Macallan’s stills contribute to its signature full-bodied new make spirit.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaturation and Cask Management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eMatured for \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e18 years exclusively in hand-picked sherry-seasoned oak casks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e from Jerez, Spain. These oloroso casks are meticulously crafted and seasoned in Spain before arrival in Scotland, contributing intense dried fruit and wood spice characteristics throughout the long ageing period.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eColour:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Deep amber to light mahogany — entirely natural from sherry oak maturation.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Rich dried fruits (raisins, sultanas), ginger, hints of vanilla, cinnamon and orange zest.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Full-bodied and rich with layers of dried fruit, citrus, sweet toffee, wood spice, cloves and toasted oak.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Long, warm, and lingering with mature oak, dried fruit sweetness and spice.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing and Consumption Style\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePairs beautifully with \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003edark chocolate desserts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003espiced nuts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efig and date pudding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eaged cheeses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e such as Stilton or mature Gouda, and hearty pâtés. Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to coax out deeper spice and sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eServe \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eneat\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in a tulip or Glencairn glass at \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eroom temperature (~18–20 °C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. A small splash of water can open aromatic layers and amplify complexity without dilution. Ice is optional but will soften the profile.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eStore \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eupright\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and temperature fluctuations. Whisky does \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e mature further once bottled; however, if stored properly, it remains stable and enjoyable for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrain Composition and Percentage Used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e100 % \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emalted barley\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, consistent with single malt Scotch whisky regulations.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e43 % ABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chelsea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46494695325827,"sku":null,"price":2800.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/9401\/7667\/files\/TheMacallan18YearsOldHighlandSingleMaltScotchWhiskySherryOakCask_04af39ad-e580-402b-82ae-be9c9432bbcc.png?v=1770349096","url":"https:\/\/www.omycellar.com\/products\/the-macallan-18-years-old-highland-single-malt-scotch-whisky-sherry-oak-cask-2024","provider":"OMY Cellar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}