Macallan Double Cask 12 Year

Very smooth! Dad loves it.

Toffee, butterscotch, and the same sherry influences present in the standard 12, but slightly muted and a smidge brighter. The palate is where the disappointment begins. The entry is thin, hotter than it should be, and lacking flavor. The sherry is still there, but hidden behind citrus notes and wood spice which don't work particularly well together, and none of these elements are pronounced enough to really define the character. The finish feels younger and harsher than a 12 year old should. Macallan is a little overpriced in general, but this one is flat-out highway robbery.