Nose - The nose appears to be very young with notes of beer malt, hay, oak, soil, honey and vanilla. It has little depth and is rather flat. Palate - Sharp and predominantly sweet, with a slightly salty and spicy taste in the background. Finish - Like licking honey from a leather seat. Sweet and leathery, with notes of earth and nuts in the background. Frankly, I expected more from a Macallan in this price range. I was lucky enough to be able to sample this whisky first, as a bottle can easily cost up to €200 in my area. It is clear that this whisky is aimed more at collectors than whisky connoisseurs. Overall a forgettable experience, which is unfortunate for a brand with this reputation. "Sub-par" : 2.25 stars | Not bad, but many things I’d rather have.