Notably different experience than the 12 Sherry Oak. Nose has some of the familiar Macallan handshake, but plenty of vanilla and butterscotch too. Palate is where things really deviate: its drier and spicier. Lots of black pepper, butter, cereal, dried fruit. Finish is heavy with oak, a little tobacco too. It seems brief, but it leaves a subtle sherry aftertaste...nice. Not a home run and fans of the brand's traditional sherry bombs won't love it, but it's a unique and enjoyable dram. Certainly worth trying!