Macallan Chinese New Year Limited Edition 1 12 Year Old, Sherry & Bourbon Cask, 40%

The notes lean sweet, with butterscotch, candied orange and raisins alongside oak and mild spice. Smoke isn’t established by the sensory description, so I’d keep the smoke call open rather than label it smoky or smoke-free.

Reviewed by TidepoolRadio

Nose

Creamy butterscotch, Toffee apple, Candied orange, Vanilla custard, Fresh oak, Tropical fruits, raisins, and soft spice

Palate

Honey, Wood spices, Citrus, Raisins, Caramel, Ginger, Milk chocolate, Creamy toffee, Vanilla and almond

Finish

Medium, warm, sweet, and drying, Lingering oak, almonds, and mild spice