Macallan Exceptional Single Cask #13 Year Old, Sherry Cask, Cask #6513, Batch No. 2018/ESB-6513/05, 2018, 59.6%

This is a Scottish Speyside single malt with a sherry-cask designation, and the notes give it a warm, familiar character without making the fruit feel overly soft. Baked pear on the nose carries through to apple tart on the palate, while nutmeg and cinnamon bring a drier edge. The sweet finish with almond and berry sounds like a pleasing close. A well-defined character that holds my interest.

Reviewed by silverwren

Nose

Creamy vanilla, Crème brûlée, Almond marzipan, Baked pear, Tart fruits, Ginger

Palate

Nutmeg, Sweet, drying spice, Cinnamon, Apple tart

Finish

Medium, Sweet with almond berry