Macallan Rare Cask, Batch No. 2, 2019, 43%

The raisin sweetness sounds inviting, with lemon and dark chocolate adding contrast. It also sounds quite full-bodied, and the long, warming, woody finish may make it less of an easy, light-going choice.

Reviewed by canal kettle

Nose

Intense sweet raisin, Rich woody depth

Palate

Vanilla, Lemon, Dark chocolate, Rich, velvety smooth, complex and full-bodied

Finish

Long and warming, Woody, Lingering dried-fruit sweetness