Macallan 15 Year Old Fine Oak

This past Christmas I received the Macallan 12, 15, and 18, all in the Fine Oak range, from a very generous friend. The notes of each were taken in direct comparison of one another in one sitting.

The differences between the 12 year old and the 15 year old were the most striking of the three (the 15 and 18 being somewhat similar).

Nose: Rich caramel and maple syrup. Oranges. This is a nose of quality. Just nosing this one is satisfying.

Palate: Sweet oak, lemon zest, floral nature returns. Well rounded and easy going.

Finish: Very similar to the 12 year old unfortunately, however, it is a bit more flavorful with more oak influence.

The nose is the star of this whisky in my view. Unfortunately, the nose and the taste aren't too close. Where the the nose is rich and flavorful, the taste is somewhat indistinct. Much better than the 12 year old, however, had the taste been a bit more forward, this whisky would be one to savor.

84/100

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