The Macallan Edition No.3
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Description
The Macallan Edition No.3——the third release in The Macallan’s wood-focused Edition series saw master perfumer Roja Dove and master whisky maker Bob Dalgarno create a whisky using their very particular sets of skills. Dove pinned down the flavour profile for Edition No. 3 by using the same formula he would for a perfume: pinpointing complementary aromas, and balancing these with a “counterpoint” note. The resulting liquid is a combination of six American and European oak casks, with deliciously sweet, floral notes up front.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Reminiscent of a fine fragrance, the nose leads with vanilla ice cream, fresh cut oak and delicate florals. Orange oil provides subtle grandeur while ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg flit in and out in various guises. Vanilla imparts sweetness, leading citrus fruits forward then allowing chocolate to show. Burnished oak delivers a soft ending.
Palate: Sweet fruit, vanilla and rich fruit cake with suggestions of apricot, pear and crisp green apple. Hints of ginger and cinnamon are balanced with a light resinous oak finale.
Finish: Long, sweet and fruity, leaving a lasting impression on the senses.
What some of our whisky enthusiast friends have said about the Macallan Edition No.3
Quote 1 “This is a really excellent tasty interesting scotch. It’s smooth yet flavorful. The florals and oak mix beautifully. It’s not a gimmick. If you enjoy Speyside scotch, this is among the best I’ve had. My favourites are peaty Islay scotch whiskies, and I still find this Macallan to be very interesting and enjoyable because of the wonderful mix of flavours and fantastic aftertaste.”
Quote 2 “I wasn’t sure how this would compare to Edition No. 2 especially with the price increase but man this is easily the best new Macallan bottling I’ve tried in a while. The nose is nice but the palate and the finish are absolutely beautiful. Lots of baked fruit bread and chocolate on this one, I guess all the quality sherry barrels went into this whisky instead of the Classic Cut! Edition No. 4 better be special if it wants to top this one! For once I can actually say well done Macallan and mean it!”
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