My choice for this week is Macallan 12 - a single malt in the grand tradition of sherry casks from Jerez, Spain. Macallan is one of the oldest Scotch names, harkening back 300 years in the region of Speyside. There are other speysides, but none quite so well known. Now this is a scotch. A pale burnt umber color, and a nose that stays with you, shades of the sherry cask and a bit of spice. Not really peaty, still quite pleasant. Macallan lingers on the tongue for a few seconds, reminding you that yes, this is a Scotch. After the liquor makes it way down your throat you can feel the aroma rise up the roof of your mouth.
The taste itself is subtle but striking, hints of the sherry cask, malty, and even a bit sweet.
I would buy more. A good choice to watch a fire with. Or create one. Definitely a scotch for the winter.
