{"product_id":"the-macallan-double-cask-18-year-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky-700ml-2025-release","title":"The Macallan Double Cask 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml (2025 Release)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"66\"\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"69\"\u003eElegance, depth and polished oak define this mature Speyside single malt from one of Scotland’s most revered distilleries. The Macallan Double Cask 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (2025 Release) represents the culmination of nearly two decades of careful maturation in a harmonious combination of American and European oak sherry-seasoned casks. Crafted under the guiding philosophy of balance and consistency, this expression showcases The Macallan’s signature richness while highlighting a refined interplay between sweetness, spice and oak structure. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe American oak casks contribute notes of vanilla, honey and gentle citrus, while the European oak adds depth through dried fruits, spice and polished wood tannins. Extended aging allows these elements to integrate seamlessly, resulting in a whisky of exceptional composure and clarity. The 18-year maturation brings added textural weight and aromatic complexity without sacrificing freshness. Each annual release is designed to remain stylistically consistent while subtly reflecting natural variations in cask selection. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 2025 edition stands as a confident, classic expression of The Macallan’s double cask philosophy, offering both immediate pleasure and contemplative depth. It is a refined, luxurious single malt that rewards slow appreciation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003eNOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003e– Rich and refined\u003cbr data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eDried sultanas, orange peel and baked apple are layered with vanilla pod, polished oak, soft toffee and a gentle hint of nutmeg and clove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003ePALATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e– Smooth and well-balanced\u003cbr data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003eFull-bodied and silky, showing honeyed malt, dried fruits and milk chocolate, supported by warming baking spices, gentle citrus oils and creamy oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1780\"\u003eFINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003e– Long and warming\u003cbr data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003eLingering notes of sweet oak, dried fruit, soft spice and vanilla fade slowly, leaving a rounded, elegant and lightly spiced impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"2427\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003eReviews \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Deeply layered and elegantly structured, with rich dried fruit, polished oak and warming spice. The balance between sweetness and oak is exemplary, delivering a long, composed finish. A classic mature Macallan.”\u003c\/em\u003e — Whisky Advocate, 93 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Luxuriously smooth with excellent integration of sherry oak, offering notes of dried fruit, vanilla and soft spice. Refined and confident, with impressive length and poise.”\u003c\/em\u003e — Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible, 93 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2669\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2447\"\u003eFiner Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2450\"\u003eStyle – Single Malt Scotch Whisky\u003cbr data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003eVarietal – Malted Barley\u003cbr data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003eCountry – Scotland\u003cbr data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2534\"\u003eRegion – Speyside\u003cbr data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2554\"\u003eAge – 18 Years Old\u003cbr\u003eRelease – 2025 Annual Release\u003cbr data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2571\"\u003eBottle Size – 700ml\u003cbr data-start=\"2590\" data-end=\"2593\"\u003eABV – 43%\u003cbr data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2605\"\u003eCask Type – Matured in American \u0026amp; European Oak Sherry-Seasoned Casks\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Macallan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42498028666967,"sku":"MDC18YO-25","price":549.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/files\/e52f2fa9-fcaf-47b6-9d73-e5e87dcd4698.jpg?v=1769481771","url":"https:\/\/kentstreetcellars.com.au\/products\/the-macallan-double-cask-18-year-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky-700ml-2025-release","provider":"Kent Street Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}