The Macallan 10yo Fine Oak
Aged 10 years
Single Speyside malt Scotch whisky
40% alc/vol
$40
Happy new year, everyone!
So, on the Christmas list I gave my folks last month, I included "some interesting new whiskeys to try." I didn't really know if they'd go for it, but I figured, what the heck. I was also a little desperate for things to ask for. Lousy Christmas lists.
Anyway, December 25th finally rolled around, and my sister brought out a gift bag for me. I looked inside while she grinned evilly, and found a small bottle of Jim Beam bourbon. Now, my sister loves giving horribly disappointing gag gifts before bringing out the real stuff, so I wasn't worried; I figured there was more to come. And there was.
My dad and she picked out for me this lovely bottle of Macallan. I've tried a number of their scotches before, but never the 10 yo Fine Oak expression. Before even tasting it, I knew it was a great gift. I've never met a Macallan I didn't like, and it was new to me. So, thanks, Dad and Sis!
Notes:
A deep copper color. The nose explodes with orange, especially with a bit of water; a hint of molasses and gentle floral notes hide beneath the citrus, sweet and sour at the same time. A very soft, creamy texture -- really nice mouth feel.
Maybe not the most complex whiskey around, but a very satisfying one. A pleasure to imbibe! Nice job, family!
Also, while the Jim Beam was just a gag, I fully intend to taste and post about it sometime in the not-too-distant future. Because, well, why not? :)
5 comments:
Nice blog! Have added a link to it on my blog www.malthead.blogspot.com
I get the feeling that we are on the same kind of level. I got a Fine Oak Macallan for Christmas too!
Regards
Do I know either of you? I GAVE a Fine Oak Macallan for Christmas!
Malthead: thanks, and congrats on your Fine Oak...I hope you enjoy it as much as I am enjoying mine!
Aubrey: you goofball. :)
Thanks dad? Dad? Why are you thanking Dad?
Just 'cause he helped, maybe a little? I know it was mostly you. THANKS SIS. ;)
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