Stoic Drinker’s Notes
2014-09-15 | Good

New Release: Macallan Boutique-Y Whisky Batch 4

Macallan MACALLAN BOUTIQUE-Y WHISKY BATCH 4 44.3%, one of 203 bottles
Bottle #マッカラン(MACALLAN)
This was a relatively clean and gentle non-sherry style Macallan. Macallan MACALLAN BOUTIQUE-Y WHISKY BATCH 4 44.3% one of 203 bottles The aroma features apricot jam, orange, apple, vanilla, and a strong but not harsh barley note. Upon drinking, it has a soft mouthfeel, a mellow body, and the umami of barley. There are notes of apple and its sweetness, a light cinnamon, and a clean finish. 【Good】 This is a new release of Macallan from the bottler Boutique-Y Whisky. All bottles in this series are 500ml, and neither the vintage nor aging duration is indicated. The aroma features apricot, orange, apple, and other diverse notes with a vanilla-like quality. There was no sherry nuance detected. The barley note is strong but not young or harsh, with a gentle and well-rounded aroma. Upon drinking, it has a soft mouthfeel with fruity apple-like sweetness. There is also umami from the barley, and overall it's a mellow and unassuming malt due to its relatively low alcohol content. There are no off-putting aspects, making it an easy-drinking and delicious type. #Macallan (MACALLAN)