The Macallan SMWS Society Cask No. 24.87 Whisky 20 Year Old · 1985 Vintage

Colour

Dark amber with burnished copper and mahogany undertones, a luminous ruby edge catching the light.

Nose

Opulent sherry on the nose: fig, raisin and blackberry mingle with dark chocolate, toffee and orange zest. Toasted almond, cinnamon and clove lift the profile as velvety oak and leather add depth. A vivid cask-strength glow punctuates the aroma, hinting at Macallan’s mastery and the profound influence of the sherry cask.

Palate

Opulent, full-bodied and deeply sherried, the palate coats with velvety sweetness—figs, raisins, orange peel and caramel. Rich toffee and dark chocolate mingle with cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg, caressed by mellow vanilla and oak. At cask strength, the warmth is integrated, delivering a long, luxurious finish of dried fruit, spice and polished wood.

Finish

Long, lush finish, sherry-laden with dark fruit and orange zest, almond and cocoa, underpinned by rich oak and spice, fading to a warm, elegant encore.