The Macallan 1997 SV Cask Strength Collection, Symington's Choice, is a highly sought-after single malt whisky that was distilled in 1997 and bottled in 2023 after 25 years of maturation in a first-fill Oloroso sherry butt. This special release is limited to just 660 bottles, making it a rare and valuable find for whisky connoisseurs. Produced under the Signatory Vintage brand, this whisky hails from the renowned Macallan distillery in the Speyside region, celebrated for its exceptional sherry-matured whiskies. The whisky is known for its deep, dark color, reminiscent of the label itself, and its exceptional quality, with a natural alcohol content of 55.0% that has been preserved without the addition of coloring or chill-filtration. The first-fill Oloroso sherry butt imparts rich, fruity flavors to the whisky, with notes of dried fruits, chocolate, and competition fruitcake. Tasting notes describe the whisky as creamy and easy-drinking, with a syrupy texture, flavors of liquorice, pipe tobacco, tar, dried prunes, Corinth raisins, precious molasses, peppermint, and very chocolatey toffee. When water is added, the whisky "peacocks and goes fractal," with even more spices, dried fruits, organic matter, and various old liqueurs emerging. The Macallan distillery is renowned for its sherry-matured whiskies, and the Symington's Choice release is no exception. The first-fill sherry butt used for this whisky imparts a rich, fruity flavor that is highly sought-after by whisky enthusiasts. With its natural color, high alcohol content, and exceptional flavor profile, the Macallan 1997 SV Cask Strength Collection, Symington's Choice, is a true treasure for whisky lovers.
The ABV (Alcohol By Volume) of this whisky is 55%, reflecting its cask strength nature.
Only 660 bottles of this limited edition whisky were released, making it a rare and valuable find.
This whisky features rich, fruity flavors imparted by the first-fill Oloroso sherry butt, including dried fruits, chocolate, liquorice, pipe tobacco, and peppermint.
The Macallan 1997 SV Cask Strength Collection, Symington's Choice, offers an exquisite balance of flavors and an impressive complexity that justifies its high price point. Despite its strong 55% ABV, the whisky remains smooth and easy to drink, with a depth of character that evolves beautifully with the addition of water. This is a whisky that truly showcases the artistry of Macallan and the careful curation of Signatory Vintage. A rare gem, indeed, worth savoring and collecting.
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