{"product_id":"smws-distillery-24-rare-release-macallan-14-year-old-massive-oak-extraction-2023-release-30ml-63","title":"SMWS Whisky Sample Distillery 24 Rare Release Macallan 14 Year Old Massive oak extraction 2023 Release(30ml, 63%)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSMWS Whisky Sample Distillery 24 Rare Release Macallan 14 Year Old Massive oak extraction 2023 Release (30ml, 63%)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1557\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1557\"\u003eSMWS \"Massive Oak Extraction\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1557 citation-end-1557\"\u003e is a rare and formidable beast.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1556\"\u003eReleased in 2023 to celebrate the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1556\"\u003eSpirit of Speyside Festival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1556\"\u003e, this 14-year-old \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1556\"\u003eMacallan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1556 citation-end-1556\"\u003e is a departure from the distillery's polished official bottlings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1555\"\u003eAt a staggering \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1555\"\u003e63.0% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1555 citation-end-1555\"\u003e, this is Macallan stripped of its marketing armor and dressed in heavy, high-tannin armor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1554\"\u003eIt’s a marriage of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1554\"\u003efirst-fill Spanish oak Oloroso hogsheads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1554\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1554\"\u003erefill American oak Pedro Ximénez butts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1554 citation-end-1554\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark and brooding. \u003cspan class=\"citation-1552\"\u003eIt leads with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1552\"\u003esherry-soaked raisins, spiced wine, and charcuterie\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1552 citation-end-1552\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1551\"\u003eThere is a heavy confectionery layer of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1551\"\u003ecrème brûlée and chocolate-covered strawberries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1551\"\u003e, but it’s pierced by sharp \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1551\"\u003epeppercorns and antique musk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1551 citation-end-1551\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e As it opens, it reveals Dutch cocoa, cloves, and Dutch licorice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick, syrupy, and initially quite hot. The \"Massive Oak\" arrives immediately—toasted almonds, hazelnuts, and big tannic pucker. \u003cspan class=\"citation-1550\"\u003eAny initial sweetness from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1550\"\u003edark cherries and molasses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1550\"\u003e is quickly countered by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1550\"\u003eespresso, burnt heather, and old Cognac\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1550 citation-end-1550\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e It’s spicy and vibrant, with cinnamon, ginger, and chili heat that lingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Immense and drying. \u003cspan class=\"citation-1549\"\u003eThe oak grip remains firm, leaving notes of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1549\"\u003ebitter chocolate, balsamic reduction, and pencil shavings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1549 citation-end-1549\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1548\"\u003eDespite the \"extraction,\" it avoids being overly bitter, finishing instead with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1548\"\u003espicy fruitcake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1548 citation-end-1548\"\u003e richness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1548 citation-end-1548\"\u003eWhy it's special\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1547\"\u003eThe \"Laddie\" Strength:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1547\"\u003e At 63%, this is Macallan at a proof almost never seen in official releases (the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"103\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1547\"\u003eClassic Cut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1547 citation-end-1547\"\u003eusually tops out in the high 50s).\u003c\/span\u003e It allows the oily, heavy new-make spirit to truly show its weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Wood Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1546 citation-end-1546\"\u003e It uses both Spanish and American oak.\u003c\/span\u003e The Spanish oak provides the \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"86\"\u003espice and tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the American oak provides the \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"141\"\u003evanilla and fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a \"push and pull\" that keeps the dram interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIndependent Macallan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Getting a high-age, single-cask-style Macallan from an independent bottler like SMWS is increasingly rare and expensive. This release was a \"no-brainer\" for members looking for the \u003cem data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"203\"\u003ereal\u003c\/em\u003e distillery character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chameleon Whisky","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53119229985043,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0799\/9383\/1699\/files\/SMWSDistillery24RareReleaseMacallan14YearOldMassiveoakextraction2023Release.jpg?v=1770043603","url":"https:\/\/chameleonwhisky.com\/products\/smws-distillery-24-rare-release-macallan-14-year-old-massive-oak-extraction-2023-release-30ml-63","provider":"Chameleon Whisky","version":"1.0","type":"link"}