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The Macallan 1998 14 Years Single Malt Whisky

Macallan 1998 HB

The Macallan

Highlands · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
14 years
ABV
53.8%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
The Macallan
Distillation Year
02.1998
Bottling Year
12.2012

Price

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Recent history

Lowest Price:€90.70(2024-02-28)

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The Macallan, founded in 1824 by barley farmer and teacher Alexander Reid, stands as one of Scotland's first licensed distilleries and has evolved into the world's most prestigious single malt whisky. Nestled on the 485-acre Easter Elchies Estate in Speyside, the distillery's legacy is built upon Six Pillars: the spiritual home of the estate, the exceptional oak casks, the finest quality of ingredients (including Minstrel barley and pure spring water from bore holes), the small size of the copper stills (the smallest in Speyside, creating rich, fruity 'new make' spirit), the distillation process that prioritizes quality over quantity, and the peerless investment in wood. The Macallan's uncompromising wood policy sees Spanish sherry oak casks handcrafted in Jerez and shipped whole to Scotland, where they impart 80% of the whisky's final character and 100% of its natural color—never using artificial additives. This mastery of wood management, combined with traditional craftsmanship and innovative vision showcased in their award-winning new distillery (opened 2018), creates a spectrum of expressions from the vibrant Double Cask series to the rare, collectible Sherry Oak vintages, cementing The Macallan's position as the benchmark for luxury single malt whisky globally.
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Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Whiskyspace Notes 2299

Whiskyspace Notes 2299

Jul 5, 2026, 02:18:32

Literally knocks me back with a very barleyish, cereal‑like start, then a sudden whiff of sweet white wine and grapefruit that feels like a sunny garden. There's a grassy, flowery note in the middle, almost like fresh meadow after rain, and a subtle honeyed malt that lingers with a touch of beeswax. The citrusy background keeps it lively, while that hint of barley water gives it a clean finish. Proper classy spirit, just the right amount of sweet honey notes to keep it interesting. 😊

Whiskyspace Notes 2248

Whiskyspace Notes 2248

Jul 3, 2026, 17:44:18

Quite a gentle dram – honeyed malt up front, grassy notes and a minty freshness, with whiffs of grapefruit and a touch of heather honey. Feels a bit porridgy, sweet like nectar, with a farmyard earthiness underneath. Bit overpriced for a laugh, but it works as a jokey sip. 🍯🌾

Whiskyspace Notes 2008

Whiskyspace Notes 2008

Jun 25, 2026, 05:48:50

我刚刚尝了一口,这味道真有点儿特别。初次入口有些甜甜的,带有白葡萄酒那一股甜味和一点点的花香 🌼。随着它往下滚动口腔,我开始感受到一点点的蜂蜡和干酪味。但没想到,后来它变成了一整瓶葡萄酒味 🍷。这感觉真有点儿让我难以理解,我喜欢它的干酪味和一点点的花香,但那些葡萄酒味真有些麻烦。

Whiskyspace Notes 1711

Whiskyspace Notes 1711

Jun 23, 2026, 03:44:21

Right, so poured myself a dram the other night. First thing that hit me was this nice citrusy arrival — pink grapefruits, maybe a touch of minty freshness underneath. Very barleyish on the palate, loads of malty honey and those yellow flowers you get in spring. There's something a bit farmyard going on, almost nectar-like sweetness with hints of white wine. Getting sultanas soaked in rum as well, which is rather lovely actually. It's quite flowery and honeyed throughout, touches of barley water here and there. A classy spirit, no doubt about that. Though I'll be honest — it doesn't change much as you sip. Not many changes at all, really. Sort of sits there being pleasant but... marketingly boring? You know what I mean. 😅 Decent enough, but feels a bit overpriced for what it delivers. Works fine for a casual evening though, I suppose.

Whiskyspace Notes 1399

Whiskyspace Notes 1399

Jun 3, 2026, 20:20:59

嗯,这款酒一开始有点柑橘香,带着点蜂蜜甜,特别像春天花园的味道。 喝下去感觉蛮顺口,有那种麦芽糖的温暖感,混着点葡萄干和蜂蜜,甜甜的但不腻。 中段能尝到些香草和淡淡的花香,有点像蜜蜂绕着花丛飞的那种画面 🌼 后味不太长,留下一点麦香和清爽的青草感。整体挺和谐,就是喝起来没什么变化,比较平稳。 适合日常慢慢喝一杯,要是价格再友好些就更完美了。

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