The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak 2020 Annual Release is a landmark expression from Speyside's most celebrated distillery, matured exclusively in hand-picked sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez, Spain, for a minimum of 25 years before bottling. Each annual release of the Macallan 25 Sherry Oak draws from a specific cask selection assembled by the whisky maker team, making every edition a time-specific and non-repeatable expression of what a quarter century in exceptional Jerez sherry wood can achieve. The 2020 release presents a natural colour of rich mahogany as confirmed on the label, with tasting notes of long wood smoke, rich dried fruits, vanilla, and ginger spice, reflecting the full depth of colour and flavour developed through 25 years of sherry oak contact with no caramel colouring added. Presented in a premium blonde wood presentation box with silver fittings, this is now a back vintage expression several years out of active retail distribution, making it a genuinely scarce acquisition for serious Macallan collectors.
ABV / Proof
| Distillery | The Macallan Distillery, Easter Elchies, Craigellachie, Speyside, Scotland |
| Producer | The Macallan Distillers Ltd (Edrington Group) |
| Type | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
| Expression | Sherry Oak — Annual 2020 Release |
| Age Statement | 25 years |
| Cask Type | Hand-picked sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez, Spain |
| Colour | Natural colour — rich mahogany, no caramel added |
| Tasting Notes on Label | Long wood smoke, rich dried fruits, vanilla, ginger spice |
| ABV | 43% |
| Proof | 86 Proof |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Country | Scotland |
| Region | Speyside (marketed as Highland) |
| Packaging | Premium blonde wood presentation box with silver fittings |
Tasting Notes
Color: Deep natural mahogany with rich garnet and amber tones — entirely the result of 25 years in hand-picked Jerez sherry oak, no caramel added
Nose: Complex and deeply sherried, with Christmas cake, dark bitter orange, dried fig, raisin, cinnamon, antique leather, and a long wood smoke that develops slowly and adds a distinctive depth. The 25-year sherry oak integration is complete and unmistakable.
Palate: Rich and full, with dark chocolate orange, stewed plum, toffee, ginger spice, toasted almonds, and the warm resinous Spanish oak character that is the signature of long-aged Macallan in Jerez casks. Layered, balanced, and deeply satisfying.
Finish: Long and warming, with dark dried fruits, polished leather, bitter chocolate, ginger spice, and a final sweetness from the sherry oak that lingers well after the glass is empty.
FAQ
What makes the 2020 Annual Release distinct from other years?
Each annual release of the Macallan 25 Sherry Oak draws from a specific cask selection at that moment in the distillery's maturation program. The 2020 release reflects the particular depth and character of those casks at peak maturity that year. Future editions draw from different casks, making each annual release genuinely non-repeatable. The 2020 is now a back vintage no longer in active production.
How does the Macallan 25 compare to the 18 and 30 Year Sherry Oak?
The Sherry Oak range steps up in age, rarity, and price at each tier. The 18 Year Old is the entry to long-aged Macallan sherry oak. The 25 Year Old adds seven more years of cask depth and noticeably greater complexity. The 30 Year Old is the pinnacle of the range in regular production, though we also carry it in store. Each tier is meaningfully distinct in character, not merely in price.
Why does natural colour matter?
The Macallan's commitment to natural colour means the rich mahogany of this expression comes exclusively from 25 years in sherry-seasoned Spanish oak, not from added caramel colouring. The deep, rich colour is a direct indicator of the quality and intensity of the Jerez cask seasoning selected for this release.
Does it come with the presentation box?
Yes. The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak 2020 is presented in its original blonde wood gift box with silver fittings as shown.
Where can I buy The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak 2020 online?
Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
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The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak 2020 Annual Release is a landmark expression from Speyside's most celebrated distillery, matured exclusively in hand-picked sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez, Spain, for a minimum of 25 years before bottling. Each annual release of the Macallan 25 Sherry Oak draws from a specific cask selection assembled by the whisky maker team, making every edition a time-specific and non-repeatable expression of what a quarter century in exceptional Jerez sherry wood can achieve. The 2020 release presents a natural colour of rich mahogany as confirmed on the label, with tasting notes of long wood smoke, rich dried fruits, vanilla, and ginger spice, reflecting the full depth of colour and flavour developed through 25 years of sherry oak contact with no caramel colouring added. Presented in a premium blonde wood presentation box with silver fittings, this is now a back vintage expression several years out of active retail distribution, making it a genuinely scarce acquisition for serious Macallan collectors.
ABV / Proof
| Distillery | The Macallan Distillery, Easter Elchies, Craigellachie, Speyside, Scotland |
| Producer | The Macallan Distillers Ltd (Edrington Group) |
| Type | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
| Expression | Sherry Oak — Annual 2020 Release |
| Age Statement | 25 years |
| Cask Type | Hand-picked sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez, Spain |
| Colour | Natural colour — rich mahogany, no caramel added |
| Tasting Notes on Label | Long wood smoke, rich dried fruits, vanilla, ginger spice |
| ABV | 43% |
| Proof | 86 Proof |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Country | Scotland |
| Region | Speyside (marketed as Highland) |
| Packaging | Premium blonde wood presentation box with silver fittings |
Tasting Notes
Color: Deep natural mahogany with rich garnet and amber tones — entirely the result of 25 years in hand-picked Jerez sherry oak, no caramel added
Nose: Complex and deeply sherried, with Christmas cake, dark bitter orange, dried fig, raisin, cinnamon, antique leather, and a long wood smoke that develops slowly and adds a distinctive depth. The 25-year sherry oak integration is complete and unmistakable.
Palate: Rich and full, with dark chocolate orange, stewed plum, toffee, ginger spice, toasted almonds, and the warm resinous Spanish oak character that is the signature of long-aged Macallan in Jerez casks. Layered, balanced, and deeply satisfying.
Finish: Long and warming, with dark dried fruits, polished leather, bitter chocolate, ginger spice, and a final sweetness from the sherry oak that lingers well after the glass is empty.
FAQ
What makes the 2020 Annual Release distinct from other years?
Each annual release of the Macallan 25 Sherry Oak draws from a specific cask selection at that moment in the distillery's maturation program. The 2020 release reflects the particular depth and character of those casks at peak maturity that year. Future editions draw from different casks, making each annual release genuinely non-repeatable. The 2020 is now a back vintage no longer in active production.
How does the Macallan 25 compare to the 18 and 30 Year Sherry Oak?
The Sherry Oak range steps up in age, rarity, and price at each tier. The 18 Year Old is the entry to long-aged Macallan sherry oak. The 25 Year Old adds seven more years of cask depth and noticeably greater complexity. The 30 Year Old is the pinnacle of the range in regular production, though we also carry it in store. Each tier is meaningfully distinct in character, not merely in price.
Why does natural colour matter?
The Macallan's commitment to natural colour means the rich mahogany of this expression comes exclusively from 25 years in sherry-seasoned Spanish oak, not from added caramel colouring. The deep, rich colour is a direct indicator of the quality and intensity of the Jerez cask seasoning selected for this release.
Does it come with the presentation box?
Yes. The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak 2020 is presented in its original blonde wood gift box with silver fittings as shown.
Where can I buy The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak 2020 online?
Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
100% Secure payments
Your details are protected and safe with us.