The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Year Highland Single Malt Scotch WhiskyA Dram to be Enjoyed with Friends The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Year is a rich gold color, and has a vanilla nose with a hint of ginger, dried fruits, sherry sweetness, and wood smoke. The palate is deliciously smooth, with rich dried fruits, and sherry balanced with wood smoke and spice. The finish has sweet toffee and dried fruits, with wood smoke and spice.