January 2018 Auction

Macallan 1955 Campbell, Hope and King

A rare bottle of Macallan, distilled in 1955 and bottled at 80 Proof by Campbell, Hope and King, Elgin.

Imported by Italian Importer Rinaldi.

Macallan 1936 Gordon and MacPhail 1970s / Pinerolo Import​

Distilled at Macallan distillery in 1936, this is a rare vintage of Macallan bottled in the late 1970s by Gordon and MacPhail.

Italian import / Pinerolo.

Macallan 1937 Gordon and MacPhail 1970s

A very rare bottle of Macallan, distilled in 1937 and bottled by Gordon and MacPhail in the 1970s.

Unusually for the 1937 vintage releases, this label has been printed on high quality paper stock with raised horizontal lines.

Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak

The incredibly desirable and elusive Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak, which has spent it's entire maturation period within Oloroso Sherry casks from Jerez.

This recent release from Macallan carries Whisky Tint #26, signed by Bob Dalgarno.

Bowmore Bicentenary

Released in early 1979, this legendary bottling of Bowmore contains whisky vatted from a selection of casks distilled in 1964.  This Bicentenary release is widely considered to be one of the best Bowmore's ever bottled.

The selected casks were all matured exclusively in Bowmore's famous No.1 Vault, the original warehouse at the distillery, which dates back to 1779.

The bottle, bearing the Morrison clan coat of arms, is a replica of a hand blown decanter.

Please note that there is a defect with all Bowmore Bicentenary. The cork is very thin and held in place by the wax, the wax is soluble in whisky. This can create issues in transit where a bottle with no issues can start to leak, Whisky Auctioneer Ltd cannot be held liable for any leakage/damage caused whilst the bottle is in transit, including lots sent using Risk Free Shipping. Collection is advised.

Macallan 1999 Easter Elchies 2012

The Easter Elchies single cask bottlings from Macallan are released annually exclusive to Macallan distillery.  

Distilled in 1999 and matured until 2012, this 13 year old single sherry butt #6697 yielded 390 bottles.

Please note condition of lot as shown, including damage to box. 

Mortlach 1939 Gordon and MacPhail 50 Year Old

This incredible single cask Mortlach was distilled during the start of World War II on 17th November 1939 and bottled exactly 50 years later by Gordon and MacPhail in 1989.

Includes original certificate.

Macallan 1962 Campbell, Hope and King

Bottled at 80 Proof by Campbell, Hope and King, Elgin.

Imported by Italian Importers Fratelli Rinaldi.

Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak

The incredibly desirable and elusive Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak, which has spent it's entire maturation period within Oloroso Sherry casks from Jerez.

This release from Macallan carries Whisky Tint #26, signed by Bob Dalgarno.

Macallan 1965 17 Year Old

Distilled in 1965 and bottled in 1983

Macallan 30 Year Old

Macallan 30 year old matured in a Jerez Sherry casks.  

Presented in older style packaging style packaging.

Macallan 1938 Gordon and MacPhail 37 Year Old / Pinerolo Import​

An Italian import bottling by Gordon and MacPhail for Pinerolo.

Distilled in 1938 and bottled at 37 years old this is a great opportunity to own a genuinely old Macallan.

 Macallan 14 Year Old Seasonal Selection

The Easter Elchies Seasonal Selection dates from 2005-2007.

This \"Winter\" edition was distilled in 1991 and matured in a single sherry oak Puncheon, numbered 7020 which yielded 570 bottles. 

 Macallan 14 Year Old Easter Elchies Seasonal Selection

The Easter Elchies Seasonal Selection dates from 2005-2007.

This \"Winter\" edition was distilled in 1991 and matured in a single sherry oak Puncheon #7020 which yielded 570 bottles. 

Michter's 25 Year Old Single Barrel Straight Rye​ 

Matured for 25 years, this Single Barrel Straight Rye Whiskey was matured in barrel no. #146719.

Bottle 97 of 106.

Macallan 1997 Easter Elchies 2010

The 2010 Easter Elchies bottling was from a single sherry butt cask #432, distilled in 1997 and bottled in 2010.

Macallan Coronation

The latest in the Macallan royal bottlings, this release from June 2013 consists of two 35cl bottles with a box designed by David Holmes. One bottle depicts the queen from 1953, matured solely in American oak sherry seasoned casks, while the other matured in Spanish sherry seasoned casks.   Only 1,953 boxes were produced to convey the date of the coronation in 1953.

Only available on Macallan’s website or at the distillery this quickly became one of the fastest selling releases of 2013. 

Bottled at 55.7% (1953 image)

Bottled at 58.1% (2013 image)

Please note shipping will be charged for 2 bottles.

Macallan Coronation

The latest in the Macallan royal bottlings, this release from June 2013 consists of two 35cl bottles with a box designed by David Holmes. One bottle depicts the queen from 1953, matured solely in American oak sherry seasoned casks, while the other matured in Spanish sherry seasoned casks.   Only 1,953 boxes were produced to convey the date of the coronation in 1953.

Only available on Macallan’s website or at the distillery this quickly became one of the fastest selling releases of 2013. 

Bottled at 55.7% (1953 image)

Bottled at 58.1% (2013 image)

Please note shipping will be charged for 2 bottles.

Macallan 1997 Easter Elchies 2010

The 2010 Easter Elchies bottling was from a single sherry butt cask #432, distilled in 1997 and bottled in 2010.

Macallan Coronation

The latest in the Macallan royal bottlings, this release from June 2013 consists of two 35cl bottles with a box designed by David Holmes. One bottle depicts the queen from 1953, matured solely in American oak sherry seasoned casks, while the other matured in Spanish sherry seasoned casks.   Only 1,953 boxes were produced to convey the date of the coronation in 1953.

Only available on Macallan’s website or at the distillery this quickly became one of the fastest selling releases of 2013. 

Bottled at 55.7% (1953 image)

Bottled at 58.1% (2013 image)

Please note shipping will be charged for 2 bottles.

Macallan 1974 Anniversary Malt 25 Year Old

A legendary release from Macallan, distilled in 1974 and bottled in 1999.  

Matured exclusively in sherry wood for 25 years.

Macallan 1965 17 Year Old / Rinaldi Import

Distilled at Macallan distillery in 1965 and bottled in 1983 as 17 year old.

Fratelli Rinaldi Italian Import.

This is an semi-official box for a Macallan with them normally being sold in cardboard cartons. These wooden boxes were produced for Rinaldi who were an official importer of Macallan for the Italian market. 

Macallan 1971 Samaroli 24 Year Old

This is an example of Macallan from Sameroli, distilled in 1971 and matured in sherry wood casks numbered 16 and 17. 

Bottle number 39 of 540.

Macallan 1974 Anniversary Malt 25 Year Old

A legendary release from Macallan, distilled in 1974 and bottled in 1999.  

Matured exclusively in sherry wood for 25 years.

Macallan 1965 17 Year Old

Distilled at Macallan distillery in 1965 and bottled in 1983 as 17 year old.

Rinaldi Italian Import.

This is an semi-official box for a Macallan with them normally being sold in cardboard cartons. These wooden boxes were produced for Rinaldi who were an official importer of Macallan for the Italian market. 

Macallan 21 Year Old Edition 1 / The Savoy Collection

Many decades ago, The Savoy created a range of spirits bottled exclusively for the hotel to be enjoyed by the most loyal guest and discerning imbibers of the time. 
These spirits were savoured in The Savoy's world famous bar and were often shipped abroad or bought home as the most special memento of their stay.

In 2013 The Savoy revived this tradition with the launch of a most prestigious collection of unique spirits, bottled and presented to reflect the outstanding quality that has been The Savoy's trademark for over 124 years. 

This rare example of the much sought-after 21 years-old Macallan has been exclusively bottled for The Savoy by whisky collector and 'Keeper of the Quaich' Sukhinder Singh, who released this liquid from his private reserve stock, limiting to a maximum quantity of 121 bottles.

This particular Macallan has been drawn from a refill hogshead.

Bottle number 31 of 121. 

Macallan 1937 Gordon and MacPhail 1970s

This is one of the first batches of 1937 vintage Macallan that were bottled in the 1970s by Elgin based Gordon and MacPhail. Complete with a red cap, which were originally used for the company's Connoisseurs Choice range at that time.

The amber colour of this liquid is not normally associated with this style of Macallan. An explanation for this is that G&M may not have added colouring to this early batch.

Macallan 18 Year Old 1966  / Giovinetti & Figli Import

A bottle of Macallan 1966, 18 year old.

This rare bottling was imported into Italy by Giovinetti and Figli.

Macallan 1979 Gran Reserva 18 Year Old

The Gran Reserva Macallan’s were release between 1997 and 2002.

Distilled in 1979 and bottled in 1997, this 18 year old Macallan is widely regarded as one of the most memorable and legendary bottles ever.

Macallan 25 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail / Queen's SIlver Jubilee 1977​

A Macallan released in 1977 to commemorate the Queen's Silver Jubilee.

Imported by Pinerolo for the Italian market.

Macallan 1975 Anniversary Malt 25 Year Old 75cl / US Import

A legendary release from Macallan, distilled in 1975 and bottled in 2000.  

Matured exclusively in sherry wood for 25 years.

Imported to America by Remy Amerique Inc.

Macallan 1979 Gran Reserva 18 Year Old

The Gran Reserva Macallan’s were release between 1997 and 2002.

Distilled in 1979 and bottled in 1997, this 18 year old Macallan is widely regarded as one of the most memorable and legendary bottles ever.