November 2018 Auction

Macallan 1937 Lalique Golden Age of Travel 36 Year Old / The Steam Train

This is the third release in Macallan's collaborative series with Lalique, the Golden Age of Travel. The famous Speyside distillery and the historic French crystal maker have worked together in the past, however never on such a grand scale as this.

The series comprises of three stunning glass decanters, each celebrating a different mode of classic 1930's travel. Prior to this, the Steam Train, was the Ocean Liner and the Aeroplane, with two more set to be released in 2018 and 2019. First launched in 2015, the range is exclusive to Travel Retail.

This release contains an incredible pre-war vintage Macallan, distilled all the way back in 1937. The whisky was first bottled in 1973, however remaining stocks of this spectacular 36 year old were re-bottled in 2017 as Macallan sought a liquid worthy of this decadent release.

The crystal decanter is presented in a luxurious leather suitcase style box. The decanter has an ornate design and frosted edges. The set is completed by an elegant replacement decanter stopper.

This is one of just 50 bottles.

The bottle number here has been obscured at the seller's request.

Macallan 1997 Exceptional Cask #9182-01

The first cask from Macallan's new 'Exceptional Single Cask' range which were bottled in 2017 exclusively for the United States and parts of Asia.   This range takes it's name from a number of single cask bottlings Macallan released during the 1990s which are often described as some of 'the greatest Macallan of them all \".

Distilled on the 12th June 1997 and bottled over 20 years later after maturing in single European Oak Sherry Butt #9182 (Ref: 2017/ESB-9182/01)

Selected by Master Distiller Bob Dalgarno, this was the first cask to be reserved for the 2017 series on 2nd June of the same year.

One of only 111 bottles.

Imported and distributed by Spirits Platform, Botany NSW.

Macallan 1951

Technically not part of the series, however this is certainly a fine and rare Macallan!

Distilled in 1951 and bottled from two sherry casks #1541 and #1542

One of only 632 bottles.

Macallan M Black 2017 Release

This is the follow-up to the iconic Macallan M, which for a time held the world record for the most expensive bottle of whisky ever sold when the six litre 'Imperiale' variant sold at auction in January 2014. 

Macallan M Black has a subtle smoky edge to it, and was created to celebrate the distillery's rich heritage and as a knowing nod to Macallan's peaty past. 

The whisky itself was matured in sherry-seasoned oak casks, and the complexity and craftsmanship of the liquid is mirrored by the stunning Lalique black crystal decanter in which it is stored. 

This is bottle number 329 of 725.

Longmorn 1974 Samaroli Cask Strength Sherry Wood

A legendary independent bottling of heavily sherried Longmorn, distilled in 1974 and bottled for Silvano Samaroli by R.W. Duthie in 1985 at cask strength.

This particular bottling was rated very good by Serge Valentin who scored it an impressive 92 points!

Samaroli is perhaps Italy's most revered independent bottler of Scotch whisky. With an impeccable taste in single cask whiskies, and an eye for aesthetics (if not English spelling at times!), he is regarded by many as a visionary. Many of his bottles now occupy deserved sports on the pantheon of whisky greats.

Emmanuel Dron, Samaroli's great friend is a big fan of this release. There is a similarly labelled (but much lighter in colour) 1964 vintage from new wood that Dron describes as the \"Yin and Yang of Longmorn.\"

Bottle number 584 of only 600.

Macallan 1937 Luxury Spirit Company Decanter 50cl / Bottle 1 of 1

A genuine rarity for Macallan enthusiasts, this is a unique bottling from the Luxury Spirit Company of Glasgow, produced by filling antique decanters. 

This is a 1937 vintage and was filled into a c. 1920-30 Continental, Art Deco cut Crystal decanter.

The decanter comes complete with a solid silver collar, glass stopper, and certificate of authenticity and is presented in a gorgeous chequered patterned lacquered wooden box.

Laphroaig 40 Year Old

Distilled in 1960 and matured in oak casks in Warehouse #1 for over 40 years, this is the oldest age statement that has been available from Laphroaig officially. Bottled on 29th May 2001.  

Extremely limited, this is bottle number 0955.

With certificate of authenticity. 

Longrow 1974 Samaroli Sherry Wood

Longrow heavily peated spirit was first produced at Springbank during the early 1970s. 

This 1974 vintage is the second year of the expression's production, and was bottled by R.W. Duthie for Samaroli in 1987.

The 1970s are regarded by many to be a golden era for Longrow, with a number of outstanding bottlings of these vintages existing, this one being no exception. This is one of a number of releases bottled by Samaroli from this decade, and is considered to be evidence of his visionary outlook on the indusrty given the surging popularity of this particular expression since then.

Matured exclusively in sherry wood, this is bottle number 301 of only 408 produced.

Laphroaig 10 Year Old 1960s / US Carlton Import

A rare bottling produced for the American market.

This particular bottle of Laphroaig was produced in the late 1960s and was imported into the US by the Carlton Company. A truly fantastic example of Laphroaig, containing distillate from the 1950s.  

The seller has informed us that this is the 1969 rotation. 

Longmorn 1974 Samaroli Cask Strength Sherry Wood

A legendary independent bottling of heavily sherried Longmorn, distilled in 1974 and bottled for Silvano Samaroli by R.W. Duthie in 1985 at cask strength.

This particular bottling was rated very good by Serge Valentin who scored it an impressive 92 points!

Samaroli is perhaps Italy's most revered independent bottler of Scotch whisky. With an impeccable taste in single cask whiskies, and an eye for aesthetics (if not English spelling at times!), he is regarded by many as a visionary. Many of his bottles now occupy deserved sports on the pantheon of whisky greats.

Emmanuel Dron, Samaroli's great friend is a big fan of this release. There is a similarly labelled (but much lighter in colour) 1964 vintage from new wood that Dron describes as the \"Yin and Yang of Longmorn.\"

Bottle number 42 of only 600.

Longmorn 1974 Samaroli Sherry Wood / 20th Anniversary

A 1974 vintage Longmorn, bottled from sherry wood by R.W. Duthie for Samaroli in 1988 as part of a series celebrating their 20th anniversary.

Samaroli is perhaps Italy's most revered independent bottler of Scotch whisky. With an impeccable taste in single cask whiskies, and an eye for aesthetics (if not English spelling at times!), he is regarded by many as a visionary. Many of his bottles now occupy deserved sports on the pantheon of whisky greats.

The labels on this 20th anniversary series have been lovingly reappropriated from Samaroli's first ever series, his 1979/1980 collaboration with Cadenhead's. The image on this Ardbeg was first used on the 1969 Glen Grant from that set.

Bottle 206 of 540.

Macallan 1940 Gordon and MacPhail Decanter for Edoardo Giaccone / Queen Mother 80th Birthday

A 1980 bottling of Macallan produced by Gordon & MacPhail for the Edoardo Giaccone, owner of the Whiskyteca in Salo, Italy.

Gordon & MacPhail helped Macallan survive during the 1930s and 1940s by buying a regular batch of stock from them, which in turn allowed them to release a lot of these special Macallan bottlings to the Italian market.

Giaccone was something of a trailblazer, and was importing specially bottled official single malts for his bar in the late 1960s. He opened the famous venue in 1958, and it has been called a few different things over the years, including Garten, Edward & Edward, and La Taverna del Comandante.

This Edinburgh Crystal decanter contains 1940 vintage Macallan, and was produced to commemorate the 80th birthday of the late H.M Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother. Her birthday fell on August 4th.

This is decanter 335.

Macallan 1950

A stunning and incredibly rare presentation of Macallan, distilled in 1950. 

Bottled for and Imported in 1980 by Spey Traders Pty Ltd, NSW.

Bottle number 91.

Macallan 1958 Anniversary Malt 25 Year Old / Giovinetti Import

A spectacular example of an Anniversary Malt, distilled in 1958 and bottled in 1984 after maturing for 25 years in some of the very best sherry casks available.

Giovinetti & Figli Import

Martell Premier Voyage

Produced to celebrate the 300th anniversary of Martell, this extravagant 1 litre decanter contains cognac exclusively produced from a blend of 18 eaux-de-vie, the oldest sourced from a 1868 vintage.

The bottle itself is presented in a giant metal sculpture designed by Bernar Venet, and comes in a wooden box, including a branded glass pipette.

One of only 300 bottles produced.

Please note there will be a shipping charge for 8 bottles due to the weight of this item.

Macallan 1955 Campbell, Hope and King / Rinaldi Import

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

This is an 'over 15 year old' expression, and was imported to Italy by Fratelli Rinaldi.

Macallan Edrington Americas 75cl

This is an incredibly hard to come by bottle of Macallan. Produced in 2014, this was a gift to the newly minted Edrington Americas staff in the United States, a commemoration of the company's parting ways with Remy Cointreau.

In the years since, this Macallan has become highly collectible.

Adorned in a US themed blue ribbon with red wax seal, this was bottled in the American standard 75cl.

Laphroaig 1967 Signatory Vintage 28 Year Old

A fantastic single cask Laphroaig distilled in 1967, the same vintage as the celebrated 15 year old Samaroli bottling. 

Distilled on the 20th of Septmeber 1967 and bottled in October 1995 after 27 years in single cask #2205. 

Bottle number 184 of 242.

Macallan 1964 Anniversary Malt 25 Year Old 

Distilled in 1964 and bottled in 1989. 

Longrow 1974 Samaroli Sherry Wood

Longrow heavily peated spirit was first produced at Springbank during the early 1970s. 

This 1974 vintage is the second year of the expression's production, and was bottled by R.W. Duthie for Samaroli in 1987.

The 1970s are regarded by many to be a golden era for Longrow, with a number of outstanding bottlings of these vintages existing, this one being no exception. This is one of a number of releases bottled by Samaroli from this decade, and is considered to be evidence of his visionary outlook on the industry given the surging popularity of this particular expression since then.

Matured exclusively in sherry wood, this is bottle number 30 of only 408 produced.

Laphroaig 10 Year Old 1970s / Bonfanti Import​

An older bottling of Laphroaig from the 1970s, prior to the granting of the royal warrant.

Bonfanti import for the Italian market.

Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak 2018 Release

The 2018 release of the sherried heavyweight that is Macallan 30 Year Old. 

Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak 2018 Release

The 2018 release of the sherried heavyweight that is Macallan 30 Year Old. 

Longmorn 1964 Duthie for Corti 21 Year Old 75cl / US Import​

A fantastic 21 year old whisky, distilled in 1964.

Bottled in 1986 by R.W Duthie & Co of Aberdeen, this was for the Corti Brothers of Sacramento. 

Macallan 1963 Anniversary Malt 25 Year Old / Baker Import

One of Macallan's famed Anniversary Malt 25 year old, distilled in 1963 and bottled in 1988.

Imported to Australia by L.H. Baker (Wines & Spirits) PTY.

Macallan 1981 Exceptional Cask #9780 50cl

This is the first release in the original 1990s Exceptional Cask range. 

Distilled on 22nd December 1981, matured in Fino sherry butt number #9780 before being bottled in December 1999.

Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak 75cl / US Import

A recent release of the hugely popular Macallan 30 year old.

Whisky tint: 26.

Please note that this bottle is a US Import by Edrington Americas.

Macallan 30 Year Old

A recent release of the hugely popular Macallan 30 year old.

Whisky tint: 26.

Laphroaig 40 Year Old

Distilled in 1960 and matured in oak casks in Warehouse #1 for over 40 years, this is the oldest age statement that has been available from Laphroaig officially. Bottled on 29th May 2001.  

Extremely limited, this is bottle number 1306.

With certificate of authenticity. 

Macallan Raffles Hotel Singapore

The exceptionally rare Raffles Macallan.

One of a number of official private bottlings produced by Macallan in the 1980s for select clients.

This one was bottled for the exclusive and historic Raffles Hotel Singapore. Established in 1887, the Colonial style hotel is a recognised National Monument of Singapore. 

Macallan don't just bottle for any old Tom, Dick or Harry.

Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak 2018 Release

The 2018 release of the sherried heavyweight that is Macallan 30 Year Old. 

Macallan 30 Year Old Sherry Oak 2018 Release

The 2018 release of the sherried heavyweight that is Macallan 30 Year Old.