This extraordinary whisky, part of the exquisite Red Collection launched in 2020, is a testament to the art of aging and the pursuit of perfection. Matured for an impressive five decades in carefully selected sherry-seasoned oak casks, this whisky embodies the essence of time and dedication. Presented in a meticulously handcrafted sustainable European oak case, the Macallan 50 Year Old Red Collection is a true work of art. The attention to detail and commitment to quality that Macallan is renowned for is showcased in every aspect of this exceptional spirit.
Tasting Note by Macallan:Nose: Antique Oak and soft leather, light floral notes, rich cocoa and black cherry and Ginger.Palate: Warming combination Dried fruits and wood spices moving into Dates and dark chocolate, orange Oil and hints of sultanas.Finish: Rich and complex with slight effervescent feel, with a long lasting finish of raisins, dates and creme brulee.
The Macallan 77 Years Old is the latest and most venerable release in The Red Collection, a remarkable series of aged single malts that celebrates the distillery’s enduring commitment to craftsmanship, heritage, and time. Distilled over seventy years ago and matured under the careful stewardship of multiple generations of whisky makers, this release stands as one of the oldest and rarest single malts ever bottled by The Macallan.The Red Collection draws inspiration from the significance of the colour red throughout The Macallan’s history — from founder Alexander Reid (whose surname means “the red one”), to early red-labelled bottlings of rare vintages. This 77 Year Old joins the esteemed ranks of the 40, 50, 60, 71, 74, and 78 Year Old expressions, offering collectors and connoisseurs an extraordinary glimpse into The Macallan’s oldest stocks.
Tasting Note by Macallan:Nose: A beautifully balanced blend of citrus fruits with hints of woodsmoke and antique oak open on the nose, perfectly paired with sweet notes of raisin and plump, chewy dates.Palate: Extremely rich and resinous, sumptuous baked custard, crystalised ginger, marmalade, and sticky treacle open on the palate, before moving into a medley of dried fruit.Finish: Long with sweet woodsmoke, with the traditional flavour of Cherry Bakewell and the linger of tropical fruits.
Experience one of the rarest and most revered expressions from The Macallan – the Fine & Rare 1951, a single malt whisky that embodies over half a century of careful maturation, craftsmanship, and historical significance.
Product Details
Vintage Year: 1951
Age Statement: 51 Years Old
Year Bottled: 2002
Cask Type: Butt
Cask Number: 644
Outturn: 348 Bottle Equivalents
Natural Tint: 27
Tasting Note by Macallan:Nose: Tropical fruit (pineapple) with some dried fruit raisins. Light wood and peat.Palate: Pineapple and other fruits with light cinnamon spices and peat.Finish: Tropical fruit sweetness balanced with drying peat smoke.
The Macallan Fine & Rare 1950 stands as a historic testament to the distillery’s unrivalled legacy. Distilled over seven decades ago and matured for 52 years in a single sherry butt, this is a peerless expression of time, tradition, and complexity — an extraordinary treasure for the discerning collector or enthusiast.
Tasting Note by Macallan:Nose: Rich citrus lemons with peat smoke. Forward floral character almost perfume to the fore.Palate: Lemons and smoky peat notes with light wood.Finish: Tropical fruit sweetness balanced with drying peat smoke.
The Macallan Fine & Rare 1940 is a singular embodiment of resilience and rarity — distilled in a time of global upheaval and first bottled 35 years later, in 1975. Unlike cask-released counterparts, this expression was acquired in bottle from a private collection, preserving the character and spirit of a bygone era. It remains one of the most elusive and intriguing vintages in the Fine & Rare archive.
Product Details
Vintage Year: 1940
Age Statement: 35 Years Old
First Bottled: 1975
Origin: Acquired in bottle from a private collection
Outturn: 420 Bottle Equivalents
Natural Tint: 22
Tasting Note by Macallan:Nose: Heavy burnt peat dominates the nose with dried fruits and vanilla toffee notes breaking through on second nosing. Some hints of lighter and citrus fruits with a late floral nose.Palate: Peaty with some dried fruits and nuts with a late and sweetening toffee character.Finish: Wood maturity is enhanced with peat smoke to linger for a long and dry finish.
The Macallan Fine & Rare 1938 is among the earliest and most historically profound expressions in the Fine & Rare Collection. Distilled in the shadow of a changing world and bottled in 1969 after 31 years of maturation, this whisky offers a rare glimpse into The Macallan’s pre-war distilling heritage. With only 198 bottle equivalents known, it is a jewel of scarcity and significance.
Product Details
Vintage Year: 1938
Age Statement: 31 Years Old
First Bottled: 1969
Origin: Acquired in bottle from a private collection
Outturn: 198 Bottle Equivalents
Natural Tint: 21
Tasting Note by Macallan:Nose: Soft and inviting with balanced apples and citrus orange, wood, peat and spices – cinnamon.Palate: A rich mix of wood and peat, some dried fruits and clear orange.Finish: Fruits and wood with a soft, smooth and lingering peat smoke finish.
