Distilled in 1974 and bottled in 1993, this 18-year-old single malt is a rare and iconic expression from Macallan’s celebrated sherry wood series. Fully matured in European Oloroso sherry casks, this vintage release represents the style that cemented Macallan’s reputation among collectors worldwide. Bottled at 43% ABV without colouring or chill-filtration, it is now considered one of the distillery’s most sought-after vintage-dated expressions.

Provenance: Deceased estate. Bottle displays natural signs of storage and age.

The Macallan Distillery

Founded in 1824 in Speyside, Macallan built its legacy on a dedication to sherry oak maturation. By the mid-1960s, the distillery committed itself to sourcing exclusively from Spanish Oloroso sherry casks, creating the rich, full-bodied style that became its hallmark. The vintage-dated 18-year-old releases from the 1970s and 1980s are now recognised globally as benchmarks of quality and are among the most collectible Scotch whiskies ever bottled.

The Macallan 1974 18 Years Sherry Wood Tasting Notes

Nose: Spiced fruit cake layered with dried dates, raisins, and forest berries, lifted by candied orange peel, dark honey, and a trace of tobacco.

Palate: Silky and full-bodied, with flavours of rich dried fruits, toffee, and brown sugar balanced by leather, caramel, and subtle oak spice. Notes of dark honey, raisins, and hints of molasses emerge with time.

Finish: Medium to long, warming and complex, with lingering sherry sweetness, tobacco richness, and a final touch of oak and spice.

Why Add Macallan 1974 18 Years Sherry Wood to Your Collection?

Vintage Macallan bottlings from the 1970s are among the most prized in the whisky world. This 1974 release captures the essence of Macallan’s legendary sherry oak style at its peak — offering not only outstanding depth and character but also undeniable rarity. With bottles from this era increasingly scarce and commanding record prices at international auctions, this expression is a true collector’s highlight and a cornerstone for any serious whisky portfolio.