Description

It may be hard to imagine today, but for much of the 20th century, Macallan was primarily a constituent malt in blends. It was not until the 1980s downturn in the market that the distillery decided to focus on its single malt brand.

Fortuitously, this coincided with the crest of a wave of enthusiasm for the high-quality releases that the distillery had licensed to Campbell, Hope & King, and Gordon & MacPhail in the 1960s and 1970s. These remain some of the most collectible on the market.

While global single malt sales volume is still led by Speyside neighbours, Glenfiddich and Glenlivet, Macallan is easily the most sought-after. So much so in fact, that they had to open a brand new distillery in 2018, a subterranean architectural masterpiece within the Easter Elchies estate, boasting 36 copper pot stills.

Released in 2012 this specially designed bottle bears a unique image of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II created by the sculptor Arnold Martin.

The contents of this bottle were specially chosen for the months it was drawn from the casks, 6th February, the Queen's accession, and the first week in June, traditionally when the Jubilees are celebrated.

Bottled at 52% in line with the year of the Queen's accession, only 2,012 bottles were released.

This expression of Macallan was released in 2012 to commemorate Queen Elizabeth's diamond jubilee.

Marrying together a selection of ex-sherry casks that were filled during the Queen's reign.

This is a limited release with only 2012 bottles being produced.


MACALLAN POINTERS - QUEEN ELIZABETH II 70TH ANNIVERSARY (10CL)

The 70th-anniversary release of the miniature crock is limited to 70 bottles, Bottle No. 2.

A limited-edition decanter to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Accession to the Throne


** Please note a 2 Bottle delivery charge applies**

LOT No. IWA: 65665575

Guide Price: €13000 - €16000