Macallan Fine & Rare 29Y Vintage 1976 0,7L 45,5%

The Macallan Fine & Rare 29 Years Old Vintage 1976 is a vintage single malt whisky that captures the character of a specific year – and is also one of the most sought-after items in the prestigious Fine & Rare collection. Each bottle is the result of maturation in a single cask and represents the authentic archival expression of the distillery.

1976 – a world in motion

The year the spirit entered the cask, the world was undergoing fundamental changes. The first commercial Concorde flight took place, the Olympic Games were held in Montreal, and the global political scene was changing. During the same period, The Macallan's reputation as a brand focused on quality and precision cask work continued to grow.

Fine & Rare Collection, launched at the beginning of the 21st century, is now considered the largest and most comprehensive collection of vintage single malt whisky in the world. Each vintage represents a specific moment in history – preserved in a cask and later bottled in limited quantities.

Edition specifications:

• Age: 29 years
• Year of bottling: 2006
• Cask type: Butt
• Cask number: 11354
• Total yield: only 620 bottles
• Alcohol: 45.5%
• Color: deep cherry (Natural Color 36)

The butt type cask allowed for slower, controlled maturation, which preserved the balance between the wood and the fruity character of the distillate.

Tasting profile:

Aroma: Caramelized apples, dates, and vanilla pods intertwine with cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. In the background, there is a subtle wood smoke and a tone of polished oak.

Taste: Distinct woody spices and light smoke, complemented by hints of peaches and dates. The structure is firm but elegant.

Finish: Long, with a combination of fruit, spices, and oak, slightly dry.

The Macallan Fine & Rare 29 Years Old Vintage 1976 is more than just a whiskey. It is a vintage original, a collector's artifact, and an opportunity to taste the work and craftsmanship that originated almost half a century ago. A rare opportunity to touch history—through taste.

The Macallan Distillers Ltd.

The Macallan Distillery was founded in 1824 by Alexander Reid, originally a teacher and barley grower, who leased land in Easter Elchies in 1819. The Macallan was one of the first Scottish distilleries to be officially licensed and has gradually built a reputation as one of the most prestigious single malt whisky brands in the world.

From the beginning, its character has been shaped by three key influences – Scotland, Spain, and North America. It is precisely this emphasis on the selection of raw materials and, above all, on maturation in carefully selected sherry casks from Spain that has become one of the pillars of this iconic brand's style. Merchant Roderick Kemp, who bought the distillery in 1892 and cemented its long-term association with sherry casks, also played an important role.

A legendary milestone was the 1926 cask, which was bottled after sixty years as The Macallan 1926 60 Years Old – one of the most sought-after whiskies of its time.

In 2018, the brand opened a new architecturally exceptional distillery designed by Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners, which combines modern technology with respect for the surrounding Speyside landscape. In 2024, the distillery celebrated 200 years since its founding – two centuries of craftsmanship, innovation, and exceptional quality that have defined the style of The Macallan.