Product Overview
The Macallan Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Fine & Rare Collection – 1947 Vintage (15 Year Old, First Bottled 1962)
An extraordinary and historically significant release, The Macallan 1947 15 Year Old is a crown jewel of the renowned Fine & Rare Collection. Distilled in the immediate post-war era and first bottled in 1962, this rare single malt captures a pivotal moment in Scotch whisky history, offering a profile defined by patience, craftsmanship, and exceptional scarcity.
Key Details & Distinction
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Distillation Year: 1947
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Age Statement: 15 Years Old
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First Bottled: 1962
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Collection: Fine & Rare
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Cask Maturation: Matured in select oak casks, expressing the classic character of early Macallan vintages
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Color: Natural golden amber
On the Nose
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Elegant aromas of dried orchard fruits and honeyed malt
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Subtle notes of citrus peel, antique wood, and soft baking spices
On the Palate
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Silky and well-balanced with remarkable depth
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Flavors of stewed fruits, toffee, and gentle oak
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Hints of nutmeg, cinnamon, and lightly toasted malt
The Finish
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Long and graceful
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Lingering sweetness balanced by refined oak and warm spice
Why It’s Exceptional
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Rare post-war Macallan distilled during a historic production era
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Early Fine & Rare bottling, highly prized by collectors
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Bottled at a time when traditional methods defined The Macallan’s house style
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A museum-quality whisky with enduring investment and heritage appeal
The Macallan 1947 15 Year Old Fine & Rare (First Bottled 1962) is more than a whisky—it is a tangible piece of Scotch whisky history, crafted for collectors and connoisseurs who appreciate true provenance and timeless excellence.