The Macallan Speymalt 18 Year Old 2006 is a luxurious Speyside single malt Scotch whisky, bottled in 2024 by the esteemed independent bottler Gordon & MacPhail for their revered Speymalt series. Distilled in 2006 and matured for 18 years in a first fill sherry butt (#9620), this exceptional single cask release showcases Macallan’s legendary craftsmanship, with rich sherry influence layered over the distillery’s elegant, spirit-led core. Limited to just 585 bottles, it is a highly collectible expression of classic sherried Speyside whisky.
Why We Think You’ll Love It
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Distilled in 2006 and matured 18 years in a first fill sherry butt (#9620)
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Bottled in 2024 by Gordon & MacPhail for the prestigious Speymalt series
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Limited release of just 585 bottles
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A classic sherry-matured Macallan with depth and sophistication
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Highly collectible Speyside single malt for Macallan enthusiasts
The Macallan Speymalt 18 Year Old 2006 is a superbly composed single malt, where first fill sherry maturation enhances rather than overwhelms the iconic Macallan spirit. Rich, elegant, and deeply satisfying, it stands as a standout release for lovers of mature, sherry-forward Scotch whisky.
Bottle Information
Bottle Information
Bottler: Gordon & MacPhail
Cask Type: 1st fill sherry butt
Cask #: #9620
ABV: 61.30%
Type: Single Malt Scotch
Region: Speyside
Age: 18 Year Old
Vintage: 2006
Volume: 70cl
Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
Nose Opulent aromas of dried fruits, dark chocolate, orange peel, and polished oak with warming spice.
Palate Full and indulgent, delivering flavours of sultana, fig, treacle, malted barley, and rich sherry sweetness.
Finish Long, warming, and refined, with lingering dark fruit, spice, and elegant oak tannin.
