Macallan 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 24.127) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
- Distillery
- The Macallan
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 47.7%
- Age
- 23 years
- Price
- £799
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Vanilla, Old Wood, Honey, Toasted
- Description
- The Scotch Malt Whisky Society's 'Northern Lights' label graces this 1991 Macallan, matured 23 years in a refill bourbon hogshead and bottled at 47.7% ABV—just 262 bottles produced. The bourbon cask allows the distillery's signature sherry-touched character to develop with subtlety: honeyed malt, dried fruit, and gentle spice without heavy wood dominance. A refined, elegant Speyside expression for those seeking finesse over intensity.
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Macallan 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 24.127) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is a 23-year-old single malt from The Macallan (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 47.7% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — sherried, vanilla, old wood, honey. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society's 'Northern Lights' label graces this 1991 Macallan, matured 23 years in a refill bourbon hogshead and bottled at 47.7% ABV—just 262 bottles produced. The bourbon cask allows the distillery's signature sherry-touched character to develop with subtlety: honeyed malt, dried fruit, and gentle spice without heavy wood dominance. A refined, elegant Speyside expression for those seeking finesse over intensity.
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