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1978 Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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Whiskey: 1978 Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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Size: 700ML

Proof: 86 (43%ABV)

Origin: Scotland

Distillery: The Macallan

Detailed Description

A vintage 18-year-old Macallan from the Sherry Oak series, distilled in 1978 and matured exclusively in Oloroso sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez. This era of Macallan is known for deep sherry influence, rich oak integration, and a classic Speyside profile shaped by long maturation. It delivers a dense, layered style with strong dried fruit character and polished oak structure.

1978 Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak Single Malt Scotch Whisky Tasting Notes

Nose: Dried figs, raisins, orange peel, polished oak, and dark caramel with gentle spice.

Palate: Rich and full-bodied — sherry sweetness, toffee, dried fruits, and dark chocolate layered with nutty oak and warm spice.

Finish: Long and elegant with lingering dried fruit, cocoa, soft leather, and sherry oak warmth.

Distillery Information

The Macallan’s Sherry Oak series is defined by full maturation in sherry-seasoned oak casks sourced from Jerez, Spain, which impart deep color and rich dried fruit character over long aging periods. The 1978 vintage reflects a traditional style of production from an era when Macallan focused heavily on sherry cask maturation before modern diversification of cask types. Extended aging allows for deep integration between spirit and wood, producing a refined, oak-driven profile with pronounced sweetness and spice. As a historical vintage release, it represents the classic Speyside sherry style that helped establish Macallan’s global reputation for richly matured single malts.

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1978 Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak Single Malt Scotch Whisky

$49,999.99

Whiskey: 1978 Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak Single Malt Scotch Whisky

This bottle will make a fine addition to any whisky lover.

Order from the Largest & Most Trusted Premium Spirits Marketplace!

Featured in

ALL ORDERS PLACED ARE GUARANTEED and WILL NOT be cancelled like with other retailers. Many other small liquor store sites will end up cancelling your order due to the high demand and unavailability.

Size: 700ML

Proof: 86 (43%ABV)

Origin: Scotland

Distillery: The Macallan

A vintage 18-year-old Macallan from the Sherry Oak series, distilled in 1978 and matured exclusively in Oloroso sherry-seasoned oak casks from Jerez. This era of Macallan is known for deep sherry influence, rich oak integration, and a classic Speyside profile shaped by long maturation. It delivers a dense, layered style with strong dried fruit character and polished oak structure.

1978 Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak Single Malt Scotch Whisky Tasting Notes

Nose: Dried figs, raisins, orange peel, polished oak, and dark caramel with gentle spice.

Palate: Rich and full-bodied — sherry sweetness, toffee, dried fruits, and dark chocolate layered with nutty oak and warm spice.

Finish: Long and elegant with lingering dried fruit, cocoa, soft leather, and sherry oak warmth.

Distillery Information

The Macallan’s Sherry Oak series is defined by full maturation in sherry-seasoned oak casks sourced from Jerez, Spain, which impart deep color and rich dried fruit character over long aging periods. The 1978 vintage reflects a traditional style of production from an era when Macallan focused heavily on sherry cask maturation before modern diversification of cask types. Extended aging allows for deep integration between spirit and wood, producing a refined, oak-driven profile with pronounced sweetness and spice. As a historical vintage release, it represents the classic Speyside sherry style that helped establish Macallan’s global reputation for richly matured single malts.

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