Whisk[e]y

The Macallan 1952 – Bottled 2002 (Cask No. 1250)

Distilled in 1952 and bottled in 2002, this extraordinary release from The Macallan represents a rare surviving cask from one of the most revered eras in Scotch whisky history. Matured for half a century and drawn from Cask No. 1250, it stands as a testament to Macallan’s traditional production methods and long-standing commitment to exceptional oak maturation.

Produced at Easter Elchies during the post-war period, decades before modern expansion and luxury repositioning, this whisky reflects a time when Macallan’s identity was defined by small-scale production, long fermentations, and a deeply textural spirit. While the cask type is not specified, the bottling is entirely consistent with Macallan’s classic sherry-led maturation style of the era.

Officially bottled by hand by The Macallan Distillers Ltd, this 1952 vintage is exceptionally scarce and highly sought after by collectors worldwide. Bottlings of this age and provenance are now seldom seen outside of major auctions, making this a remarkable opportunity to acquire a true piece of Macallan history.

Distilled: 1952
Bottled: 2002
Cask: No. 1250
Style: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Origin: Craigellachie, Scotland