FINE & RARE THE MACALLAN 1938 750 ML

A jewel within The Macallan’s most prestigious vintage series, the Fine & Rare 1938 stands as one of the rarest and lowest-outturn releases ever to leave the distillery. Distilled in 1938 and first bottled in 1973 at 35 years old, this expression captures a remarkable chapter of pre-war Macallan production — a period marked by traditional peat influence, early distillation methods, and an unmistakable antique character found only in the oldest surviving casks.

With an extraordinarily limited total outturn of just 48 bottle equivalents, the Fine & Rare 1938 is almost mythical in its scarcity, making it a crown jewel for elite collectors and serious whisky investors worldwide.

Whisky Details

• Vintage: 1938

• Age: 35 Years Old

• First Bottled: 1973

• ABV: 43%

• Tint: 20 (Fine & Rare color scale)

• Outturn: Only 48 bottle equivalents

• Origin: Acquired in bottle from a private collection

• Formats Available: 750ml, 700ml & 50ml

Why This Vintage Matters

The year 1938 sits within a rare and historically significant period for The Macallan — just before global conflicts reshaped production practices and availability. Whiskies from this era are known for:

• Traditional peat-driven Macallan character

• Exceptional depth from long, natural maturation

• Antique tasting profiles impossible to replicate today

Fine & Rare releases reflect the pinnacle of The Macallan’s vintage catalog, offering snapshots of historic distillation techniques, early sherry cask management, and the evolving flavour DNA of the brand.

Collectors’ Significance

✔ One of the lowest outturns of the entire Fine & Rare portfolio
✔ Distilled in a pre-war era seldom seen in the modern market
✔ Aged 35 years, bottled 50+ years ago
✔ Sourced from a private collection for impeccable provenance
✔ Considered investment-grade with long-term appreciation potential

The Macallan Fine & Rare 1938 is more than a bottle — it is a historical artifact, a masterpiece of time, and a testament to The Macallan’s unparalleled legacy in vintage Scotch.