Macallan Red 40

A centerpiece of rarity, heritage, and uncompromising craftsmanship.

The Macallan Red Collection 40 Year Old is one of the most prestigious and coveted releases ever crafted by The Macallan. Born from four decades of patient maturation in sherry-seasoned European oak casks, this expression embodies The Macallan’s deep historical connection to the color red — a symbol of distinction, power, and legacy across the brand’s long lineage.

Gracefully aged and masterfully composed, this 40-year-old single malt delivers an extraordinary symphony of richness and refinement. Presented in a handcrafted oak display case lined with red leather, it stands as both a whisky of profound depth and an objet d’art worthy of the world’s finest collections.

Available now at Whiskey Caviar.

Tasting Notes

Color

Deep copper, with a natural radiance forged by decades in sherry-seasoned oak.

Nose

A luxurious medley of dried figs, dates, and orange peel, layered with antique oak, old leather, and subtle herbal spice.

Palate

Silky and richly textured. Waves of toffee, stewed fruits, nutmeg, roasted coffee, and elegant sherry-soaked wood unfold gradually, revealing incredible structure and maturity.

Finish

Long, warming, and beautifully refined, with polished oak tannins, hints of baking spice, and a whisper of dark chocolate.

Vital Stats

• Distillery: The Macallan, Speyside, Scotland

• Series: The Red Collection

• Age: 40 Years

• Cask Type: Sherry-Seasoned European Oak

• ABV: 48.1%

• Bottle Size: 700ml

• Packaging: Oak presentation case with red leather lining + certificate of authenticity

Why This Bottle Matters

The Macallan Red Collection is one of the most significant luxury whisky series in modern history, and the 40 Year Old stands at its core — combining legendary craftsmanship with investment-grade rarity. This expression offers:

• Elite collectability

• Exceptional long-term value retention

• Unmatched depth and old-sherry elegance

• A masterpiece presentation worthy of display

Perfect For

✔ High-end collectors
✔ Luxury gifting
✔ Prestige whisky portfolios
✔ Connoisseurs of mature, sherried single malts
✔ Investment-grade cellaring

Enjoy neat in a crystal Glencairn to savor its full depth, or preserve untouched as one of The Macallan's most iconic releases of the century.