GORDON & MACPHAIL Speymalt Macallan 2005 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70cl 58.5%

This distinguished single cask bottling from Gordon & MacPhail’s acclaimed Speymalt series presents a beautifully expressive example of mid-2000s spirit from The Macallan Distillery. Distilled in 2005 and matured for 18 years before bottling in 2023, this rare release captures the luxurious sherry influence, refined depth and elegant structure for which both Macallan and Gordon & MacPhail are celebrated. Drawn from Cask No. 6863 and bottled at natural cask strength, 58.5%, with only 409 bottles produced, it represents a superb addition to any collection of modern Speyside classics.

Country: Scotland

Region: Speyside

Distillery: The Macallan Distillery, Craigellachie

Bottler: Gordon & MacPhail, Elgin

Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Vintage: 2005

Bottled: 2023

Cask Number: 6863

ABV: 58.5% (Cask Strength)

Maturation: Matured in a single cask selected by Gordon & MacPhail for their Speymalt series, delivering rich sherry character, vibrant dried fruit sweetness and polished oak complexity.

Size: 70cl

One of 409 bottles

Natural colour

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Aromatic layers of sherry-soaked raisins, dark berries and rich toffee, complemented by polished oak, cocoa, orange peel and a touch of warm spice.

Palate: Full-bodied, vibrant and deeply expressive. Waves of dried fruits, dark chocolate, treacle and sweet malt unfold, supported by roasted nuts, cinnamon and subtle citrus brightness. The cask strength enhances intensity while maintaining harmony and depth.

Finish: Long, warming and elegantly structured. Lingering flavours of dried fruit, cocoa, gentle spice and seasoned oak provide a luxurious and memorable conclusion.

About the Distillery:

Founded in 1824 in the heart of Speyside, The Macallan Distillery is globally renowned for its uncompromising approach to quality, tradition and cask selection. Known for producing richly sherried single malts of exceptional depth and character, the distillery places a strong emphasis on the use of high-quality oak casks—particularly sherry-seasoned European and American oak—which play a defining role in the flavour profile of its whiskies. With a striking modern distillery and a long-established reputation for excellence, The Macallan Distillery continues to be one of Scotland’s most prestigious and sought-after producers of single malt Scotch whisky.

About the Independent Bottler:

Founded in 1895, Gordon & MacPhail is one of Scotland’s most respected and historic independent bottlers, renowned for its meticulous cask selection and long-term maturation expertise. Based in Elgin, the company has cultivated close relationships with distilleries across Scotland for over a century, allowing them to source exceptional spirit and match it with carefully chosen casks. Their Speymalt series, focused on The Macallan Distillery, is celebrated for showcasing rare vintages, distinctive cask profiles and consistent excellence. Gordon & MacPhail remains a benchmark for quality, heritage and craftsmanship in the world of independent bottling.

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