Macallan 1991 Vintage Speyside Single Malt Whisky – Speymalt by Gordon & Macphail

A true gem for collectors and connoisseurs: Macallan 1991 Vintage Speyside Single Malt Whisky, released in the renowned Speymalt series by Gordon & Macphail. This sought-after 1991 vintage captures classic Speyside elegance alongside Macallan’s unmistakable depth and polish—an outstanding bottle for anyone who values character, heritage and authenticity in a single dram.

Distilled at Macallan and carefully matured before being bottled on 24.07.2001, this single malt delivers a beautifully composed profile of ripe fruit, gentle sweetness and refined oak. Bottled at 40% ABV, it offers a smooth, balanced experience where complexity shines through without ever losing its silky texture.

Macallan is celebrated worldwide for its uncompromising standards, and when the casks are selected and bottled by Gordon & Macphail, you gain an additional layer of expertise and tradition. The Speymalt range is highly regarded among whisky enthusiasts for presenting the distillery’s signature style with clarity and elegance. That makes this Macallan 1991 an excellent choice for whisky lovers, investors and anyone seeking an authentic Speyside single malt whisky with true pedigree.

Tasting Notes

Colour: Bright gold with warm amber tones.

Nose: Inviting aromas of dried fruits, raisins and orange peel, followed by honey, vanilla and a touch of lightly toasted almonds.

Palate: Soft and rounded with notes of caramel, ripe pear and gently spiced oak. A fine balance between sweetness and subtle spice.

Finish: Medium to long, with lingering malt sweetness, a hint of cocoa and an elegant oak influence.

The Story of Gordon & Macphail

Gordon & Macphail was founded in 1895 in Elgin, Morayshire—often called “The Whisky Capital of the World”. The town’s proximity to Speyside, where a large share of Scotland’s malt whisky is produced, combined with the cool, damp climate along the River Lossie, creates ideal conditions for whisky maturation.

As an independent bottler, the house has built an exceptional reputation over generations for selecting and maturing casks from Scotland’s most prestigious distilleries. With deep respect for traditional production methods—rooted in the first official whisky licence granted in 1824—Gordon & Macphail ensures every release preserves the authentic and distinctive character of malt whisky.

• Category: Single Malt Whisky
• Distillery: Macallan
• Bottler: Gordon & Macphail
• Bottling Series: Speymalt
• Region: Speyside, Scotland
• Vintage: 1991
• Bottled: 24.07.2001
• Volume: 70 cl
• Strength: 40.0 %