The Macallan 23 Year Old 1988 Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 70cl
Macallan 23 Year Old 1988 is a single-cask bottling from The Macallan's Fine & Rare collection, distilled on 5 December 1988 and bottled in 2011 from sherry cask 12202. It is bottled at 46.7% ABV.
- A sherry-cask Macallan from a single 1988 vintage cask
- Single cask no. 12202, distilled 5 December 1988 and bottled in 2011 at 46.7% ABV
- For collectors of Macallan vintages and for 1988 birthdays and anniversaries
- A Fine & Rare bottle labelled with its vintage and cask number
The full story & FAQBackground · serving notes · questions
The Fine & Rare collection
Fine & Rare is The Macallan's series of single-cask vintages, each bottled from one cask and labelled with its year of distillation. It lets collectors follow the distillery year by year.
The whisky
Cask 12202 was filled on 5 December 1988 and bottled in 2011 after 23 years in sherry wood. It was bottled at 46.7% ABV.
Serving
Serve neat in a nosing glass and allow it time to open. A few drops of water are optional.
Frequently asked
Is this a single cask?
Yes. It comes from one sherry cask, no. 12202, distilled in 1988 and bottled in 2011.
Is it a good gift for a 1988 birthday?
It is a genuine 1988 vintage, so it suits a 1988 birthday or anniversary well.
Can I see it before I buy?
Yes. Book a private viewing at our showroom at 2 Sims Close, #02-10, through our concierge on WhatsApp +65 9680 5856.
How is it delivered?
Delivery is free with no minimum spend, and our concierge arranges the handover with you personally.
TASTING NOTES
NOSE
The Macallan has not published tasting notes for this single cask. Our concierge can share notes from collectors who have tasted it.
PALATE
No official palate notes have been published for cask 12202.
FINISH
Not officially described.
ABV: 46.7% ABV