The Macallan Gran Reserva 1981 is a prestigious single malt bottled by Macallan Distillers LTD, distinguished by its 18-year maturation in Spanish Oloroso sherry casks. This process renders a unique profile to the whisky, embodying an ABV of 40%.
This whisky forms part of a sought-after series produced between 1997 and 2002, renowned for their extended maturation and quality. The 1981 vintage was distilled in 1981 and bottled in 1999, exemplifying the distillery's adherence to age statement standards and commitment to quality.
Presented in a wooden case, the Macallan Gran Reserva 1981 mirrors the distillery's commitment to tradition and superior craftsmanship. This release, like its counterparts in the Gran Reserva series, adds significant value to Macallan's reputation in the whisky industry, appealing to collectors and investors alike.
In summary, the Macallan Gran Reserva 1981 underscores Macallan's legacy of exceptional whisky production. Its part in the Gran Reserva series highlights the distillery's dedication to producing whiskies that resonate with connoisseurs and collectors worldwide.
Auction sales and price statistics for the past 3 months
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 6 months
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 12 months
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July 2025 to May 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics by year, cumulative total
2006-2026
Between 2006 and 2026,
the value of Macallan 1981 Gran Reserva underwent an average annual change of
%.
This table shows the information for each year in
which this whisky was sold at auctions,
compared to the previous year and cumulatively over time.
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Sold Ratio - ratio of lots sold to lots unsold. Avg. Price - average hammer price for the year. Vs Previous - the current year's price change compared to the previous year's, as a percentage. Cumulative - the cumulative total of the current year's price change relative to the first year's sales.
The graph shows the sales history for Macallan 1981 - Gran Reserva at all auctions from the very first to the last one.
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