The Macallan 1985 - 18 Year Old is a single malt Scotch whisky distinguished by its maturation in Oloroso Sherry Oak casks from Jerez, Spain. This whisky, distilled in 1985 and bottled in 2003, offers a rich 18-year maturation period that defines its distinctive profile.
This Macallan vintage is one of six distinct releases presented in a tube packaging adorned with a watercolor illustration of Easter Elchies House, an iconic landmark associated with the distillery. This packaging detail underscores the heritage and provenance of the Macallan distillery.
At a volume strength of 43.0%, the Macallan 1985 - 18 Year Old reflects a balanced offering in terms of alcohol content. The commitment to a sherry oak maturation process amplifies the traditional practices employed by the distillery.
As a product of a globally recognized distillery, the Macallan 1985 - 18 Year Old holds significant relevance for whisky collectors and investors. Its unique maturation and the distinctiveness of its vintage underscore its value in the whisky market.
The calculations include 750ml and 700ml bottles.
Age: 18 Years Old Size: 700 mlStrength: 43.0 %
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 3 months
This calculation includes all Macallan 1985 - 18 Year Old auctioned from
March 2026 to June 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 6 months
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December 2025 to June 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 12 months
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June 2025 to June 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics by year, cumulative total
2005-2026
Between 2005 and 2026,
the value of Macallan 1985 18 Year Old underwent an average annual change of
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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 1985 - 18 Year Old at all auctions from the very first to the last one.
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