The Macallan Thirties is a part of Macallan's Travel series, a collection designed to reflect the distinctive whisky styles of the 1920s through 1950s. This variant aims to encapsulate the unique character of the 1930s, an era when resource scarcity forced shifts in production techniques. Bottled at 40% ABV, the Macallan Thirties offers a fascinating glimpse into whisky production during this decade.
During the 1930s, increased industrial activity led to a coal shortage, while the Spanish Civil War contributed to a scarcity of oak sherry casks. These circumstances propelled Macallan to adapt by using peat fires instead of coal for drying barley, resulting in a distinctive whisky profile that deviates from their typical offerings.
The creation process of the Macallan Thirties, as with the entire Travel series, involved a careful analysis of historical Macallan samples. The distillers endeavoured to match the aroma and flavour of these samples with modern distillations, a testament to their commitment to authenticity and quality.
The Macallan Thirties, with its unique history and production methodology, makes a significant addition to any whisky collection. Its distinct character and encapsulation of a specific period in whisky production history enhances its appeal to whisky enthusiasts.
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Auction sales and price statistics by year, cumulative total
2006-2026
Between 2006 and 2026,
the value of Macallan Thirties (1930s) Travel Series underwent an average annual change of
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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 Thirties (1930s) - Travel Series at all auctions from the very first to the last one.
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