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Signatory Vintage Macallan 1966 1996 30 Years Old 51,6% Cask 4185

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Reviewed 10 April 2026 ·View daily archive

Region: Speyside
Independent Bottler: Signatory Vintage
Age: 30 years
ABV: 51.6%
Vintage: 1966
Bottled: 1996
Cask number: 4185

A terrific balanced fruity old 1960s Macallan

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Client photo: Signatory Vintage Macallan tasting sample; tasting sample and glass. — Tasting sample · Client photo: Signatory Vintage Macallan tasting sample; tasting sample and glass.

The Whisky Vault photograph of Signatory Vintage Macallan 1966/1996, 30 years, 51.6%, cask 4185, beside its closed presentation case. Full publisher frame. — 2 · The Whisky Vault photograph of Signatory Vintage Macallan 1966/1996, 30 years, 51.6%, cask 4185, beside its closed presentation case. Full publisher frame.

The Whisky Vault photograph of the same Macallan bottling in its open presentation case with certificate. Full publisher frame. — 3 · The Whisky Vault photograph of the same Macallan bottling in its open presentation case with certificate. Full publisher frame.

In the glass

Tasting Notes

1 Amber Room Review

A terrific balanced fruity old 1960s Macallan

Nose

Floral, sweet fruits, honey

Body

Berries, citrus, oranges, richly spiced but not overwhelming

Finish

Long, slightly oaky finish

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