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The Macallan 1936 Gordon & MacPhail 70° Proof (9 Bottles)

Asset value
35.909,28 €
Earning potential
14.1%
Splints left
0/684
Investment horizon in years
6-8
Return-to-Risk Assessment
4/10
Performance since release
+5.0%

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Main reasons to invest

  • Return Potential: An investment of €500 could reach an estimated value of €1,440 in 8 years.

  • Cost-to-Return Ratio: With just 2.4% annual total costs, your net profit could be 14.1% per year.

  • Pre-War Rarity: Iconic 1936 Gordon & MacPhail 70° Proof vintage combines pre-war provenance, extreme rarity, and blue-chip collector appeal, offering exposure to one of the most historically significant Scotch whiskies with a 6.8% price buffer.

Description

Investment Case
Investment Thesis
 
Metric Value
Investment Horizon 6–8 Years (Target exit: 2032–2034)
Expected CAGR (Balanced) 14.1% p.a. after fees
Optimistic CAGR 17.7% p.a. after fees
Entry Basis 6.8% price-buffer to market after fees
Sharpe Ratio 0.50
Value at Risk (VaR) 89.6% probability of exceeding initial investment after 8 years
Standard Deviation 28.3%
Number of Sales Points 90 comparable sales
Risk Rating B, Moderate (high volatility, strong liquidity)

 

  • 14.1% Net ROI p.a. (Balanced): 75% probability of achieving the CAGR from 01/2016 - 06/2023 of 18% based on rarewhisky Macallan Index
  • 17.7% Net ROI p.a. (Ambitious): 95% probability of achieving the CAGR from 01/2016 - 06/2023 of 18% based on rarewhisky Macallan Index

 

Category
Why Invest in This Category?
 

Collectible whisky has matured into a transparent, data‑driven alternative asset class. Values are supported by rarity, brand prestige, cultural relevance, and limited aged stock. Closed distilleries outperform active producers because supply cannot grow. Top Japanese whiskies have shown strong appreciation across global markets, with collectors in Asia and Europe driving sustained demand. When supply is finite, scarcity becomes the key determinant of long‑term value.

Asset Specifics
Why Invest in This Asset?
 

The Macallan 1936 Gordon & MacPhail 70° Proof represents a rare opportunity to invest in pre-war Scottish whisky history. Distilled during a formative era for The Macallan, long before its global dominance, this vintage reflects the foundations of what would become one of the world's most prestigious single malt brands. This collection of 9 bottles offers exceptional exposure to a period when Macallan was still finding its identity, making it a true relic of early distillery craftsmanship.

Key Highlight
Bottled by Gordon & MacPhail, the independent bottler that helped Macallan survive the 1930s and 1940s, this 1936 vintage has achieved auction results of £5,600 (approx. €7,245 incl. fees) per bottle, with extremely limited market availability reinforcing its collector-grade status.

What makes this asset particularly compelling is its historical provenance. Gordon & MacPhail's partnership with Macallan during the distillery's most challenging decades produced some of the most collectible bottlings on the market today. These pre-war vintages are increasingly scarce, and the 1936 expression stands as a testament to the quality that would later define Macallan's legendary reputation.

The market for vintage Macallan continues to demonstrate robust demand, supported by the Rare Whisky Macallan Index showing an 18.0% CAGR from 2016 to 2023. With Macallan now operating a state-of-the-art facility and commanding premium positioning globally, early vintages like this have become even more desirable among serious collectors.

 

Summary
Conclusion
 
The Macallan 1936 Gordon & MacPhail 70° Proof combines pre-war rarity, historic distillery provenance, and enduring collector demand. As one of the most elusive early Macallan bottlings, it represents a formative era before the brand's global dominance. Its scarcity, auction performance, and vintage prestige make it a compelling long-term investment for discerning whisky collectors.

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Additional details

Asset ID
049aeff3-5c2c-4b29-8138-31b4f2c14ebf
Publisher
Macallan
Bottle name
The Macallan 1936 Gordon & MacPhail 70° Proof
Origin
Speyside, Scotland
ABV
40%
Bottle size
750 ml
Quantity
9 bottles

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