Sell Your Macallan Handwritten Label Whisky Online
Everything you need to know about Macallan Handwritten Labels
Macallan Handwritten Labels
The Macallan Handwritten Label bottles are some of the most sought-after Macallan bottles in the world. The series consists of five expressions with five different vintage statements: a 1938, 1940, 1950, 1957, and a 1973. The 1973 is particularly rare, having been bottled exclusively for the 10th anniversary of the Opimian Society, an exclusive wine club in Canada.
The whiskies in the selection were bottled by Gordon & Macphail at a time when Macallan was exclusively leasing out their bottlings to them. Hence, this series is one of the first examples of Macallan official bottlings.
If you are looking to sell your Macallan Handwritten Label then we can help you do just that.
What is your bottle of Macallan Handwritten Label worth?
Are you looking for a valuation of your bottle of Macallan Handwritten Label? If so then you are in the right place. Use the guide below to get all the information you need.
Please use the contact form to send us the details of your bottle. We are an expert whisky broker with other 300 five-star reviews of our service. You can also read our guide to selling your whisky online.
We can help you sell your bottle either through a brokered private sale, through a specialist online auction, or through our new shop.
Free Macallan Whisky Valuation
What affects the value of Macallan Handwritten Labels?
The label
The label of the Macallan Handwritten Labels is distinctive; with handwritten detailing concerning the bottler, vintage, and distributor. For example, the bottles that were distributed by Fratelli Rinaldi will say this on the label.
To achieve the best prices, label condition of your Macallan Handwritten Label should be good to excellent, with no scratches or marks.
The bottle
Macallan Handwritten Label bottles are a standard shape and size, clear glass bottle. All of the bottles are 43% ABV.
The condition of the capsule should be considered; scratches and nicks in the foil (from getting them in and out of the box) will lower the value to a collector.
The box
The box that comes with the Macallan Handwritten Labels is a wooden box that is in much the same style as the Macallan 25 Year Old Anniversary Malt boxes.
The box should be in good condition, with no wooden panels missing and minimal splintering. The condition of the box can make a big difference to what collectors are willing to pay for the bottle.
The level
As with all whisky, the spirit level in the neck of your Macallan Handwritten Label is important and has a significant impact on the value. Ideally, the liquid should sit in the wide part of the neck. Lower levels, below the shoulder especially, will lower the value of the bottle.
When you are storing your bottle please consider adding an additional seal – clingfilm or a specialist seal such as Parafilm – over the capsule. This will help stop the level dropping. Always store your bottle upright and in a cool place out of direct sunlight.
The vintage
The Handwritten Label series is made up of 5 vintages – a 1938, 1940, 1950, 1957, and a 1973. The vintage can make a difference to the value of the bottle. The 1938 and 1940 vintages are highly sought-after as they are the oldest vintages. However, the 1973 vintage is by far the most sought-after due to its incredible rarity – there is no record of a bottle of 1973 ever being sold at auction.
The vintage of the bottle should be displayed at the top-right-hand corner of the label.
The ribbon
The red ribbon that sits around the bottle is one of the most defining features of the bottle. Any damage to the ribbon – fraying or tearing – will affect the value of the bottle.
If the ribbon is missing this will drastically affect what collectors are willing to pay. It is vital that the ribbon is in good condition.
How we can help you sell your bottle
Private Sale
Selling your bottle through our audience of private buyers can get a high price for you bottle and the convenience of a quick turn around on your sale. All we need is a good picture of your bottle stood up, ideally with the box if you have it and we can collect no obligation offers from our buyers for your consideration.
Auction
Auction can be the most suitable route for some bottles offering a wide audience of buyers. There is more element of risk in selling at auction as you have less control over the original price and usually takes longer to complete than a private sale. It is also important to choose the right specialist auction for you bottle, and we can advise you on this.
Shop
Our online store launched in 2020 with an aim to bridge the gap between selling at auction and the prices you see at retail, helping you get more for your bottle. Selling via our online shop can achieve more than at auction or private sale but can take longer to complete, so requires the time to get your ideal price realised.
What is my bottle of Macallan whisky worth?
In order to provide you with an accurate valuation please provide as much of the below information as you can.
There is more information about each section below the form.
How To Sell Your Bottle Of Macallan Handwritten Label
Sell your bottle of whisky in 5 simple steps
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The easiest way to find out how much your bottle of your whisky is worth is to send us a photograph of your bottle. The picture should be of the bottle standing up, please include the box if you have it.
We use the photograph to check:
- The condition of the bottle, label and box
- The level of the spirit, as this has the biggest effect on value and varies even if the bottle has not been opened
You can send you images to [email protected] or use the contact form below
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We contact our extensive network of industry and private buyers who will make offers if they are interested in your whisky. We can broker sales internationally, ensuring your whisky reaches the largest possible audience.
Selling privately gives you more control over the process compared to selling at auction and ensures you get the best price for your whisky. Auction can sometimes be the best option, but commission often means there is a 50% difference between what the buyer pays and the seller receives.
Once all offers have been received we will contact you with the offers. You are welcome to discuss the offers with us.
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Once you have decided to accept an offer we will issue you with a contract for the agreed price.
The contract is an agency agreement giving us the right to complete the sale of your bottle on your behalf. It is the same as the contract you would receive if you sold at auction, except the price is agreed and forms an integral part of the agreement. It outlines all our legal obligations to you acting as your agent and also covers payment terms.
Our brokerage fee is 10% for private sales, including VAT.
There are no other charges, except the courier fee if you decide to use that service. Please see STEP 4 for more information.
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Once the contract has been signed you send your bottle to Mark Littler, you can arrange this yourself, or you can use our fully insured courier service.
Our courier service includes all packing material and is insured up to £40,000. It also includes a pre-paid return postage label and an instruction sheet on how to pack your bottle.
Once packed you simply drop the parcel at your local post office.
The cost for this service is £15.
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We check the item is as expected and is in the condition you said.
We arrange to meet the buyer and deliver the bottle or bottles to the buyer and complete the sale.
Once the sale is complete your payment is sent via BACS, less any courier service charge, if applicable, and our fees.
Depending on the availability of the buyer you will receive payment within 1 – 5 days, the average is 48 hours.
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Sell Your Bottle of Macallan Handwritten Label Online
Everything you need to know about Macallan Handwritten Labels
Macallan Handwritten Labels
The Macallan Handwritten Label bottles are some of the most sought-after Macallan bottles in the world. The series consists of five expressions with five different vintage statements: a 1938, 1940, 1950, 1957, and a 1973. The 1973 is particularly rare, having been bottled exclusively for the 10th anniversary of the Opimian Society, an exclusive wine club in Canada.
The whiskies in the selection were bottled by Gordon & Macphail at a time when Macallan was exclusively leasing out their bottlings to them. Hence, this series is one of the first examples of Macallan official bottlings.
If you are looking to sell your Macallan Handwritten Label then we can help you do just that.
What is your bottle of Macallan Handwritten Label worth?
Are you looking for a valuation of your bottle of Macallan Handwritten Label? If so then you are in the right place. Use the guide below to get all the information you need.
Please use the contact form to send us the details of your bottle. We are an expert whisky broker with other 300 five-star reviews of our service. You can also read our guide to selling your whisky online.
We can help you sell your bottle either through a brokered private sale, through a specialist online auction, or through our new shop.
Free Macallan Whisky Valuation
What affects the value of Macallan Handwritten Labels?
The label
The label of the Macallan Handwritten Labels is distinctive; with handwritten detailing concerning the bottler, vintage, and distributor. For example, the bottles that were distributed by Fratelli Rinaldi will say this on the label.
To achieve the best prices, label condition of your Macallan Handwritten Label should be good to excellent, with no scratches or marks.
To achieve the best prices, label condition of your Macallan 25 should be good to excellent, with no scratches or marks. The colour in the 25 should still be bright.
The bottle
Macallan Handwritten Label bottles are a standard shape and size, clear glass bottle. All of the bottles are 43% ABV.
The condition of the capsule should be considered; scratches and nicks in the foil (from getting them in and out of the box) will lower the value to a collector.
The box
The box that comes with the Macallan Handwritten Labels is a wooden box that is in much the same style as the Macallan 25 Year Old Anniversary Malt boxes.
The box should be in good condition, with no wooden panels missing and minimal splintering. The condition of the box can make a big difference to what collectors are willing to pay for the bottle.
The level
As with all whisky, the spirit level in the neck of your Macallan Handwritten Label is important and has a significant impact on the value. Ideally, the liquid should sit in the wide part of the neck. Lower levels, below the shoulder especially, will lower the value of the bottle.
When you are storing your bottle please consider adding an additional seal – clingfilm or a specialist seal such as Parafilm – over the capsule. This will help stop the level dropping. Always store your bottle upright and in a cool place out of direct sunlight.
The vintage
The Handwritten Label series is made up of 5 vintages – a 1938, 1940, 1950, 1957, and a 1973. The vintage can make a difference to the value of the bottle. The 1938 and 1940 vintages are highly sought-after as they are the oldest vintages. However, the 1973 vintage is by far the most sought-after due to its incredible rarity – there is no record of a bottle of 1973 ever being sold at auction.
The vintage of the bottle should be displayed at the top-right-hand corner of the label.
The ribbon
The red ribbon that sits around the bottle is one of the most defining features of the bottle. Any damage to the ribbon – fraying or tearing – will affect the value of the bottle.
If the ribbon is missing this will drastically affect what collectors are willing to pay. It is vital that the ribbon is in good condition.
How we can help you sell your bottle
Private Sale
Selling your bottle through our audience of private buyers can get a high price for you bottle and the convenience of a quick turn around on your sale. All we need is a good picture of your bottle stood up, ideally with the box if you have it and we can collect no obligation offers from our buyers for your consideration.
Auction
Auction can be the most suitable route for some bottles offering a wide audience of buyers. There is more element of risk in selling at auction as you have less control over the original price and usually takes longer to complete than a private sale. It is also important to choose the right specialist auction for you bottle, and we can advise you on this.
Shop
Our online store launched in 2020 with an aim to bridge the gap between selling at auction and the prices you see at retail, helping you get more for your bottle. Selling via our online shop can achieve more than at auction or private sale but can take longer to complete, so requires the time to get your ideal price realised.
What is my bottle of Macallan whisky worth?
In order to provide you with an accurate valuation please provide as much of the below information as you can.
There is more information about each section below the form.
How To Sell Your Bottle Of Macallan Handwritten Label
Sell your bottle of whisky in 5 simple steps
-
The easiest way to find out how much your bottle of your whisky is worth is to send us a photograph of your bottle. The picture should be of the bottle standing up, please include the box if you have it.
We use the photograph to check:
- The condition of the bottle, label and box
- The level of the spirit, as this has the biggest effect on value and varies even if the bottle has not been opened
You can send you images to [email protected] or use the contact form below
-
We contact our extensive network of industry and private buyers who will make offers if they are interested in your whisky. We can broker sales internationally, ensuring your whisky reaches the largest possible audience.
Selling privately gives you more control over the process compared to selling at auction and ensures you get the best price for your whisky. Auction can sometimes be the best option, but commission often means there is a 50% difference between what the buyer pays and the seller receives.
Once all offers have been received we will contact you with the offers. You are welcome to discuss the offers with us.
-
Once you have decided to accept an offer we will issue you with a contract for the agreed price.
The contract is an agency agreement giving us the right to complete the sale of your bottle on your behalf. It is the same as the contract you would receive if you sold at auction, except the price is agreed and forms an integral part of the agreement. It outlines all our legal obligations to you acting as your agent and also covers payment terms.
Our brokerage fee is 10% for private sales, including VAT.
There are no other charges, except the courier fee if you decide to use that service. Please see STEP 4 for more information.