Sotheby’s New York Presents Annual June  Whisky Auction Calendar 

Whisky & Whiskey | Single Cask Summer

 Featuring Two Never-Before-Auctioned Pappy Van Winkle Single Barrels

June 11 – 26

New York, 9 June 2026 — Sotheby’s today unveils highlights from its annual June Wine & Whisky auctions, a distinguished series of online sales celebrating the finest expressions of winemaking and distillation from around the world. Spanning legendary Bordeaux, blue-chip Burgundy, iconic American bourbon and rare whiskies from Scotland and Japan, the auctions bring together exceptional bottles distinguished by remarkable provenance and rarity.

Taking place throughout June in New York and accompanied by public exhibitions, the sales feature a remarkable array of offerings, from historic vintages and impeccably maintained cellar collections to highly coveted limited-edition spirits. Together, they present collectors with an unparalleled opportunity to acquire some of the most sought-after wines and whiskies on the market today.

A GLIMPSE INSIDE THE SALES

Whisky & Whiskey | Single Cask Summer

Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year Old Family Reserve Single Barrel “Connoisseurs of the Finest Bourbon Whiskey” 107 Proof (est. $15,000 – 20,000 each)

Sotheby’s Whisky & Whiskey | Single Cask Summer is led by two extraordinarily rare bottlings of Pappy Van Winkle, presented alongside celebrated releases from some of the world’s most sought-after whisky and bourbon producers, including Willett Family Estate, Michter’s, The Macallan, Karuizawa, and Old Fitzgerald. Running online from 11–26 June, the meticulously curated sale comprises more than 500 lots and is expected to achieve in excess of $1.2 million.

The headline lots are two exceptional bottles of Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year Old Family Reserve Single Barrel “Connoisseurs of the Finest Bourbon Whiskey” 107 Proof, each appearing at auction for the first time. Distilled in 2010 and bottled in November 2025, the bottles originate from an exclusive charitable barrel selection, with 100% of proceeds from the original release benefiting organizations supporting frontline California wildfire relief efforts.

The first bottle, drawn from Barrel #004, carries an estimate of $15,000–20,000. It was distilled on 21 January 2010, bottled in November 2025, produced  only 48 bottles, and aged for 15 years and 9 months. The second bottle, from Barrel #002, is likewise estimated at $15,000–20,000. Distilled on 5 January 2010 and bottled in November 2025, it is one of just 86 bottles produced and was aged for 15 years and 10 months.

Both barrels were selected as part of a philanthropic initiative supporting two nonprofit organizations actively engaged in California wildfire relief: World Central Kitchen, founded by chef José Andrés, which provides meals to first responders and impacted communities, and Another Round Another Rally, which offers emergency assistance and educational support to hospitality industry workers.

Zev Glesta, Sotheby’s Whiskey Specialist, commented: “These bottles are the rarest Pappy Van Winkle expressions to emerge in recent years. Neither has appeared at auction before, and they also carry a remarkable charitable story. These two barrels were hand selected by a fantastic group of whiskey connoisseurs who have all been actively involved with whiskey for years. It’s a rare opportunity to experience and collect these remarkable expressions. With only 48 sets possible – many have already been consumed – this is an incredibly limited offering of a Van Winkle single barrel.”

From left to right: Highlights from Heaven Hill and Karuizawa

Additional highlights of the sale include rare releases from Willett Family Estate, Michter’s, The Macallan, and Karuizawa, alongside a trio of highly sought-after Old Fitzgerald bourbons from the collection of Heaven Hill’s Executive Chairman. Whisky & Whiskey | Single Cask Summer is open for bidding from 11 – 26 June. For further details and to view the full catalogue, please visit the sale page.

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 *Estimates do not include buyer’s premium. Prices achieved include the hammer price plus buyer’s premium and are net of any fees paid to the purchaser where the purchaser provided an irrevocable bid.

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