Our November 2024 collection schedule has now been finalised. Lots collected in this run will be included in our final auction of 2024 which begins on 29th November. Please click HERE to see the list of dates, locations and to register your interest in the collection service. We can collect lots for up to three auctions.

The deadline for collection requests is 12noon on Monday 11th November 2024.

Home collections are available for those customers sending 10+ bottles or bottles to the value of £1000. Lots can be split over the next three auctions.  Unfortunately this service is not available in London or to those customer who live within 10 miles of a collection point. Although we do have four collection points in London.

Collections are limited and offered on a first come first served basis. It is essential that a submission sheet is completed, you can find the link to do so under the selling section on your ‘My SWA’ page.

It would be appreciated if bottles could be packed for uplift with your name clearly marked on the front of the box.

A winner in our auction? We are now offering a delivery service to customers who are dropping bottles off for a future auction. This service is charged at £12 (inc VAT), optional loss and breakage cover is available.

Submission Form & Label

The 161st auction is well underway, but there is still time to get involved.  From our experience the auction usually ends sometime after 10pm on Sunday night, which gives you plenty of time to get bids in.

We would also like to point out that for our customers in the United States, Asia and further afield this auction is the last one where we can get your bottles to you before the Christmas break, so if you are looking for that special Christmas tipple this may be your last chance.  See our update here for further details.

Linkwood 1956 60 Year Old Cask #20 Private Collection Gordon & MacPhail

First up is a supremely well-aged beauty from Speyside, this is the Linkwood 1956 60 Year Old Cask #20 Private Collection Gordon & MacPhail.  On 3rd January 1956, George Urquhart oversaw the filling of a specially selected European Oak first fill Sherry hogshead with new-make Linkwood spirit and left it to mature until 1968 when it was moved to warehouses in Elgin.  Now two generations on, this delicious looking dram has been bottled into fifty-six decanters.   An extremely rare 1956 single malt with a unique backstory, and presented in a very special display case.

Macallan 1950 Exceptional Cask #13 2018 Release

Staying in Speyside this is the Macallan 1950 Exceptional Cask #13 2018 Release.  Macallan’s Exceptional Cask series first appeared on the scene in 2017 and is exclusively comprised of single cask releases, using only what the distillery considers to be their finest stock.  With a wide variety of vintages the Exceptional Cask series feels like a spiritual successor to the legendary Fine & Rare collection.  This particular bottling was distilled over seven decades ago and is one of only 336 bottles released, a very special expression.

Michter’s 20 Year Old Limited Release 75cl

Now onto one of the finest bourbons on the market, this is the Michter’s 20 Year Old Limited Release 75cl.  Known as “the whiskey that warmed the American Revolution” due to George Washington reputedly visiting the distillery and purchasing supplies of it’s famous booze to fortify his troops, Michter’s has been around for a long time in one form or another.  This is one of their flagship releases, an excellent 20 Year Old which we are sure would help fortify you throughout this fast approaching winter.

Longmorn 1968 50 Year Old Gordon & MacPhail Decanter

We started with a fabulously old Gordon & MacPhail Speyside so why not finish with one, this is the Longmorn 1968 50 Year Old Gordon & MacPhail Decanter.  Distilled in the swinging sixties and bottled a whole five decades later in 2018 this marvelous Longmorn single malt has been aged in a 1st fill sherry butt imbuing the liquid with a rich mahogany colour.  One of only 94 bottles released and contained within a special crystal decanter this is a rather distinguished bottle of whisky.As always, we have a wide range of drams with something to suit everyone, so now is the time to get moving picking out your own personal favourites for your watchlist.  Best of luck to everyone in the auction, and as always………..don’t lose your bottle.Thinking of selling your bottles? 

We still offer 0% commission to all sellers making Scotch Whisky Auctions the best place to sell bottles.

October 2024 Auction 04.11.2024

ENDS SOON: October Auction

Our October auction ~ Featuring over 7000 rare whiskies and fine spirits, this is a unique opportunity to bid on some of the world’s most sought-after bottles. We have legendary vintages from pioneering independent bottlers, grandeur aplenty from established distilleries and unique and experimental drams from the hottest names in the whisky industry right now. Bid today!

Springbank Millennium Malts

Karuizawa 1965 Bottles #1:

1965 Japonisme Edition / LMDW 60th Anniversary

1965 Single Sherry Cask 50 Year Old #2372 / LMDW

1965 Single Bourbon Cask 50 Year Old #8636 / LMDW

Port Ellen Special Releases #1 – #17

Incredible Bowmore

James MacArthur Caol Ila & Port Ellen

A warm autumnal welcome everyone to our now live 161st auction!  We have scoured the United Kingdom and beyond to put together a strong auction this month, with seven thousand bottles to choose from as well as some more ‘Buy it Now’ options from our friends at American Single Cask.  So, without further ado let’s delve into some of the highlights this month.

To begin with we have an excellent opportunity to buy an entire cask, a BenRiach 2014 Hogshead #25 currently being held at Whisky Broker.  Since it’s reinvigoration by Billy Walker Benriach has been going from strength to strength and produced some truly exceptional whisky.  If you have been looking for a chance to own your own cask of delicious whisky, then this could be the one for you.  Recently re-gauged at 62.6% and 211 litres this cask is currently held at Whisky Broker and the winning bidder will need to set up an account at Whisky Broker if they don’t already have one.

Next up is a jaw-droppingly old expression from one of the most collectable distilleries out there, this is the Macallan 1928 50 Year Old 75cl.  It’s hard to fathom just how old this liquid is, it was distilled the best part of a century ago and to put it into context John Logie Baird was transmitting the first transatlantic television signal while this delicious looking dram was coming off the still.  Finally bottled in 1983 this is a certified time capsule which offers the buyer a bona fide taste of a bygone era.

Our first highlight was a hard act to follow, but this Talisker 45 Year Old Glacial Edge will give it a go.  A truly unusual expression this one with an incredible back story.  Twelve heavily charred American oak casks were taken onto a voyage into Arctic ice fields in Canada. With the ends of the casks removed, they were left exposed to sub-zero temperatures for 96 hours! This allowed the extreme cold to fracture the wood which in turn increased the surface area of the casks that the whisky was able to interact with during the finishing period in Scotland.  At forty-five years old this unique dram is well-aged and well-travelled.

Now we have a terrific dram indeed from arguably Ireland’s finest distillery, this is the Redbreast 38 Year Old Dream Cask #38404 Zenith Edition.  Just when you were thinking “Glacial Edge” was a cool name for a whisky along comes the “Zenith Edition”.  The Dream Cask Series has produced some absolute belters but as the title suggest this one is at the top of the tree.  Aged for almost four decades in a single Oloroso Sherry cask and one of only 822 bottles produced this is one of the finest examples of Irish single pot still distilling there is.

Last but not least we have a something special from one of Scotland’s heavyweight distilleries, this special bottling is the Glen Grant 1956 Gordon & MacPhail Decanter.  Distilled way back when in 1956 and only bottled in 2015 by famed indie bottler Gordon & MacPhail, this lusciously dark dram is one of only 218 decanters made.  The decanter itself is a thing of understated beauty and is festooned with Insular Celtic images from the iconic manuscript, The Book of Kells.

The Distillers One of One ® Auction Returns in 2025:

A Whisky Industry Collaboration of Creativity, Craft and Charity

One of the most exciting events in the global Scotch Whisky calendar, the Distillers One of One ®  Charity Auction, in partnership with Sotheby’s, will be returning to Hopetoun House in Scotland for its third instalment in one year’s time, on 10th October 2025.

This special event, which sees collectors of fine and rare whisky from around the world gather for the opportunity to own a truly unique piece of liquid history, has so far broken 37 auction records globally: 19 in 2023 and 18 in 2021.

Unlike other auctions in the rare spirits categories, 100% of the hammer price from the auction goes directly to charity, principally to the Youth Action Fund, with £4.3million raised so far to help transform the lives of disadvantaged young people in Scotland.

With over 35 confirmed donors so far, including some exciting new entrants (full list below), collectors from around the world are already anticipating the reveal of the 2025 lots. The lots themselves are created from across the breadth of the Scotch Whisky industry, with 43 donors having taken part to date. Each lot is a coveted, one-of-a-kind creation that has never been available previously, and is often created in partnership with an artist or master craftsman to ensure a truly spectacular final product, offering a unique opportunity for not only collectors of ultra rare whisky, but collectors of art and luxury goods as well.

“For Suntory Global Spirits, the Distillers One of One ® is not just a highlight of our calendar, it’s an opportunity to unite in a shared purpose,” says Cain Hayward-Hughes – Senior Global Creative Manager Prestige Malts at Suntory Global Spirits. “There is something truly special about coming together with our peers to craft these unique expressions. It is a singular opportunity to showcase the rarest and most valuable of whiskies, and to celebrate our industry — all while improving the lives of those who most need support and encouragement.”

Bidders from 21 countries globally have participated so far, with the vast majority of lots being won on the day by buyers who were present at Hopetoun House, to experience the groundbreaking auction in person.

With over 2,000 young people having been engaged through the programme so far, and over 1,380 whose life chances have been transformed, The Distillers One of One ®  demonstrates the power of what can be achieved when the industry and its associates collaborate.

“We’re thrilled that over thirty-five companies have already confirmed their participation in the 2025 Auction, reflecting both the success of our past Distillers One of One auctions and the dedication these brands have to supporting our charitable cause,” says Beanie Geraedts-Espey, MD of Distillers One of One. “We’ve had a glimpse of some of the lots in progress, and we’re incredibly excited – and deeply grateful – for the remarkable thought, craftsmanship, and time poured into these extraordinary creations.”

Key returning sponsors for the 2025 auction include Glencairn Crystal, Mclaren Packaging and Simpsons Malt.

About the Distillers One of One ® Auction

The Distillers One of One® Auction is a biennial series of ultra-rare whisky auctions. The Auctions have raised a total of £4.3 million for charitable purposes since 2021 and uniquely, 100% of the fundraising goes to grant making, with 90% of that amount going to the Youth Action Fund and 10% going to The Distillers’ Charity for its general charitable purposes.

With a total of eighty-one unique lots created across the past two auctions, the Distillers One of One® has earned its reputation as a once-in-a-lifetime experience for collectors. Each lot is imbued with the spirit of craftsmanship and exclusivity, representing the pinnacle of Scotch whisky. No two bottles are the same, and no lot will ever be recreated – a powerful draw for the most discerning collectors.

The Distillers One of One is a trading name of The Distillers’ Ventures Limited, a company registered in England & Wales under company number 13264121 and registered office at 1 The Sanctuary, Westminster, London SW1P 3JT

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Current confirmed donors for Distillers One of One ® 2025:

Adelphi – Ardnamurchan

Arbikie Distillery

Artisanal – Scotch Malt Whisky Society

Atom Brands – That Boutique-y Whisky Co.

Bacardi – John Dewar & Sons

Ballindalloch Distillery

Beam Suntory

Berry Bros & Rudd

Bladnoch Distillery

Borders Distillery

Brown Forman

Campari – The Glen Grant

Coachbuilt

Diageo

Gleann Mòr

Greenwood – Ardross

House of Hazelwood

Hunter Laing – Ardnahoe

Ian MacLeod

InchDairnie

International Beverage – Old Pulteney

J & G Grant – Glenfarclas

La Martiniquaise – Glen Moray

Lindores Abbey

Livingstone

Loch Lomond Group

Morrison Distillers

Pernod Ricard

R&B Distillers – Isle of Raasay

Remy Cointreau – Bruichladdich

The Last Drop

Whyte & Mackay

William Grant & Sons

Young Spirits – Ferg & Harris

One of One® and Distillers One of One® are registered trademarks of The Distillers’ Charity

About The Distillers’ Charity

The Distillers’ Charity (registered no. 1193683) is the philanthropic arm of The Worshipful Company of Distillers. The Charity’s vision is to make a difference especially to young people, and those within the distilled spirits trade, helping them to reach their full potential, improve their life chances and make a positive contribution to their communities. Distillers’ Charity mission is manifested through three distinctive grant-making areas:

• Vocational Training & Education: to provide educational and development support to new and recent entrants to the UK spirits trade, encouraging high standards of distilling practice and service.
• Livery & City giving: to fulfil our wider civic duties as a Livery, supporting the Lord Mayor’s Appeal, the Master’s charity and other good causes aligned with our vision.
• Youth Action Fund: created by The Distillers’ Charity to use proceeds from The Distillers One of Oneä auctions to support young people in Scotland, especially from disadvantaged backgrounds, to reach their potential and make a positive contribution to their communities.

About Sotheby’s

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby’s promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, e-commerce and retail. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by an industry-leading technology platform and a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 70 categories which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate. Sotheby’s believes in the transformative power of art and culture and is committed to making our industries more inclusive, sustainable and collaborative.

Sotheby’s Wine’s annual worldwide auction sales of wine and spirits achieved a record total of $159 million in 2023, surpassing the previous record total of $158 million in 2022. Sotheby’s currently holds the world records for any whisky collection ever sold at auction, any private collection of wine ever sold at auction, the most valuable bottle of wine ever sold at auction and the most valuable bottle of spirits ever sold at auction (The Macallan 1926, sold for £2.2m), in addition to the highest total ever achieved for a charity wine auction (Hospices de Beaune) and a charity spirits auction (The Distillers One of One®).

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

Stream live auctions and place bids in real time, discover the value of a work of art, browse sale catalogues, view original content and more at sothebys.com, and by downloading Sotheby’s apps for iOS and Android.

October 2024 Auction // 25.10 – 04.11.2024

Now Live: October Auction

A warm welcome to our October auction. Featuring over 7000 rare whiskies and fine spirits, this is a unique opportunity to bid on some of the world’s most sought-after bottles. We have legendary vintages from pioneering independent bottlers, grandeur aplenty from established distilleries and unique and experimental drams from the hottest names in the whisky industry right now. Bid today

Springbank Millennium Malts

Karuizawa 1965 Bottles #1:

1965 Japonisme Edition / LMDW 60th Anniversary

1965 Single Sherry Cask 50 Year Old #2372 / LMDW

1965 Single Bourbon Cask 50 Year Old #8636 / LMDW

Port Ellen Special Releases #1 – #17

Incredible Bowmore

James MacArthur Caol Ila & Port Ellen

Our September Auction ENDS TOMORROW!

Place your bids until 7pm (BST) Sunday 27th October 2024.

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Every month, we present an incredible selection of whiskies and other fine spirits to our members right across the globe. You will find everything here from limited edition releases and vintage bottles to whole casks of rare whisky. There is certainly something for everyone – whether you are looking to collect, invest or enjoy!

Singleton Of Dufftown – 53 Year Old (1964) Paragon Of Time

Hibiki – 40 Year Old

Karuizawa – 50 Year Old (1965) Single Casks (LMDW Exclusive)

Bowmore – 50 Year Old (1964) Black Bowmore The Last Cask

Balvenie – 50 Year Old (1963) Single Cask #4570 + #4567

Selling whisky? Why not arrange the pick-up of your bottles using our global courier service? If you’re based in Scotland, you might want to arrange the personal collection of your bottles. Wherever you’re based in the world, we will make getting your bottles into our monthly auction as simple as possible. Get in touch with the Whisky Hammer team now by dropping them a message at sales@whiskyhammer.com.

SAZERAC COMPANY AND BLOCKBAR TO HOST ONLINE AUCTION OF RARE AND COVETED SPIRITS WITH EVERY DOLLAR RAISED BENEFITING RELIEF EFFORTS FOR HURRICANES MILTON AND HELENE

Auction will be “no reserve” and feature some of Sazerac’s most-prized spirits including Double Eagle Very Rare, The Last Drop, BTAC, and a variety of complete sets of fan favorite bourbons such as Weller, E.H. Taylor, 1792 and more

LOUISVILLE, KY (October 24, 2024) – Sazerac Company today announces it will hold an online auction of some of its most-prized and highly-coveted spirits to raise funds for the American Red Cross’s relief efforts for Hurricanes Milton and Helene. In partnership with BlockBar, a global marketplace offering access to some of the world’s most sought-after bottles, barrels and casks, Sazerac will be auctioning a variety of individual bottles and collections from its top distilleries and brands, including Buffalo Trace Distillery, The Last Drop Distillers, Barton 1792 Distillery, and A. Smith Bowman Distillery. The auction can be viewed at BLOCK BAR SAZERAC HURRICANE RELIEF CHARITY AUCTION.

In late September, Hurricane Helene made landfall as a Category 4 storm sweeping across the Southeast leaving behind catastrophic damage. The storm caused devastating floods in Western North Carolina and surrounding areas and led to the loss of more than 200 lives. Not long after, Hurricane Milton hit Florida’s Tampa Bay area causing flooding and widespread power outages.

“Our hearts go out to the families and communities affected by these devastating storms,” said Jake Wenz, President and CEO of Sazerac. “Our goal is to help aid the Hurricanes Milton and Helene recovery efforts in cities and states most impacted by the storms. Every dollar raised will go directly to those in need.  We thank the American Red Cross for everything they do.”

“We are honoured to partner with Sazerac for this charity auction supporting the relief efforts for Hurricanes Milton and Helene,” says Dov Falic, Blockbar CEO & Co-Founder. “This represents a unique opportunity for our community to acquire exceptional bottles some of the finest spirits from Sazerac’s esteemed distilleries and brands, while also providing an opportunity for our community to make a meaningful impact during a time of need. We invite all whiskey enthusiasts and collectors to join us in this effort and help support those affected by the hurricanes.”

As part of the auction, a combination of rare and highly coveted Sazerac products will be available, including spirits sold individually as well as lineups of fan favorites sold as sets. To encourage maximum engagement from the worldwide spirits community, the auction will be run as a “no reserve” auction with the starting bid for each bottle or collection beginning at $100.

The full list of spirits available include:

Individual Bottles:

1. Double Eagle Very Rare Kentucky Straight Bourbon
2. The Last Drop Release 28: Drew Mayville Signature Blend of Kentucky Straight Whiskeys
3. The Last Drop Release 32: Louise McGuane 32-Year-Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey
4. The Last Drop Release 33: 15th Anniversary 40-Year-Old Blended Scotch Whisky

Bourbon Sets:

1. Buffalo Trace Antique Collection

1. • George T. Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • Sazerac Rye 18 Year Old Rye Whiskey
   • W.L. Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • Thomas H. Handy Straight Rye Whiskey
   • Eagle Rare 17 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

1. Buffalo Trace Distillery Premium Bottle Collection: 

1. • Blanton’s Gold Single Barrel Bourbon
   • Blanton’s Straight from The Barrel
   • George T. Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

1. W.L. Weller Bourbon Collection: 

1. • W.L. Weller Antique 107 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • W.L. Weller Full Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • W.L. Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • W.L. Weller 12 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • W.L. Weller C.Y.P.B. Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • W.L. Weller Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

1. E.H. Taylor, Jr. Collection: 

1. • E.H. Taylor, Jr. Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • E.H. Taylor, Jr. Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • E.H. Taylor, Jr. Straight Rye Whiskey
   • E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey
   • E.H. Taylor, Jr. Four Grain Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

1. 1792 Bourbon Collection 

1. • 1792 Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • 1792 Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • 1792 Full Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • 1792 Aged 12 Years Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • 1792 Sweet Wheat Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
   • 1792 Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

1. A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Collection

1. • Cask Strength Virginia Straight Bourbon Whiskey #1
   • Cask Strength Virginia Straight Bourbon Whiskey #2
   • Cask Strength Virginia Straight Bourbon Whiskey #3

The auction goes live October 24^th at 10AM EST and runs through November 1^st at 10AM EST. Details on the auction and how to bid can be found HERE. All proceeds from the online auction will go toward the American Red Cross to aid in their Hurricanes Milton and Helene disaster relief efforts.

About Sazerac Company

With over 400 years of history, Sazerac is one of the world’s largest distilled spirits companies. Now in the fourth generation of the current family ownership, Sazerac strives each day to bring the finest spirits to consumers around the world.

Over 500 of the world’s most extraordinary brands are part of the Sazerac portfolio, including Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Eagle Rare, Weller, The Last Drop Distillers, Fireball Cinnamon Whisky, Southern Comfort, Wheatley Vodka, Meyers’s Rum, White X Cognac, Sazerac de Forge Cognac, Paddy’s Irish Whiskey, and many more.

Sazerac is also the steward of many fine distilleries internationally, including Buffalo Trace Distillery in Kentucky, United States; Domaine Sazerac de Segonzac in Cognac, France; Paul John Distillery in Goa, India; and Lough Gill Distillery in County Sligo, Ireland. Additional impressive locations can be found in New Orleans, Montréal, London, Cork and Sydney, to name a few.

To learn more visit www.sazerac.com.

About BlockBar

BlockBar enables the wine and spirits community to buy, store, sell, gift, and ship the highest quality wines and spirits, sourced directly from producers and authenticated via blockchain. Our team has access to the world’s most sought-after bottles, barrels, and casks, many of which are unique to BlockBar. These are released on the platform through various sales mechanics, with many including immersive events and unique experiences. Underwritten by the power of blockchain, BlockBar guarantees provenance and authenticity so users can safely build their collections. Despite its cutting-edge approach, BlockBar’s roots stretch back decades. BlockBar was launched in October 2021 by cousins Dov and Sam, who are an active part of the family-owned Falic Group, a network founded in 2001 that today comprises over 50 businesses including Duty Free Americas, the largest duty-free operation in the Americas.

SOTHEBY’S AND LEADING SCOTCH MAKER CHIVAS BROTHERS ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP TO AUCTION COLLECTABLE, RARE, HIGHLY AGED WHISKIES

The inaugural lot is a 55 year old single malt whisky from The Glenlivet distillery, presented in a one-of-a-kind gold plated sculpture by computational architect, Michael Hansmeyer

LONDON, 9th OCTOBER 2024 – Sotheby’s today announced a long-term partnership with Chivas Brothers, the Pernod Ricard business dedicated to Scotch whisky and makers of The Glenlivet and Aberlour, to bring highly aged, one-off creations to auction, exclusively for Sotheby’s collectors. Each individual lot will feature a never-before-released Scotch whisky from the Chivas Brothers portfolio. 

The inaugural lot is The Glenlivet 55 Year Old, 200th Year Anniversary Edition, One of One, a bespoke, never to be repeated bottle that honours two centuries of unparalleled whisky making heritage. The ultra-rare single malt has been aged for 55 years – the highest age statement ever released by The Glenlivet distillery – and is presented in a custom spherical decanter embellished with precious peridot gemstones using an intricate technique inspired by the creation of fine jewellery. The bottle is paired with a stunning, one-of-a-kind sculpture created by computational architect Michael Hansmeyer, a pioneer in the exploring of algorithms to generate and fabricate new and unique architectural forms, and crafted using emerald quartzite and 24 carat gold.

This special lot will be available for auction from 22nd October 2024 to 5th November 2024 in Sotheby’s London sale of Finest & Rarest Whisky with all proceeds benefitting the National Trust for Scotland, which is dedicated to preserving Scotland’s natural and cultural heritage. Since 2020, The Glenlivet has supported the Trust through Pioneering Spirit, an ambitious archaeology and research project that uncovers the stories and sites of illicit whisky production across Scotland, deepening understanding of the origins of Scotch whisky and its effect on the country’s rich cultural heritage.

This exclusive lot comes on the heels of The Glenlivet’s 200th anniversary celebrations in 2024, commemorating the distillery’s heritage and craftsmanship over its two-century long legacy.

Jonny Fowle, Sotheby’s Global Head of Spirits, commented: “We are thrilled to offer the first one-off special release of this partnership in The Glenlivet distillery’s oldest single malt, aged 55 years, to avid whisky collectors worldwide. Partnering with Scotch whisky producer Chivas Brothers to offer some of the world’s most exclusive whiskies, crafted exclusively for Sotheby’s, is an exceptional privilege. The debut of The Glenlivet 55 Year Old, 200th Year Anniversary Edition, One of One perfectly embodies the merging of fine spirits and design, and we look forward to bringing more extraordinary creations to collectors and connoisseurs worldwide.”

Jacques-Henri Brive, Global Head of Luxury Development at Chivas Brothers, added: “We’re fortunate to have an exquisite archive of rare, highly aged whiskies at Chivas Brothers but until now, these prized whiskies have never been available to purchase. Our partnership with Sotheby’s represents the first opportunity for collectors to add never-before-released pieces of Scotch whisky history to their collection. It’s a monumental moment for whisky connoisseurs and luxury appreciators – one not to be missed.”

The Glenlivet 55 Year Old, 200th Year Anniversary Edition, One of One, carries an estimate of £35,000-£70,000. Bottled at 42.8%, this is a superb expression evoking red apples, ripe white peach and dark chocolate fondant on the nose, with a subtle taste of lavish caramel, desiccated coconut, dark liquorice with ginger and cinnamon spice on the taste and an incredibly rich and sweet finish with enduring, warming spice, impacted by the American oak influence.

* Early interest in the auction can be registered at www.sothebys.com/theglenlivet55

OCTOBER AUCTION ENDS TONIGHT!

Not long now! There is still time to bid on your favourite bottles at Click Whisky Auctions, including this wonderful bottle of pre-2014 Glenfiddich 30 Years Old.

Distilled at the Macallan Distillery in 1973 then bottled in 1999 at natural Cask strength, this Scott’s Selection is an interesting bottling.

If you like vintage independent bottlings, we have a lovely bottle of 1967 Glen Keith by Gordon & MacPhail, bottled in 1997 for their highly-esteemed Connoisseurs Choice range.

Released very recently to mark the 200th anniversary of the Macallan Distillery, this beautifully presented bottle is in a circular shape, representing life’s enduring cycle and paying homage to the history and story of the distillery, as well as its age-old whisky making processes.

These are only a few of the lots in our October auction, to view more, visit clickwhiskyauctions.com. Register to bid. Remember, you’ve got to be in it to win it! Auction ends Sunday 20th October (TONIGHT) from 8pm BST.