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A. D. Rattray Cask Collection No 77 – Scotch Whisky News

 

Autumn is a season of turning inwards, when whisky finds its natural place at the heart of the table – shared, savoured, and enjoyed. Not every dram needs to be bold or demanding; sometimes the greatest pleasure lies in whiskies that are open, welcoming, and easy to appreciate.

With our 77th Cask Collection, we present five casks that embody this sense of accessibility. These are whiskies that speak clearly of their character and origins – flavourful yet unpretentious, layered yet effortless to enjoy. Made for sharing as much as for reflection, they offer something for both the curious newcomer and the seasoned enthusiast.

Spanning a wide spectrum – from mineral smoke to orchard fruits, sweet nuts, and gentle spice – Cask Collection 77 celebrates the approachable side of Scotch whisky, without ever compromising on individuality or quality. Together, these casks form a collection perfectly attuned to the season: inviting, expressive, and endlessly drinkable. As always, each bottle reflects the principles that guide our curation: respect for the spirit, care in selection, and a belief that great whisky is best enjoyed by all.

31 Years Young: The Story of Murray McDavid! – Scotch Whisky News

This year, Murray McDavid turns 31 — and what a journey it has been! From our bold beginnings on Islay in the 1990s to our newest adventures in Speyside, we’ve spent three decades pushing boundaries, reviving legends, and maturing Scotch whisky in ways the world had never seen before.

To mark the occasion, we’re sharing our story in a brand-new blog: “Whisky Rebels for over 30 Years: The Story of Murray McDavid.”

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For over three decades, we’ve been shaking things up with bold casks, creative releases, and a restless drive to do things differently.

Raise a dram with us and celebrate over 30 years of whisky rebellion!

Slàinte,

The Murray McDavid Team

The Whisky Exchange ‘Whisky offers from around the world’ – World Whisky News

WHISKY OFFERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

We have standout offers on some of the world’s best whiskies. Ichiro’s Malt & Grain World Blended Whisky, now £20 off, showcases Ichiro Akuto’s mastery over blending by using whiskies from five countries. There’s £10 off Gold Spot 13 Year Old, which brings spice, dark fruit and oak. Hakushu 12 Year Old, now £12 off, offers fresh herbs, smoke and orchard fruit, while Blanton’s Straight From the Barrel, £5 off, delivers rich chocolate, oak and dried fruit.

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Rare Find unveils landmark partnership with Bodegas Barbadillo – Scotch Whisky News

Rare Find unveils landmark partnership with Bodegas Barbadillo

-a defining moment in Rare Find’s 10th anniversary year

Rare Find, the acclaimed independent bottler, continues its 10th anniversary celebrations with the launch of its Autumn 2025 collection – a release that not only showcases four remarkable single malts, but also marks the first results of a landmark partnership with Bodegas Barbadillo.

Since its inception in 2015, Rare Find has earned a reputation for uncovering exceptional distillates and elevating them through guided cask maturation, led by a philosophy of creating whiskies that are “intentionally rare by design.” Now, a decade on, Rare Find’s Autumn 2025 releases represent a pivotal milestone: the debut of a collaboration with one of Spain’s legendary sherry houses.

With almost two centuries of heritage and stewardship of some of Jerez’s oldest soleras, Bodegas Barbadillo stands as a guardian of Andalusia’s wine-making legacy. Based in Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Barbadillo worked with Rare Find to create a bespoke sherry cask seasoning programme. Together, the two makers have developed casks imbued with astonishing depth and oxidative richness – vessels shaped by time, tradition, and the soul of Andalusia. Rare Find’s Autumn 2025 releases are the first chance for whisky lovers to experience that union: Scotland’s finest single malts elevated by sherry casks steeped in Spanish heritage.

To establish the ongoing partnership, the Rare Find team travelled to Barbadillo’s historic bodegas to work alongside the sherry house’s expert oenologists. Among ancient soleras and reliquia casks dating back over a century, they hand-selected Spanish, American, and European oak casks to undergo an intensive 24-month oloroso seasoning process.

Unlike short-term or superficial seasoning, this extended period ensured that every stave is deeply imbued with sherry character – rich with dried fruits, toasted nuts, and oxidative depth.  Once reracked in Scotland, these sherry-seasoned casks contributed structured oxidative complexity to selected Scotch malts, imparting concentrated dried fruit, nut, and spice notes while maintaining the integrity and core character of the spirits.

For the Rare Find Autumn 2025 release, four single-cask, single-malt whiskies finished in oloroso sherry have been selected. Three of the releases originate from the Barbadillo partnership, each highlighting a different wood type and, consequently, a distinct sherry cask influence.

The Autumn 2025 Rare Find releases consist of: 

Longmorn 16 Year Old
Spanish oak Barbadillo 1st fill oloroso sherry finish

Tamdhu 16 Year Old
American Oak Barbadillo 1st fill oloroso sherry finish

Secret Speyside 16 Year Old

European Oak Barbadillo 1st fill oloroso sherry finish

Benriach 9 Year Old
1st fill oloroso barrique finish

Each of the four releases has been bottled without compromise – natural cask strength, natural colour, and no chill filtration – preserving the whisky’s full integrity from bodega to bottle.

Speaking of the Autumn 2025 releases, a Rare Find spokesperson said: “This collection marks one of the most important chapters in our history. Our partnership with Barbadillo has allowed us to work with some of the most extraordinary sherry casks in the world. By bringing together Scotland’s finest single malts and Andalusia’s centuries-old winemaking traditions, we’ve created whiskies that truly embody the Rare Find ethos – exceptional, authentic, and intentionally rare.”

The Rare Find Autumn 2025 releases will be available in select retailers from 13th October 2025. Further details of Rare Find stockists can be found at: www.rarefindwhisky.co.uk/stockists.

Rare Find Autumn 2025 Releases

Longmorn 16 year old

Finished for 10 months in a first fill oloroso seasoned Spanish oak hogshead from Bodegas Barbadillo

55.6%, 203 bottles

£110.00

Aromas of stewed fruit, walnuts, beeswax, and candle smoke. The palate shows sweet notes of apple pie, toffee pennies, cinnamon rolls, and glacé icing, leading to an elegant finish with both sweetness and spice.

Tamdhu 16 year old

Finished for 10 months in a first fill oloroso seasoned American oak hogshead from Bodegas Barbadillo

51.7%, 216 bottles

£120.00

Golden syrup, vanilla pod, apple, and citrus on the nose. The palate is juicy and sweet with candied orange, milk chocolate, chewy toffee, and nutmeg. The finish is warm and sweet. 

Secret Speyside 15 year old

Finished for 10 months in a first fill oloroso seasoned European oak hogshead from Bodegas Barbadillo

58.2%, 184 bottles

£95.00

A resinous nose with linseed oil, marmalade, and icing sugar. The palate shows pronounced sweet spices, caramel-coated hazelnuts, ginger, and cinnamon biscuits. The finish is medium to long.

Benriach 9 year old

Finished for 16 months in a barrique

55.1%, 301

£75.00

A rich nose of BBQ sauce, cocoa powder, and a hint of herbal tea. The palate balances sweet and savoury with dark chocolate, raisin loaf, star anise, and chilli flakes. The finish is medium-dry with clove and lingering chocolate.

About Rare Find

Each Rare Find release is an unrepeatable, limited-edition whisky sourced from sought-after distilleries. With every bottle, we celebrate liquid excellence – meticulously selecting, maturing, and finishing in the highest quality casks to deliver whisky that’s rare by design.

From the millions of casks maturing in Scotland, only a small percentage are destined for single malt bottlings, and from those, only the best become a Rare Find.

The Macallan Rare Cask, 205 Release – Scotch Whisky News

Latest Release Now Available

The Macallan Rare Cask, 2025 Release

£315.00*

The Macallan Rare Cask, 2025 Release is now available for purchase from our Online Boutique, with limited availability.The Macallan Rare Cask showcases the perfection that can be delivered when a single note shines. The intense sweet raisin note that can be found within Rare Cask is hard to find in the whisky stocks at The Macallan. Layered with notes of vanilla, dark chocolate and citrus, and enveloped in a rich, velvety mouthfeel, this exceptional single malt delivers an indulgent, sensorial experience from nose to finish.

Every cask of exceptional single malt whisky maturing at The Macallan Estate has its own personality, with subtle nuances that make it unique. From time to time, our Whisky Makers come across a cask that stands apart in a very particular way.

Rare Cask is created from exceptional oak casks which exhibit an intense sweet raisin note, coupled with an incredibly rich, smooth complexity. These hand-selected sherry seasoned oak casks are a rare and special discovery, chosen for their rich depth of natural colour, distinctive aroma and luxurious mouthfeel.

Crafted only from the finest sherry seasoned oak, this expression showcases the perfection that can be delivered when a single note shines, an extraordinary find in the warehouses of The Macallan.

Nose

Soft notes of vanilla with rich raisin, followed by a sweet fusion of fresh apple, lemon and orange.

Palate

An intense sweet raisin dominates before giving way to vanilla and dark chocolate, with layers of light citrus zest.

Finish

Long, rich and velvety.

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*Price includes UK VAT and Duty. Local taxes will be charged based on the shipping location. 

Johnnie Walker Blue Blended Scotch Whisky at K&L California – Deluxe Scotch Whisky News

Johnnie Walker Blue Blended Scotch Whisky

$189.99

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Johnnie Walker Blue Label is crafted from the finest and rarest casks in the producer’s extensive stocks to exemplify the art of blended whiskies. A whisky of power, smoothness, and signature smokiness is the result. Influences from across Scotland are layered in the profile, with the smokiness of the west and the rich, sweet whiskies of the east.

Wine Enthusiast Review Date: 12/2014
Featured as a blend of Johnnie Walker’s rarest whiskies, this Scotch billows with sweet cigar smoke from the very first sip. Underneath that, look for vanilla, oak and dry cocoa, finishing dry and spicy with cigar wrapper, allspice and clove, plus a mouthwatering saline note. (KN)

97/100 |Whisky Advocate

Magnificently powerful and intense. Caramels, dried peats, elegant cigar smoke, seeds scraped from vanilla beans, brand new pencils, peppercorn, coriander seeds, and star anise make for a deeply satisfying nosing experience. Silky caramels, bountiful fruits of ripe peach, stewed apple, orange pith, and pervasive smoke with elements of burnt tobacco. An abiding finish of smoke, dry spices, and banoffee pie sweetness. Close to perfection. *Editor’s Choice* (JM, Spring 2018)

Email: wine@klwines.com
Phone: (877) KL-WINES (Toll Free 877.559.4637)
K&L Wine Merchants 3005 El Camino Real Redwood City, CA 94061 USA
San Francisco, Redwood City, Hollywood CA

The Whisky Exchange ‘Peat and fruit whiskies made for autumn’ – Scotch Whisky News

PEAT AND FRUIT WHISKIES MADE FOR AUTUMN

As the nights draw in, there’s no better way to embrace the season than with a whisky that combines smoky depth and autumnal fruit. Indulge in the iconic Lagavulin 16 Year Old, with its rich peat smoke and dried fruit, the elegant Kilkerran 12 Year Old, bringing citrus brightness and gentle orchard smoke, and the bold Ardbeg 10 Year Old, where Islay peat meets lemon zest and vanilla.

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The Whisky Shop Paris ‘Jack Daniel’s 10 Year Old Single Malt just landed – LIMITED E.U ALLOCATION!’ – American Whiskey News

JACK DANIEL’S 10 YEAR OLD SINGLE MALT

Selected from barrels first matured in the upper tiers of the warehouses, this whiskey develops a more intense aromatic concentration thanks to greater exposure to climatic variations. On the nose, it reveals notes of lemon muffin, vanilla, and dried fruits, enhanced by a touch of caramel. The palate is generous and well-balanced, moving between sweet smoothness, peppery spice, and deep oak character. The finish displays a rare complexity for an American whiskey.

Bottled at 48.5% ABV.

99 € – DON’T MISS OUT !

ralfy review 1099 Extras – How whisky ‘finish’ happens. – Scotch Whisky News

The third edition of The Distillers One of One® auction smashes pre-sale estimate to bring £2.9 million / $3.9 million – Auction Whisky News

The third edition of The Distillers One of One® auction

smashes pre-sale estimate to bring £2.9 million / $3.9 million

Hammer proceeds to primarily benefit the Youth Action Fund in support of disadvantaged young people in Scotland

30 auction records achieved, including The Glenlivet, Port Ellen, Ladyburn, Glenfarclas, The Glendronach, Laphroaig, KANDOBLANC and The Glen Grant

 

  • Third edition of The Distillers One of One Charity Auction totalled £2,895,902 / $3,882,102 (a hammer total of £2,316,722 / $3,105,682), against a pre-sale estimate of £793,400 – $1,433,500
  • 30 auction records achieved, resulting in The Distillers One of One breaking a total of 66 records to date
  • 35 Scotch Whisky distilleries working collectively in the name of philanthropy
  • 39 one-off, never-to-be-repeated auction lots
  • 90% of lots exceeded their high estimates (including buyer’s premium)
  • 100% of the hammer price will be donated to charity
  • £6.6 million / $8.4 million raised for charity since the first auction in 2021

EDINBURGH, 10th October 2025 – The Distillers One of One® hosted its third biennial Charity Auction in partnership with Sotheby’s, at the historic Hopetoun House near Edinburgh, on Friday 10th October 2025. Comprising a selection of 39 ultra-rare Scotch whiskies, from 35 companies and distilleries across Scotland, the auction, which attracted lively bidding in the room and on the telephones, was attended by some 200 guests from across the globe, and brought an outstanding total of £2.9 million / $3.9 million (a hammer total of £2.3 million / $3.1 million), smashing the pre-sale estimate. The sale saw unbridled generosity amongst the bidders, who were prepared to go the extra mile to secure the whiskies of their dreams, with bids leaping in increments as much as £140,000 at a time.

Since its inaugural event in 2021, The Distillers One of One Auction has cemented its place as the world’s preeminent charity auction dedicated to rare Scotch whisky, with 100% of hammer proceeds donated to charitable causes. Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of donors and collectors worldwide, the auctions have now raised £6.6 million to date, principally directed to the Youth Action Fund. Established in early 2022 following the first auction, the Youth Action Fund supports disadvantaged young people across Scotland to unlock their potential and contribute positively to their communities. 

Grant Gordon OBE, Chairman Distillers’ Charity, commented: “What pride for me to see that the Scotch Whisky industry continues to come together to raise incredible amounts in support of young people, especially from disadvantaged backgrounds, helping them achieve their ambitions and strengthen our communities. Over nearly four years, between January 2022 and the end of September 2025, the Youth Action fund has helped 2619 young people secure employability, meaning a job apprenticeship, training or education leading to work. We sincerely thank all our those involved for their time and talent, whether they are in the industry, sponsors or craftspeople and the buyers for their support and generosity, whose contribution together helps transform the lives of young people in Scotland.” 

Beanie Espey-Geraedts, MD of Distillers One of One, commented: “We’re so humbled to see such generosity in action for this third Distillers One of One Auction. The resounding success is the result of an incredible collective endeavour across the Scotch whisky industry to create meaningful and lasting change, with much work behind the scenes from passionate individuals who care deeply about their communities. It is very special to us to know that this exceptional sum that has been raised will have a direct impact on Scotland’s disadvantaged youth. We are very much looking forward to the next Distillers One of One Auction in 2027.” 

Jonny Fowle, Global Head of Spirits, Sotheby’s, said: “The third Distillers One of One charity whisky sale has once again surpassed all expectations, delivering an exceptional result that truly reflects the passion and innovation at the heart of the Scotch Whisky community. Our deepest thanks to every bidder who participated and to the distillers who contributed their rare and imaginative creations to this unique auction. The quality and creativity on offer were simply outstanding, showcasing the very best of the whisky world, in every sense. Witnessing the extraordinary response from collectors and enthusiasts worldwide is a reminder of the vibrant spirit of the industry, and it is a privilege to play a part in celebrating and supporting the craftsmanship and charity at the core of The Distillers One of One. What makes this year’s edition particularly memorable is the extraordinary number of brand records achieved. The overall results are a clear indication of the trust and excitement this event continues to build within the global spirits community.”

Across the sale, 30 auction records were achieved: Aberfeldy (Lot 1), Glenfarclas (Lot 4), The Glendronach (Lot 5), Whisk-E Ltd and a bottle from Arran Distillery (Lot 6), Royal Bracka (Lot 7), Hunter Laing and a bottle from Teaninich Distillery (Lot 9), Young Spirits Ferg & Harris (Lot 12), Laphroaig (Lot 14), Bruichladdich (Lot 15), a bottle of Port Ellen (Lot 16), InchDairnie (Lot 17), Lindores Abbey (Lot 18), Ladyburn (Lot 19), The Borders (Lot 20), Aberlour (Lot 22), Adelphi and a bottle from Imperial Distillery (Lot 23), The Glen Grant (24), Ballindalloch (Lot 25), Glen Moray (Lot 26), Livingstone The Macbeth Collection and a bottle from Mortlach Distillery (Lot 28), KANDOBLANC (Lot 29), Tamnavulin (Lot 30), The Glenlivet (Lot 31), Thompson Bros (Lot 33), Gleann Mòr (Lot 34) and Coachbuilt (Lot 38).

The auction was led by The Glenlivet SPIRA 60 Year Old 1965 which smashed its pre-sale estimate to bring £650,000 / $871,358 (est. £60,000-110,000), a new auction record for a bottle of The Glenlivet, following a ten-minute bidding battle. The oldest expression to be released from the distillery to-date, presented in a 1.5 litre spiral decanter hand-blown and shaped by Brodie Nairn at Glasstorm.

An auction record was achieved when The Glen Grant Eternal 77 Year Old 1948, the oldest whisky to be released by the distillery and the oldest whisky presented in this year’s auction, soared to £400,000 / $536,220, five times its low estimate (est. £80,000-120,000).

Port Ellen Prism 46 Year Old 1978 – the oldest whisky ever released by the distillery, housed within a magnum-size 1.5 litre decanter encased in a glass sculpture weighing 100 kilos, created by award-winning German artist Wilfried Grootens – more than doubled its low estimate to bring £375,000 / $502,706 (est. £150,000-300,000), a new auction record for a bottle of Port Ellen.

Ladyburn One of One 2025 Marilyn Monroe by Sam Shaw 58 Year Old 1966, comprising spirit hand-drawn from one of the very last remaining Ladyburn casks from the distillery’s foundation year and distinguished by a label featuring an intimate, rarely seen photograph of Marilyn Monroe by her friend and photographer Sam Shaw, saw bidding increments as high as £30,000, resulting in a final sale price of £225,000 / $301,624 (est. £30,000-50,000) – an auction record for Ladyburn, and more than double the previous record set by The Distillers One of One sale in 2021 of a bottle featuring a David Bailey photograph of John Lennon.

A flurry of bids saw the Laphroaig Capsule 40 Year Old – created from spirit distilled in 1980 and 1981 to become the joint oldest release ever from the Laphroaig distillery and presented in a flawless 1.5 litre curved crystal decanter resembling a medicinal capsule – sell for a record £125,000 / $167,569, more than tripling its low estimate (est. £40,000-80,000).

Dragon In Clouds 60 Year Old by KANDOBLANC – a 1.5 litre hand-blown Murano glass vessel elevated with intricate Japanese lacquer work, encasing an exceptionally rare 60-year-old Speyside single malt – more than doubled the previous auction record for the visionary whisky brand, selling for £106,250 / $142,433 (est. £50,000-100,000).

Another auction record was set with The Glendronach Arias in Time, a one-of-a-kind collection of four whiskies including the oldest whisky ever released by the distillery, presented upon a bespoke bronze sculptural artwork by Osanna Visconti, which brought £93,750 / $125,677 (est. £60,000-100,000).

A gallon bottle (4.5 litre) of 58 Year Old Glenfarclas, housed in a unique oak presentation case, sold for £81,250 / $108,920 (est. £24,000-45,000) – an auction record for Glenfarclas Distillery.

The Gordon & MacPhail 130th Anniversary Collection, featuring three rare, one-off 50cl single malts from Gordon & MacPhail’s own brands and distilleries, brought £68,750 / $92,163 (est. £50,000-80,000).

A 63 year old single malt distilled at Mortlach Distillery, accompanied by an original, signed illustration by Sir Quentin Blake of William Shakespeare which also appears on the bottle label, achieved £67,500 / $90,487 (est. £20,000-26,000) – an auction record for Livingstone The Macbeth Collection and for a bottle of Mortlach. 

Old Pulteney Polaris, a rare 47 year old whisky and Old Pulteney’s oldest release to date, encased within a Caithness slate structure from Norse Stone symbolising the cliffs that guard the distillery, far-exceeded its estimate to bring £62,500 / $83,784 (est. £26,000-40,000).

Leading the selection of casks on offer was the Bruichladdich Cask of Biodynamic Single Malt 2013, the distillery’s third contribution to The Distillers One of One Auction, which sold for £50,000 / $67,028 (est. £10,000-20,000) – an auction record for Bruichladdich Distillery.

“Elementum” by Vicky Paul, a 21-litre vessel created by the Edinburgh-based contemporary abstract painter, housing a single malt whisky from The Borders Distillery, brought £25,000 / $33,514 (est. £10,000-15,000).

Undeterred by the mystery element surrounding the lot, collectors enthusiastically competed for four unique bottles of single malt donated by The Thompson Bros under the MYSTERY MALT label.  Specifically curated for this year’s auction, the spirits ignited fierce competition amongst collectors in the room, before selling for £20,000 / $33,514; the winning bidder will only find out the identity of the exact whiskies when opening the bottles to reveal the distillery and age statement underneath the capsule.

Finally, a bottle of The Distillers One of One 2025 Founders’ Reserve, a specially created assemblage of Scotch malt whiskies donated by ten of The Distillers One of One 2025 Founder Donors, realised £17,500 / $23,460 (est. £1,000-10,000). Ahead of the auction, The Ethos Foundation and The Hunter Foundation both generously agreed to match the hammer price (£14,000), which they will donate directly to The Distillers’ Charity.*

The entire Distillers One of One team is immensely grateful to all the donors, to everyone who attended and bid, and to the auction sponsors and partners (please see full list below). 

Full list of lots and auction results can be viewed HERE 

For further Distillers One of One updates, please follow us on @distillers_one_of_one

Six leading charities are funded as delivery partners by The Distillers’ Charity to achieve the goals of the Youth Action Fund: Aberdeen Foyer, Action for Children, FARE Scotland, Street League, ENABLE Works and the Talk About Trust. To date, over 3,780 young people have been engaged by the fund (for more details, please see notes to editors below).

Participating Donors (in alphabetical order)

Founder Donors:

  1. Bacardi – John Dewar & Sons: Aberfeldy & Royal Brackla
  2. Brown-Forman – The Glendronach
  3. Campari Group – The Glen Grant
  4. Chivas Brothers International Limited – The Glenlivet & Aberlour
  5. Diageo – Port Ellen
  6. Gleann Mór – Rare Find
  7. Gordon & MacPhail
  8. International Beverage – Old Pulteney
  9. KANDOBLANC
  10. Suntory Global Spirits – Laphroaig
  11. The Last Drop
  12. William Grant & Sons – Ladyburn & House of Hazelwood

Member Donors:

  1. Ballindalloch Distillery
  2. Berry Bros. & Rudd – Balmenach & Caol Ila
  3. The Borders Distillery
  1. Livingstone & Elixir Distillers
  2. Loch Lomond Group – Glen Scotia
  3. R&B Distillers – Isle of Raasay
  1. Rémy Cointreau – Bruichladdich
  2. Whyte & Mackay – Tamnavulin

Associate Donors:

  1. Adelphi Distillery
  2. Arbikie Distillery
  3. The Artisanal Spirits Company
  4. Coachbuilt Whisky
  1. Hunter Laing – Ardnahoe
  1. InchDairnie – KinGlassie
  2. J & G Grant – Glenfarclas
  3. La Martiniquaise Bardinet – Glen Moray
  4. Lindores Abbey Distillery
  5. Master of Malt
  6. The Glenturret Distillery
  7. Thompson Bros
  8. Tomatin
  9. Whisk-E – Arran
  10. Young Spirits – Ferg & Harris – Springbank 

Distillers One of One Sponsors

Gold Sponsor:

W1M

Programme Sponsors:

Forsyths

Glencairn Crystal

McLaren Presentation

Simpsons Malt Limited

Silver Sponsors:

Hamilton & Inches

Brodies LLP

Partners:

Whisky Magazine & Paragraph Publishing

Berry Bros & Rudd & Hambledon Wines

The Luminaire

*The amount to be donated is separate to the sale total.

About The Distillers One of One® Auction and The Distillers’ Charity

The Distillers One of One Auction is a biennial series of ultra-rare whisky auctions, which launched in 2021. To date, the Auctions have raised £6.6 million, principally awarded to the Youth Action Fund with the aim of supporting young people in Scotland, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, to reach their potential and make a positive contribution to their communities. The Youth Action Fund’s portfolio charities are Aberdeen Foyer, Action for Children, Enable Works, Fare, Street League and The Talk About Trust (formerly Alcohol Education Trust). They are collectively managed by Inspiring Scotland.

More than 3,780 young people have been engaged through the Youth Action Fund since its inception in early 2022, benefiting from the work the fund’s dedicated charity partners have undertaken, and dramatically increasing their opportunities to enter the workforce. These young people have significantly improved their long-term prospects, either securing employment (33%), progressing to further/higher education (28%), pursuing other vocational training and apprenticeships (19%), or re-engaging with school (15%). The cumulative employability outcome (to September 2025) currently stands at 2,619

A total of 120 unique lots have been donated across the 2021 2023 and 2025 auctions, 67 of which broke world sales records for the distilleries who created and donated them. The Distillers One of One has earned its reputation as a once-in-a-lifetime experience for collectors: no two bottles are ever the same, and no lot will ever be recreated. Each lot is imbued with the spirit of craftsmanship and exclusivity, representing the pinnacle of Scotch whisky.

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 9 Bonhill Street, London EC2A 4PE.

The Distillers’ Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales (no1193683) and Scotland (SC052075)

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

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 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 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, in addition to the highest total ever achieved for a charity wine auction.


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