April 2016 Auction

Bruichladdich 1992 Pedro Ximinez Sherry Edition

This is one of a number of Bruichladdich's released as experiments in which the same whisky is finished in different sherry casks for two years, in this case Pedro Ximinez from Fernando de Castilla.

Released in 2009 this 17 year old is bottle number 3697 of 6,000.

Bowmore Claret Bordeaux Wine Cask

A rare Bowmore matured exclusively in Bordeaux casks from wineries owned by Suntory.

Please note rust on lid.

Amrut Spectrum

Amrut have released some amazing whiskies.

This whisky has been matured for three years in ex-bourbon barrels, then transferred to specially custom crafted casked made from five different tupes of wood. 

Amrut Spectrum

Amrut have released some amazing whiskies.

This whisky has been matured for three years in ex-bourbon barrels, then transferred to specially custom crafted casked made from five different tupes of wood. 

Benrinnes 1978 Gordon and Macphail Reserve

Distilled in 1978 and bottled in 2004. This is an old Benrinnes which is fairly unusual to see. Drawn from single cask 1633.

Benriach 16 Year Old Cape of Storms

A very limited Benriach that was only available in South Africa, originally launched at the Whisky Live Show 2007.  The Cape of Storms limited releases followed the days when whisky was transported as ballast, in ships that travelled to the Cape from the UK and back. This unique shipping experience greatly affected the flavour, the sea, the constant motion and movement of the liquid.

Two bottlings were released, a younger 12 year old and this 16 year old.  The actual spirit used in the bottling of this 16 year old is widely regarded to be nearer 19 years old, however the later part of the maturation period was in South Africa and can not be placed legally onto the label.

Only 195 bottles of the 16 year old were released, this is bottle 121.

Bowmore Devil's Cask 10 Year Old Batch #2

This, Devil's Cask is the second bottling in the incredibly popular Devil's Cask Small Batch Releases.  This small batch release was matured exclusively in first fill Sherry casks and bottled at cask strength.

\"Where The Devil is He?\" - The story goes the devil was spotted in the circular church at Bowmore, the villagers chased the devil into Bowmore Distillery where, as legend goes, the devil escaped in a cask.

Bruichladdich 21 Year Old 1990s

Bruichladdich 21 year old released with the old style tall bottle.

Please note the condition of the box. 

Ardbeg 1990 Airigh Nam Beist Bottled 2008

Ardbeg don't release many vintages these days, and the Airgh Nam Beist was one of the last.

Taking it's name from the Gaelic meaning of \"shelter\" or pasture, this whisky was distilled in 1990 and bottled in 2008 at 46%.

Bruichladdich Black Art 1989 22 Year Old (3rd Edition)

The third Black Art release, distilled in 1989 and bottled as a 22 year old.

Matured in wide variety of American and European oak wines casks, now an annual release within Bruichladdich's core range.

Please note the dent on the tin.

Baron De Sigognac 1960 Bas Armagnac

Armagnac distilled in 1960 and bottled 20th September 2010. 

Please note condition of box and seal. 

Ardbeg Kildalton 2014

The latest release from Ardbeg in connection with the North Highland Initiative (NHI) a charity which helps rural communities across the Northern Highlands.

This new and elegantly packaged Ardbeg is a combination of first fill and refill ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks.  Please do not mistake this Kildalton for that which was released in 2004, 10 years ago. 

Please note that the inner packaging is very fragile and in some cases has cracked or could crack in transit, Whisky Auctioneer takes no resposibility for this issue. 

Ardbeg Renaissance 1998

The conclusion of Ardbeg's 'Peaty path to Maturity', distilled in 1998 and bottled as a celebration for Ardbeg reaching 10 years old following the rebirth of the distillery in the hands of Glenmorangie Plc.

Ardbeg 1990 Airigh Nam Beist Bottled 2008

Ardbeg don't release many vintages these days, and the Airgh Nam Beist was one of the last.

Taking it's name from the Gaelic meaning of \"shelter\" or pasture, this whisky was distilled in 1990 and bottled in 2008 at 46%.

Please note condition of lot as shown.

Ardbeg Kildalton 2014

The latest release from Ardbeg in connection with the North Highland Initiative (NHI) a charity which helps rural communities across the Northern Highlands.

This new and elegantly packaged Ardbeg is a combination of first fill and refill ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks.  Please do not mistake this Kildalton for that which was released in 2004, 10 years ago. 

Please note that the inner packaging is very fragile and in some cases has cracked or could crack in transit, Whisky Auctioneer takes no resposibility for this issue. 

Bowmore 17 Year Old SMWS 3.243 / Feis Ile 2015

Released exclusively to coincide for the Feis Ile 2015, this is the first time the Scotch Malt Whisky Society took part in the exclusive bottlings released throughout this one week in May.

Dark, Smouldering, Flamenco, Gypsy is a single cask Bowmore 17 year old bottled at 57.1%.

One of 594 bottles released.

Arran Devil’s Punch Bowl Chapter II           

Released in mid 2013, Arran’s second edition, release in the very popular punch bowl series consists of 27 casks distilled between 1997 and 2004; 17 of which are sherry casks, 6 ‘unpeated’ bourbon casks and 4 peated bourbon casks. Known as the Angels and Devils edition, only 6,600 bottles have been released.

Ardbeg Dark Cove Committee Release 75cl / US Import

The new committee release for 2016, this has been matured in ex-bourbon casks with a heart matured in dark sherry casks. 

The style has been inspired by the history of illicit distilling on the Island of Islay, many people were involved including Allan and Alexander the uncles of John McDougall founder of Ardbeg distillery. 

This is the limited committee release, a more available lower ABV edition will be launched for Ardbeg Day/Night. 

Bladnoch 1990 SMWS 24 Year Old 50.59

A very well aged Bladnoch, bottled by the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, nick named 'Fresh fruit salad in Champagne'.

Distilled on 26th January 1990 and bottled after 24 years.  

One of only 133 bottles, matured exclusively in a refill ex bourbon barrels.

Bowmore 17 Year Old SMWS 3.243 / Feis Ile 2015

Released exclusively to coincide for the Feis Ile 2015, this is the first time the Scotch Malt Whisky Society took part in the exclusive bottlings released throughout this one week in May.

Dark, Smouldering, Flamenco, Gypsy is a single cask Bowmore 17 year old bottled at 57.1%.

One of 594 bottles released.

Bowmore Legend Of Saint Ives / First Edition

An older style label from this classic Islay malt. This is the first release of the Bowmore legends which would influence much of the distillerie's later output. 

This tin is for the Legend of St.Ives. The story goes that back in 1813, a young French soldier named St.Ives was captured by the British during the Napoleonic wars. Because of his ability to speak English he dodged execution and ended up imprisoned in Edinburgh castle. He managed to make a hot air ballon and escape, he floated to Islay.  Crashing in Lochindaal, he was rescued by the battleship The true blooded yankee.

This limited edition release of Bowmore legend carries an artists illustration of the legend depicted on the rear of the bottle.

Ardbeg Dark Cove Committee Release

The new committee release for 2016, this has been matured in ex-bourbon casks with a heart matured in dark sherry casks. 

The style has been inspired by the history of illicit distilling on the Island of Islay, many people were involved including Allan and Alexander the uncles of John McDougall founder of Ardbeg distillery. 

This is the limited committee release, a more available lower ABV edition will be launched for Ardbeg Day/Night. 

Ardbeg Dark Cove Committee Release

The new committee release for 2016, this has been matured in ex-bourbon casks with a heart matured in dark sherry casks. 

The style has been inspired by the history of illicit distilling on the Island of Islay, many people were involved including Allan and Alexander the uncles of John McDougall founder of Ardbeg distillery. 

This is the limited committee release, a more available lower ABV edition will be launched for Ardbeg Day/Night. 

Bowmore 1989 16 Year Old Limited Edition

This popular limited edition Bowmore was made up of 134 casks, distilled in 1989 and bottled 16 years later at cask strength, the majority of the casks were ex-bourbon casks.

Ardbeg Renaissance 1998

The conclusion of Ardbeg's 'Peaty path to Maturity', distilled in 1998 and bottled as a celebration for Ardbeg reaching 10 years old following the rebirth of the distillery in the hands of Glenmorangie Plc.

Balmenach 12 Year Old Flora and Fauna

One of the most desirable of the Flora and Fauna series, the tasty Balmenach was released as a 12 year old.

Distillerys Company Ltd (DCL/Diageo) created the Flora and Fauna series in the early 1990s, when DCL sold the distillery to Inverhouse distillers this bottle was discontinued.

Balmenach 12 Year Old Flora and Fauna

One of the most desirable of the Flora and Fauna series, the tasty Balmenach was released as a 12 year old.

Distillerys Company Ltd (DCL/Diageo) created the Flora and Fauna series in the early 1990s, when DCL sold the distillery to Inverhouse distillers this bottle was discontinued.

Please note condition of lot as shown, including stain on upper right corner of label.

Ardbeg Dark Cove Committee Release

The new committee release for 2016, this has been matured in ex-bourbon casks with a heart matured in dark sherry casks. 

The style has been inspired by the history of illicit distilling on the Island of Islay, many people were involved including Allan and Alexander the uncles of John McDougall founder of Ardbeg distillery. 

This is the limited committee release, a more available lower ABV edition will be launched for Ardbeg Day/Night. 

Ardbeg Dark Cove Committee Release

The new committee release for 2016, this has been matured in ex-bourbon casks with a heart matured in dark sherry casks. 

The style has been inspired by the history of illicit distilling on the Island of Islay, many people were involved including Allan and Alexander the uncles of John McDougall founder of Ardbeg distillery. 

This is the limited committee release, a wider release and lower ABV edition will be launched for Ardbeg Day/Night. 

Ardbeg Dark Cove Committee Release 75cl / US Import

The new committee release for 2016, this has been matured in ex-bourbon casks with a heart matured in dark sherry casks. 

The style has been inspired by the history of illicit distilling on the Island of Islay, many people were involved including Allan and Alexander the uncles of John McDougall founder of Ardbeg distillery. 

This is the limited committee release, a more available lower ABV edition will be launched for Ardbeg Day/Night. 

Balvenie Malt Master's Selection / Including 10, 12 and 25 Year Old (1974) 3 x 20cl

An excellent presentation pack from Balvenie containing three 20cl bottles:

• Balvenie 10 Year Old Founders Reserve (now discontinued)
• Balvenie 12 Year Old Double Wood
• Balvenie 25 Year Old Single Barrel 1974

3 x 20cl