January 2017 Auction

Glenfarclas Family Collector Series / 6 x 70cl

Six extremely exclusive Whiskies, each representing one of six generations of the Grant Family.

• Glenfarclas 1966 Fino Casks Collector Series I:
  • Distilled on the 23rd September 1966 and bottled on 18th December 2013 from Fino Cask #'s 4194, 4195, and 4197.
  • One of 1444, 50.5%, 70cl. 
• Glenfarclas 1956 Sherry Casks Collector Series II:
  • Distilled on 1st June 1956, 5th June 1956, and 30th October 1956, bottled on 15th July 2014 from respective Sherry Cask #'s 1762, 1774 and 2356.
  • One of 660, 47.5%, 70cl.
• Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Collector Series III:
  • Bottled on 24th April 2015.
  • One of 937, 41.1%, 70cl. 
• Glenfarclas 1981 Port Cask Collector Series IV:
  • Distilled on 16th January 1981, bottled on 19th May 2016 from single Port Cask # 521.
  • One of 521, 47.9%, 70cl.
• Glenfarclas 1986 Refill Sherry Butts Collector Series V:
  • Distilled on 26th September 1986, bottled on 19th May 2016 from Refill Sherry Butt #'s 3454 and 3457.
  • One of 1094, 53.8%, 70cl.
• Glenfarclas 1976 40 Year Old Collector Series VI:
  • Distilled in 1976 and bottled on 19th May 2016.
  • One of 1500, 43.7% 70cl.

Please note there is a shipping charge for 6 bottles with this lot.

Glenfarclas 1953 Single Cask 58 Year Old

So few whiskies of this age are available these days, even Glenfarclas has no whisky remaining older than 1953. The whisky was distilled on 20th November 1953 and bottled on 13th February 2012, matured exclusively in a first fill sherry butt #1674.

A panel comprising of Serge Valentin, a whisky connoisseur and a key member of the internationally renowned Malt Maniacs, Ben Ellefsen, Sales Director for Master of Malt, Michał Kowalski of Wealth Solutions and George Grant himself, unanimously made the selection from the remaining 4 casks distilled in 1953 and cask #1674 was selected to be bottled.

This single cask bottling was released at 58 years old and sold exclusively through the Wealth Solutions, Poland.

5* rated by Whiskyfun.com (no numerical score as Serge Valentin assisted with selection).

Ardbeg 1815

One of the most talked about releases of 2015, the Ardbeg 1815 was bottled to commemorate the the 200th Anniversary of this legendary Islay distillery.

The whisky was distilled in 1974 and 1975 and aged for 33 years with a further 8 years spent marrying in glass containers for preservation.  

The 1974 spirit was matured in bourbon barrels while the 1975 distillate was kept in sherry casks.

As with all new Ardbeg's this bottle is beautifully presented in a simple black box.  

Only 400 of these bottles were released and this is an excellent opportunity to add one to your collection.

Glendronach 26 Year Old Trump International Scotland / Signed by President of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump

Political views aside, these bottlings have become incredibly sought after.  

This bottle is signed by the current President of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump. These bottles were randomly selected and signed over the last few year by Trump, explaining the slightly different variations.

This very rare single cask Glendronach was bottled to commemorate the launch of Trump International Golf Links, Scotland. 

Bottled on the 25th of June 2012 from single cask #1036.

Only 504 bottles were released, each bottle is numbered within the certificate/card inside the box, this is bottle number 59.

Glenmorangie 1981 Pride

Distilled in 1981 this was matured for 18 years prior to being moved to Sauternes Barriques from Chateau d’Yquem for an additional 10 years.

Presented in crafted presentation case and a Litre Baccarat decanter. 

This is Dr Bill Lumsden's Pride... a whisky master at the top of his game. 

One of only 700 bottles.

Please note due to the weight of this item it equates to two bottles for shipping.

Glendronach 26 Year Old Trump International Scotland / Signed by President of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump

Political views aside, these bottlings have become incredibly sought after.  

This bottle is signed by the current President of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump. These bottles were randomly selected and signed over the last few year by Trump, explaining the slightly different variations.

This very rare single cask Glendronach was bottled to commemorate the launch of Trump International Golf Links, Scotland. 

Bottled on the 25th of June 2012 from single cask #1036.

Only 504 bottles were released, each bottle is numbered within the certificate/card inside the box, this is bottle number 302.

Glendronach 26 Year Old Trump International Scotland / Signed by President of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump

Political views aside, these bottlings have become incredibly sought after.  

This bottle is signed by the current President of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump. These bottles were randomly selected and signed over the last few year by Trump, explaining the slightly different variations.

This very rare single cask Glendronach was bottled to commemorate the launch of Trump International Golf Links, Scotland. 

Bottled on the 25th of June 2012 from single cask #1036.

Only 504 bottles were released, each bottle is numbered within the certificate/card inside the box, this is bottle number 264.

Glenfiddich 40 Year Old 2002 Release

This Glenfiddich was released under their 'Rare Collection'.

Bottled 28th November 2002.

Bottle number 479 of 600.

Hirsh Reserve 1974 16 Year Old Bourbon / First Release

A legendary bottle of bourbon that has had a whole book written about it: \"The Best Bourbon You'll Never Taste\" by Charles K Cowdery

Distilled in 1974, this bourbon is bottled from a single 400 barrel batch commissioned by Adolph Hirsch and distilled under contract at Bomberger's distillery, just outside Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania (The home of Michter's whisky).

This is the first bottling, from 1991, produced and marketed by Julian Van Winkle III in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, referred to in inner circles as the 'blue wax'. Responsibility for the later bottle was undertaken by Buffalo Trace in Frankfort, Kentucky, due to the acquisition of Pappy Van Winkle by Sazerac.

In his book Cowdery refers to the bourbon as one of the \"best whiskeys I've ever tasted.\"

Mash bill contains 75% corn, 13% rye, and 12% malted barley.

Glenfarclas 40 Year Old Scottish Classic

The limited edition Scottish classic was touted “celebration of the third millennium”. The range of 600, individually numbered bottles commemorates three great Scottish literary heores. Sir Walter Scott, Robert Louis Stevenson and Robert “Rabbie” Burns are all honoured by art work produced by three different artists. Each bottle has an illustration of a scene from one of the authors’ magna opera, and there are 30 different variations.

This is bottle 265 and it depicts an image from \"Tam o' Shanter\" by Robert Burns.

A work of art in more than one way.

Glenfiddich 1994 Single Cask 20 Year Old / Sherry Oak / Includes Clay Stand

A new Taiwanese single cask Glenfiddich range distilled 30th March 1994 and bottled after 20 Years from Cask #7188

Bottle #25/72

This release was matured in Sherry Oak.

Comes with clay bottle stand.

Glenfarclas 1961 Glencairn Crystal Decanter

Distilled in 1961 and bottled in a Glencairn crystal decanter at the start of the 1990s. 

One of only 250 bottles. 

Glen Garioch 1975 Samaroli for Duthie / 30th Anniversary

A 1975 vintage Glen Garioch bottled by Samaroli to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Milanese Delicatessen 'Il Salumaio di Montenapoleone'

A great example of the older style, heavily peated, intense Glen Garioch bottled circa 1987.

Bottle No. 187

Glenfiddich 1994 Single Cask 20 Year Old / Sherry Oak / Includes Clay Stand

A new Taiwanese single cask Glenfiddich range distilled 25th July 1994 and bottled after 20 Years from Cask #06/3206-33

Bottle #46/60

This release was matured in Rum Oak.

Comes with clay bottle stand.

Glenlivet 1938 Sestante 50 Year Old

Italian bottler Sestante is known for having some legendary casks of Scotch from very early on, and this Glenlivet is no exeption.

This is an incredible 50 year old Glenlivet, distilled way back in 1938.

Glenfiddich 1994 Single Cask 20 Year Old / Bourbon Oak / Includes Clay Stand​

A new Taiwanese single cask Glenfiddich range distilled 9th June 1994 and bottled after 20 Years from Cask #14624

Bottle #45/95

This release was matured in Bourbon Oak.

Comes with clay bottle stand.

Hirsch Reserve 1974 16 Year Old Bourbon / 2003 Release

A legendary bottle of Bourbon that has had a whole book written about itself: \"The Best Bourbon You'll Never Taste\" by Charles K Cowdery

Distilled in Spring 1974, this bourbon is bottled from a single 400 barrel batch commissioned by Adolph Hirsch and distilled under contract at Bomberger's distillery, just outside Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania (The home of Michter's whisky).

This is the 2003 bottling, produced by Buffalo Trace in Frankfort, Kentucky, referred to in inner circles as 'gold foil'. Responsibility for the earlier bottle was undertake by Julian Van Winkle III, however Sazerac acquiring the Pappy Van Winkle brand in 2003 meant that this had to change.

In his book Cowdery refers to the bourbon as one of the \"best whiskeys I've ever tasted.\"

Mash bill contains 75% corn, 13% rye, and 12% malted barley.

Glen Moray 1959 Samaroli

Another exceptionally rare and highly sought after release from the legendary Italian bottler, Samaroli.

Distilled in 1959 by Glen Moray-Glenlivet Co. Elgin and bottled by R.W. Duthie and Co. Aberdeen in 1984. 

Matured in Sherry Hogshead Cask.

Please note condition of lot as shown, includding fill level. 

Glenfiddich 1972 Private Vintage 32 Year Old

A single cask bottling of 1972 vintage Glenfiddich.

Single cask 16032 was matured for 32 years.

Bottle number 208. 

Glenlivet 1940 Sestante 45 Year Old

Bottled by the Italian bottler Sestante, this is an incredible 45 year old Glenlivet, distilled way back in 1940.

Grand Cognac 1811 Fine Napoléon

An abosultely stunning old bottle of Cognac, carrying the vintage 1811, remarkably four years before Napoleon himself died.  

We unfortunately don't have alot of information for you on this remarkable cognac, it has survived for two centuries but unfortunately there is no record of the producer of this bottle.

1811 is described as a mythical year among wine enthusiasts, not only because of a comet which was visible by astronomers at the time for 17 months.  Many ascribed the extraordinary weather this year to the Comet, historically during the months of September and October 1811, when the grapes would have been harvested, the comet was clearly visible to the naked eye.  Apparently it illuminated the night sky at one point the diameter exceeded the diameter of the sun. It was taken as sign of supernatural blessing on the harvest, which henceforth was known as “The Comet Vintage” 

This is all historical heresay but this 1811 bottle does represent an amazing time in history.  It was not only the year that the town of Cognac received Napoleon, but also the year that his second wife, Marie Louise gave birth to his son. The following year, Napoleon began his disastrous campaign against Russia.

It is hard to believe that a cognac that was made in honour of Napoleon, while he was still alive still exists today.

We have attempted to provide authenticity of this bottle but the current owner has owned this for approximately 30 years, beyond that we do not have a record and the item is bought at your own risk.

Glenlochy 1967 Cadenhead's 20 Year Old

Glenlochy is incredibly thin on the ground these days and becoming rarer and rarer by the year.  

This iconic dumpy bottle was distilled in 1967 and bottled 20 years later by Cadenhead's in 1988.

Ardbeg 1975 Duthie for Corti 11 Year Old

Distilled in 1975 by Ardbeg Distillery Ltd and bottled in 1986 as an 11 Year Old.

Selected by Darrell Corti especially for Corti Borthers, Sacramento.

US Import.

Glendronach 1971 Single Cask 39 Year Old #489

Distilled on 25th of Febuary 1971 and bottled in June 2010, this was fully matured in cask number 489 which was a Oloroso Sherry butt.

Bottle number 131 of 541 bottles.

Note condition of lot, in particular the seal and the ink stamps.

Glenlochy 1969 Rare Malt 26 Year Old 75cl / 58.8% B297

A very rare bottling of Glenlochy from within the Rare Malts Selection. One of the harder bottles from the series to find.

Distilled in 1969 and bottled as a 26 year old, this is bottle number 0371.

The Rare Malt Selection is a historic selection of single malt whiskies from operational and lost distilleries that were released by Diageo between 1995 and 2005.

South African Export

Glenlochy 1969 Rare Malt 26 Year Old / 58.8% B297

A very rare bottling of Glenlochy from within the Rare Malts Selection and one of the rare bottles from the series.

The Rare Malt Selection is a historic selection of single malt whiskies from operational and lost distilleries that were released by Diageo between 1995 and 2005.

Distilled in 1969 and bottled as a 26 year old,this is bottle number 0,445.

Please note there is no box. 

Glenmorangie 30 Year Old Oloroso Finish

A highly sought after limited edition 30 year old Glenmorangie, in a wonderfully classy wooden box.

Finished in Oloroso sherry casks, releasing only 4,548 bottles.

This is bottle number 2799.

Glenlivet 1940 Sestante 45 Year Old

Bottled by the Italian bottler Sestante, this is an incredible 45 year old Glenlivet, distilled way back in 1940.

Glenlivet 1951 Gordon and MacPhail

Distilled in 1951 and bottled in 1995 this is a very old Glen Grant bottled by Gordon and MacPhail under the iconic George and J.G Smiths Label.

Ardbeg Lord of the Isles 25 Year Old

The Ardbeg, Lord of the Isles 25 year old is a highly sought after and iconic Ardbeg, released between 2002 and 2007.

Named after the 'Lord of the Isles' who ruled the Western Isles and parts of Argyll between the 12th and 15th Centuries.

Glen Grant 1949 Sestante 33 Year Old​

Bottled by the Italian bottler Sestante, this is an incredible looking 33 year old Glen Grant, distilled way back in 1949.

Glengoyne 1972 Malts Of Scotland 

Distilled in 1972 and matured in a single cask until being bottled in 2015 by Single Malts of Scotland. 

Bottle number 32 of 254.