January 2018 Auction

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old

From the Van Winkle range this is the entry level edition. Absolutely stonking!

As popular and impressive as the older members of this legendary family of whiskies.

Serial # B1618319:324

Hillside / Glenesk 1970 Rare Malt 25 Year Old 20cl / 61.9%

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.

Released within the Rare Malt Selection. Distilled in 1970 and bottled as a 25 year old at 61.1%. This is from the Glenesk distillery which was also known as Hillside, located in the north east Highlands the distillery closed in 1985 and then officially dismantled in 1996.

Highland Park 1986 Cadenhead's 30 Year Old

An independently bottled Highland Park distilled in 1986 and bottled 30 years later in 2016 by Cadenhead's.

One of 174 bottles 

Octomore Orpheus 2.2 

Similar to the Comus, the Orpheus release was peated to the same degree as its counter-part Octomore 2.1, at 140ppm.  The Orpheus was finished using Château Pétrus Bordeaux casks, recognised as one of the world’s top vineyards.  Matured for only 5 years this alongside the Comus have proven to be quite desirable bottlings.

This is bottle 989 of 15,000.

Please note condition of lot a shown, tin dents.

Old Forester 2005 Birthday Bourbon 12 Year Old​ 

Released on 2nd September annually to mark the birthday of the distilleries founder George Garvin Brown.  

This Old Forester Birthday Bourbon is a 12 year old vintage-dated expression, barreled in 2005 and bottled in 2017.

Highland Park 1989 Artist Collection 25 Year Old

A release from La Maison Du Whisky's Artist range. 

Distilled on 1989 and bottled in 2016 from single hogshead #10526.

One of only 240 bottles. 

Highland Park One In a Million 12 Year Old

Bottled to celebrate the one millionth bottle of this Orkney distillery's core expression.

Only 800 bottles were created and giving to staff at Christmas in 2007.

Hakushu 1981 \"Kioke Shikomi\" Pure Malt 

There is a great deal of debate as to whether or not this is a single malt, Suntory were renowned for using the term \"Pure Malt\" for both single malts and blended malts and a high number of bloggers have stated that this is 100% Hakushu. 

The translation of ‘Kioke Shikomi’ seems strange because although it means “matured in a wooden tub”, 'kioke’ normally refers to a tub used for making sake.

Highland Park One in a Million 12 Year Old

Bottle to celebrate the one millionth bottle of Highland Park 12 year old sold.

Only 800 bottles were created and giving to staff at Christmas in 2007.

Hakushu 1981 \"Kioke Shikomi\" Pure Malt 

There is a great deal of debate as to whether or not this is a single malt, Suntory were renowned for using the term \"Pure Malt\" for both single malts and blended malts and a high number of bloggers have stated that this is 100% Hakushu. 

The translation of ‘Kioke Shikomi’ seems strange because although it means “matured in a wooden tub”, 'kioke’ normally refers to a tub used for making sake.

Hibiki / Suntory Whisky 1990s 

A Suntory blend that is an early version of Hibiki but is presented in a precursor to what would become the signature style.

This was bottled around 1990 to commemorate Suntory's 90th Anniversary. Alongside the 17 year old released in 1989 these are the first of the Hibiki. 

Hibiki / Suntory Whisky 1990s 

A Suntory blend that is an early version of Hibiki but is presented in a precursor to what would become the signature style.

This was bottled around 1990 to commemorate Suntory's 90th Anniversary. Alongside the 17 year old released in 1989 these are the first of the Hibiki. 

Old Pulteney WK499 Isabella Fortuna First Release 1 Litre

Replacing the WK209 'Good Hope' Edition, the Isabella Fortuna is the second in this travel retail series, This is the first release bottled at cask strength 52.0%, whereas later bottlings were at 46%.

Named after the last remaining 'drifter' boat in Wick Harbour, the Isabella Fortuna, this limited release of approximately 18,000 bottles is from casks selected by Stuart Harvey, Master Blender at Inver House Distillers Ltd. 

1 Litre

Highland Park Hjarta

Released to the Scandinavian market, this 12 year old Highland Park was limited to a mere 3,924 bottles.

Highland Park Hjarta

Released to the Scandinavian market, this 12 year old Highland Park was limited to a mere 3,924 bottles.

Highland Park Hobbister

The first release of Highland Park's Keystone Series, a special collection marking the distillery's five Keystones of production.

Hobbister is a reference to Highland Park's peat moor, and if you have been lucky enough to try this very limited release bottling you'll appreciate why this land is so key this Whisky's impressive taste.

Hakushu 18 Year Old

Suntory's other excellent distillery which is often over-looked in favour of Yamazaki.

Highland Park Valhalla Plinth

Display your entire Vahalla collection on this attractive plinth.

Highland Park Quercus

Quercus is the third release in Highland Park's 'The Keystones Series' which explores and celebrates the five traditional keystones of production that have remained unchanged for 220 years.

It is named after the species of oak used by the distillery to make their casks, which are sent to Jerez to mature sherry for around 2 years before returning to Orkney.

One of only 1200 bottles.

Highland Park Odin 16 Year Old

The last in Highland Park's Valhalla series released in 2015 which also comprises of the Thor, Loki and Freya released one per year over the last three years.

This 16 year old Highland Park is a limited edition of 17,000 bottles.

Hakushu 18 Year Old

Suntory's other excellent distillery which is often over-looked in favour of Yamazaki.

Highland Park Quercus

Quercus is the third release in Highland Park's 'The Keystones Series' which explores and celebrates the five traditional keystones of production that have remained unchanged for 220 years.

It is named after the species of oak used by the distillery to make their casks, which are sent to Jerez to mature sherry for around 2 years before returning to Orkney.

One of only 1200 bottles.

Highland Park 18 Year Old 1990s

Perhaps the most iconic and popular bottle in Highland Park's range, this time presented in their discontinued livery.

Hibiki / Suntory Whisky 1990s 

A Suntory blend that is an early version of Hibiki but is presented in a precursor to what would become the signature style.

This was bottled around 1990 to commemorate Suntory's 90th Anniversary. Alongside the 17 year old released in 1989 these are the first of the Hibiki. 

Hampden 1992 Silver Seal 23 Year Old Jamaican Rum

This rum is is distilled in Jamaica at Hampden Distillery, one of their oldest distilleries, and bottled by the esteemed Silver Seal company. Jamaican rum are known for producing the heaviest, strongest and most ester-containing rums on the market.

One of only 248 bottled for Whisky Antique in support of the Rock No War charity who work in Africa.

Hibiki 17 Year Old

An early version of this well-aged, popular, and stunning blend produced by Suntory.  

Old Crow Kentucky Straight Bourbon 1960s / Sposetti Import​

A 1960's bottling of Old Crow Kentucky Bourbon. 

Old Crow is was one of Kentucky's earliest bourbons, founded in the 1830s by Scottish immigrant James C. Crow. 

Sposetti import for the Italian market.

Hennessy XO Cognac

Hennessy was founded in 1765 by Irishman Richard Hennessy, Captain in the French Army. It took Hennessy just a few years to dominate the market and actually they have never lost their leading position since. 

Hennessy house the most impressive collection of vintage Cognac's within their cellar. This is their XO release. 

Hakushu Bourbon Barrel

Produced at Hakushu distillery, Suntory have released this lightly peated malt matured in first fill bourbon barrels.   

Hibiki 17 Year Old

A well aged, popular, and stunning blend produced by Suntory.  

Hennessy XO Cognac

Hennessy was founded in 1765 by Irishman Richard Hennessy, Captain in the French Army. It took Hennessy just a few years to dominate the market and actually they have never lost their leading position since. 

Hennessy house the most impressive collection of vintage Cognac's within their cellar. This is their XO release. 

Old Pulteney 21 Year Old

This whisky was awarded 'Best Whisky in the World' by Jim Murray, that's some very high praise!

Now discontinued so grab it whilst you can.