January 2018 Auction

Clynelish 1965 Duthie for Corti 21 Year Old 75cl / US Import​

An independently bottled Clynelish imported by R.W. Duthie which has become a very rare Clynelish indeed.

A real gem for any Clynelish enthusiast, produced at the original Clynelish distillery, which has now become recognised as Brora.

Bottled in 1986

Clynelish 1965 Duthie for Corti 21 Year Old 75cl / US Import​

An independently bottled Clynelish imported by R.W. Duthie which has become a very rare Clynelish indeed.

A real gem for any Clynelish enthusiast, produced at the original Clynelish distillery, which has now become recognised as Brora.

Bottled in 1986

Longmorn 1964 Duthie for Samaroli​

A fantastic circa 19 year old whisky, distilled in 1964.

Bottled in 1983 by R.W Duthie & Co of Aberdeen, exclusively for legendary Italian importers Samaroli. 

Longmorn 1974 Duthie for Samaroli Cask Strength Sherrywood

A legendary independent bottling of heavily sherried Longmorn, distilled in 1974 and bottled for Silvano Samaroli by R.W. Duthie in 1985 at cask strength / 60.8%.

This particular bottling was rated very good by Serge Valentin who scored it an impressive 92 points!

Bottle number 584 of only 600 bottles.

Laphroaig 10 Year Old 1970s

An older Italian Import bottling of Laphroaig 10 Year Old, bottled in the 1970's.

Laphroaig 10 Year Old 1970s / 3 x 26.4 Fl Oz​

Classic Laphroaig from the late 1970s when both imperial and metric measurements were used. 

Please note there will be a shipping charge for 3 bottles.

Longrow 1987 Samaroli 'Dreams'​

A 1987 vintage Longrow for the Italian market.

Bottled 1999 

Bottle #250

Caol Ila 1967 Duthie for Corti 75cl / US Import​

Distilled in 1967 at Caol Ila and bottled in 1983 by R.W Duthie & Co of Aberdeen, this was for the Corti Brothers of Sacramento. 

Lagavulin 1991 200th Anniversary 25 Year Old Single Cask

A very special release of Lagavulin distilled in 1991 and bottled at natural cask strength in 2016 to celebrate the 200th anniversary of this famous Islay distillery.

Only 522 bottles were released by owners, Diageo, with all of the proceeds from the initial sales being donated to 7 Islay charities by way of thanks to the people of the island.

The whisky was initially over-subscribed by interested buyers and so offered for sale after random ballots drawn.

This is bottle No. 504/522

Longrow 1974 Bond Reserve

Longrow, peated spirit was first produced at Springbank during the early 1970s. 

This is bottle number 94 of this limited 1974 vintage Bond Reserve release. 

Longrow 1974 Bond Reserve

Longrowpeated spirit was first produced at Springbank during the early 1970's. 

This is bottle number 10 of this limited 1974 vintage Bond Reserve release. 

Caol Ila 1977 Rare Malt 20 Year Old 75cl / 61.30%

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.

This Caol Ila was distilled in 1977 and bottled in the October 1998 release, again at a high abv of 61.30%. This is a particularly rare, Rare Malt.

Bottle number 0668.

Lagavulin 1976 37 Year Old

A very well aged Lagavulin, released in late 2013 as part of Diageo's annual 'super premium' releases.

Distilled in 1976 and matured in refill American oak and European oak casks, yielding 1,868 bottles.

Bottle number 616.

Clynelish 12 Year Old Ainslie and Heilbron Full Proof 1973 Rotation / Edward & Edward Import​

Distilled in the early 1970s at Brora, this legendary Clynelish was imported by Whiskyteca Edward & Edward in Italy in the 1980's. Bottled at 56.8%.

This particular bottling was rated a very good 93 points from Serge Valentin on Whiskyfun.com

Caroni 1974 Full Proof 34 Year Old Heavy Trinidad Rum​

Distilled at Caroni in 1974 and matured at their distillery until 2008.

Clynelish 12 Year Old Ainslie and Heilbron 1970s

A stunning example of Clynelish bottled by Ainslie and Heilbron, now considered to be quite legendary as bottlings of this was likely produced at the old Clynelish distillery, now more commonly known as Brora.   

This bottling comes in the form of 70 proof and a quantity of 26 2/3 fl oz.

Longmorn 1964 Duthie for Corti 21 Year Old 75cl / US Import​

A fantastic 21 year old whisky, distilled in 1964.

Bottled in 1986 by R.W Duthie & Co of Aberdeen, this was for the Corti Brothers of Sacramento. 

Lagavulin 1985 21 Year Old 2007 Release

A truly legendary Lagavulin released in 2007 within Diageo's Super Premium selection.

Distilled in 1985 and bottled as a 21 year old at cask strength, this is incredibly highly acclaimed. A must for any Lagavulin collector or drinker - if you haven't tasted this, you should!  

Bottle no. 2869.

Linkwood 1939 Gordon and MacPhail 37 Year Old/ Pinerolo​ Import

This Linkwood was distilled in 1939 and bottled as a 37 year old by Gordon and MacPhail using their Connoisseur's Choice branding in the 1970s.

Bottle number 1727.

Pinerolo Italian Import. This particular bottling scored 89 points when reviewed by Serge Valentin for Whiskyfun.com!

Laphroaig 30 Year Old 75cl

Presented in this wooden box, Laphroaig 30 year old was originally released in 2000.

75cl.

Compass Box Lady Luck

A blended malt from the boutique blenders Compass Box containing Caol Ila and Imperial aged in American White Oak Hogshead.

Limited to 754 bottles and released in September 2009.

This is a fantastically tasty whisky, a great favourite here at Whisky Auctioneer!

Laphroaig 30 Year Old 75cl

Presented in this wooden box, Laphroaig 30 year old was originally released in 2000.

75cl.

Clynelish 1971 Signatory Vintage 28 Year Old

Bottled by Signatory, this Clynelish was distilled in on the 4th of March 1971 and bottled in July 1999

Casl #2707.

Bottle number 114 of only 285 bottles produced.

Convalmore-Glenlivet 1962 Cadenhead's 16 Year Old

As Scotland’s oldest independent bottler, Cadenhead’s have long been known for releasing stunning whiskies but none more so than those from their famous ‘dumpy’ series, which features some incredible 1950s and 60s vintages. Whisky from this bygone era of production have become increasingly elusive in recent years, making them exceptionally desirable. 

This Convalmore was distilled in November 1962 and bottled in June 1979

Lagavulin 12 Year Old White Horse 1970s

A rare bottle of Lagavulin 12 year old bottled by White Horse distillers from the late 1970s, carrying the royal warrant to her Majesty the Queen.

'Specially Selected Lagavulin Pure Islay Malt Scotch Whisky White Horse Distillers Ltd'

Montenegro S.P.A. import for the Italian market.

Laphroaig Dr Jekyll's PX Sherry Cask

An incredibly rare official single cask bottling of Laphroaig.

Fully matured in single Pedro Ximenez Sherry Hogshead stored in warehouse 9 for over 7 years before being bottled in 2012.

\"Dr Jekyll's Expression of Laphroaig\". Bottled exclusively for Dr Jekyll's pub in Oslo, Norway.

Chichibu 2009 Single Cask #2369 / Warrior Series No. 1

An exciting new release from Ichiro Akuto's Chichibu. 

Distilled in 2009 and aged in French white wine cask #2369 until 2017.

This is the first in what looks to be an eagerly anticipated range of Whiskies.

Laphroaig 32 Year Old

One of several Laphroaig's released to commemorate their 200th anniversary, 1815 to 2015.

This is one of the oldest ever from Laphroaig, matured for 32 years in ex-Oloroso sherry casks this was incredibly popular at retail selling out almost immediately.

Only 5,880 bottles were produced.

Clynelish 1972 Gordon and MacPhail / Rare Old

An exceptionally sought after release of Clynelish. 

Distilled in 1972 and bottled in 2016 after 43-44 years of aging, this is one of the oldest Clynelish to be released.

Lot no. RO/16/07.

High Spirits import for the Italian market.

Clynelish 1972 Gordon and MacPhail / Rare Old

An exceptionally sought after release of Clynelish. 

Distilled in 1972 and bottled in 2016 after 43-44 years of aging, this is one of the oldest Clynelish to be released.

Lot no. RO/16/07.

High Spirits import for the Italian market.

Longrow 1987 Samaroli Single Cask

A 1987 vintage Longrow for the Italian market.

Bottled in 2005 by Samaroli.

Cask #113, bottle no. 222 of 312.

Lagavulin 25 Year Old Bicentenary 2016

Released in 2016 as part of Diageo's Super Premium malts.  This sherry cask matured, 25 year old Lagavulin is a celebration of the distillery's bicentenary anniversary. 

Bottle number 2938 of 8000.