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Started
06 October 2017
Closed
16 October 2017
1 - 13 of 13 Lots
1990
54.4%
75cl
One of ≤25 Bottles
One of ≤25 Bottles
UK
1990
54.4%
75cl

Ardbeg 1965 Cadenhead's 24 Year Old / Andy and Norman - One of 20 Bottles!

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 Ardbeg was distilled in 1965 and bottled by Cadenhead's for the legendary Italian Importer Sestante - labelled to commemorate the comedic act Andy and Norman.

One of only 20 bottles produced!

Please note condition of this lot.

46%
75cl
UK
46%
75cl

Laphroaig 1967 Cadenhead's 13 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 Laphroaig was distilled in May 1967 and bottled in November 1980.

Please note condition of this lot.

1990
54.4%
75cl
UK
1990
54.4%
75cl

Ardbeg 1965 Cadenhead's 24 Year Old / Sestante

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 Ardbeg was distilled in 1965 and bottled by Cadenhead's exclusively for the legendary Italian importer Sestante.

Please note condition of this lot.

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46%
75cl
UK
46%
75cl

Ladyburn 1966 Cadenhead's 20 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 Ladyburn was distilled in November 1966 and bottled in November 1987.

Please note condition of this lot.

1970s
80 proof
26 2/3 fl oz
UK
#83448

Ardbeg 17 Year Old

1970s
80 proof
26 2/3 fl oz

Ardbeg 17 Year Old Cadenhead's

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. 

A very rare Ardbeg bottled at 17 years by WM. Cadenhead when they were based in Aberdeen. This bottle was likely distilled in the mid-early 1960s and is an Italian Import.

Please note condition of this lot and in particular the box, which has a terrible spelling of Ardbeg.

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1978
80 proof
26 2/3 fl oz
UK
1978
80 proof
26 2/3 fl oz

Ardbeg 1965 Cadenhead's 13 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 Ardbeg was distilled in April 1965 and bottled in July 1978

Please note condition of this lot.

1970s
80 proof
26 2/3 fl oz
UK
#83429

Ardbeg 17 Year Old

1970s
80 proof
26 2/3 fl oz

Ardbeg 17 Year Old Cadenhead's

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 Ardbeg was bottled at 17 years of age by Cadenhead's whilst they were based in Aberdeen

Please note condition of this lot.

 

1990
46%
75cl
UK
1990
46%
75cl

Ardbeg 1975 Cadenhead's 15 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 Ardbeg was distilled in March 1975 and bottled in November 1990.

Please note condition of this lot.

1970s
80 proof
26 2/3 fl oz
UK
#83351

Ardbeg 17 Year Old

1970s
80 proof
26 2/3 fl oz

Ardbeg 17 Year Old Cadenhead's

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. 

A very rare Ardbeg bottled at 17 years by WM. Cadenhead when they were based in Aberdeen. This bottle was likely distilled in the mid-early 1960s and is an Italian Import.

Please note condition of this lot.

1970s
80 proof
26 2/3 fl oz
UK
#83434

Ardbeg 17 Year Old

1970s
80 proof
26 2/3 fl oz

Ardbeg 17 Year Old Cadenhead's

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 Ardbeg was bottled at 17 years of age by Cadenhead's whilst they were based in Aberdeen.

Please note condition of this lot.

 

80 Proof
26 2/3 Fl Oz
UK
80 Proof
26 2/3 Fl Oz

Linkwood - Glenlivet 1956 Cadenhead's 22 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 Linkwood was distilled in May 1956 and bottled in April 1979.

Please note condition of this lot.

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46%
75cl
UK
46%
75cl

Ladyburn 1966 Cadenehad's 14 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 Ladyburn was distilled in November 1966 and bottled in December 1980.

Ladyburn only existed for 9 years between 1966 and 1975, this lucky bottle was distilled in November 1966 in the first year of operation, it was later bottled in December 1980 by Cadenhead's. 

Please note condition of this lot.

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1979
80 proof
26 2/3 fl oz
UK
1979
80 proof
26 2/3 fl oz

Ardbeg 1963 Cadenhead's 15 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 Ardbeg was distilled in December 1963 and bottled in April 1979.

Please note condition of this lot.

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