Vintage & Rare Whisky

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Port Ellen (Closed)

Age: 25 Years (distilled in 1978, bottled in 2004)

ABV: 56.2%

Cask: Unknown

Size: 700 ml

Port Ellen’s Annual Releases series comprises 17 highly collectible single malts from the silent Islay distillery, released by Diageo within their Special Releases from 2001 to 2017. The fourth release, distilled in 1978 and matured for 25 years, draws from post-closure warehouse stocks after the distillery shuttered in 1983; it was bottled cask-strength in 2004 at 56.2% ABV, with just 5,100 bottles produced. These editions remain highly sought-after among collectors.

Kindly note the level of the Whisky and Box. Sold in "As Is" Condition.

Rated 91+ over 150 ratings on Whisky Base

Region: Islay, Scotland

Distillery: Port Ellen (Closed)

Age: 21 Years

ABV: 40%

Cask: Unknown

Size: 1500 ml

Closed in 1983, Port Ellen has since become a highly collectible whisky and one with a great fan following. Distilled in 1982 (just prior to be closed), this is a rare magnum (1.5 litre) release by Silver Seal bottled in 2004. Only 60 such bottles were released.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Shinshu Mars

Age: 20 Years

ABV: 58% 

Cask: American White Oak Cask

Size: 720 ml

A vintage single malt single cask bottling distilled in 04.1989 and aged for 20 years in American White Oak Cask #618 before being bottled in 12.2009. As many Shinshu Mars Whisky enthusiasts would suggest the American White Oak maturation works very well for the distillery and this bottling is a unique Single Cask at a high ABV of 58%. We understand that only 378 bottles are supposed to have been released.

No box is available. Please also note the level of the Whisky. Seal and bottling are in good condition with some stains on the back label. Sold in "As Is" condition.

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Mortlach

Age: NAS

ABV: 40%

Cask: Various

Size: 750 ml

This Speyside single malt from Mortlach distillery was specially bottled by Gordon & MacPhail to commemorate the Royal Marriage of H.R.H Prince Andrew and Miss Sarah Ferguson on 23rd July 1986. A marriage of whiskies distilled in the year of 1959 and 1960 representing the birth year of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson this was released in 1986.

This is one of Royal Marriage Series (Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson) 6 special bottlings. Please note the condition of the bottle, fill level and the box. Additional images available on request. Sold in "as is" condition. 

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Macallan

Age: 25 Years Old 

ABV: 43%

Cask: Sherry cask

Size: 750 ml

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Strathisla

Age: NAS

ABV: 40%

Cask: Various

Size: 750 ml

This Speyside single malt from Strathisla distillery is specially bottled by Gordon & MacPhail to commemorate the Royal Marriage of H.R.H Charles, the Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer on 29th July 1981. This bottling released in 1981 includes whisky distilled in the year of 1948 and 1961 representing the birth year of Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer.  Rated 90+ on Whiskybase across 60+ votes.

This is one of the 6 special bottlings released to celebrate the Royal Marriage of Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer. Please note the condition of the bottle, fill level and the box. Additional images available on request. Sold in "as is" condition. 

Region: Islay, Scotland

Distillery: Bruichladdich

Age: 15 Years Old

ABV: 43%

Cask: Oak Casks

Size: 750 ml

This rare and vintage Islay single malt was distilled at Bruichladdich Distillery, matured for 15 years in oak casks and specially bottled for the Italian market, which was then imported by Filli Rinaldi in 1981. Only 900 bottles were released.

No box available for this product. Please also note the level of the whisky is into the low shoulder of the bottle.

Region: Islay, Scotland

Distillery: Bunnahabhain

Age: 12 Years Old

ABV: 43%

Cask: Unknown

Size: 700 ml

A 1980-90s bottling from Bunnahabhain capturing the older light peat with rich and oily notes style from this distillery. A lighter, milder and delicate Islay Whisky.

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Glenfarclas

Age: 40 Years Old

ABV: 43.7%

Cask: Sherry

Size: 700 ml

Released by the family owned Glenfarclas Distillery, this Collector Series comprise, six extremely exclusive Whiskies, each representing one of six generations of the Grant Family which has continued to own the Distillery. This bottling is the sixth one of the series and comes in a black box adorned with a metal coin featuring the portrait of George S Grant. Distilled in 1976 (the birth year of George S Grant) and bottled on 19th May 2016. 

This bottle has been signed by George Grant, the sixth generation of the Grant Family who has been at the helm of Glenfarclas since 2000. 

Only 1500 bottles were released. Rated 92+ on Whisky base (by over 25 reviewers).

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Port Ellen (Closed)

Age: 22 Years

ABV: 56.2%

Cask: Unknown

Size: 700 ml

Closed in 1983, Port Ellen has since become a highly collectible whisky and one with a great fan following. This is the official first annual release in 2001 by Diageo (who happen to own the remaining stock) with 6000 bottles being released.

Rated 92+ on Whiskybase across 200+votes. Needless to say, a highly collectible item. This bottle does not have a box available. Rated 5 Stars 93 Points on Whisky Fun.

Please note the level of the Whisky is into the shoulder. Sold in "As Is" Condition.

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Imperial (Demolished)

Age: 18 Years Old

ABV: 53.4% (Cask Strength)

Cask: Bourbon

Size: 700 ml

Imperial's history has been dogged by periods of closure and changed ownership several times, until it was finally demolished in 2013. Usually very difficult to find and has somewhat of a fan following of its floral, cream soda, gentle style of spirit.

This bottling by Independent Bottler Signatory Vintage is part of their Cask Strength Collection. Distilled in August 1995 and matured in a Hogshead #50142 for 18 years, it was bottled in January 2014. Only 293 bottles were released.

Nose: Citrus, minerals, almost alkaline balanced with some sweetness. Overall, the nose is quite elegant Palate: Citrus fruits, lemony sweetness with earthiness Finish: The citrus fruits remain with some oak and a warming finish which stays for quite some time. 

Region: Campbeltown (Scotland)

Distillery: Glen Scotia

Age: 12 Years Old

ABV: 43%

Cask: Unknown

Size: 700 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Yamazaki & Hakushu & Chita

Age: N/A

ABV: 43%

Cask: Various

Size: 750 ml

A 1990s bottled Hibiki, Plastic Gold Cap Bottling Serie. Bottled at 750ml. A rare find bottle.

Please note the FILL LEVEL OF THE BOTTLE. The box has stains and is likely to have wear and tear. Sold in "As Is" Condition.

Region: Islay, Scotland

Distillery: Ardbeg

Age: 25 Years Old

ABV: 46%

Cask: Unknown

Size: 700 ml

Region: Islands (Scotland)

Distillery: Highland Park

Age: 1978 - 2011 (About 33 Years)

ABV: 47.8%

Size: 700 ml

This 1978 Vintage Collection from the Highland Park Distillery was originally crafted exclusively for Global Travel Retail and bottled in 2011. Nose: Cedar wood, spicy cinnamon bark and camphor. Cloudy honey with hints of ripe melon and lemon peel. Palate: Rich and spicy. Sweet marinated stem ginger, toasted wood, and hints of jasmine. Finish: Long sweet with lingering spiciness. (Producer Tasting Notes). This bottling is a homage to the Vikings' love of travel presented in a beautiful oak box, with the image of an ornate dragon's head and which catpures the spirit of Viking craftsmanship.

Rated 90+ on Whiskybase over 110+ votes.

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Port Ellen (Closed)

Age: 25 Years

ABV: 46%

Cask: Sherry

Size: 700 ml

Distilled in the Winter of 1983 (most likely in the first few months of 1983 before the Port Ellen Distillery closed permanently in May 1983) at Port Ellen and matured in a Sherry Butt for 25 Years, this rare single malt was bottled by Douglas McGibbon & Co in Autumn in 2008. "On the nose, this Port Ellen is oceanic with seaweed, iodine and a character of fresh leather. The palate opens with rich smoke and creasote and develops sweetness with burnt caramel. The finish remains sweet with bonfire ashes and cloves" - Bottler Tasting Notes.