The title for the world’s most expensive whisky bottle has been claimed by a Macallan 1926, fetching an astonishing $2.7 million (about Rs 22 crore) at a Sotheby’s auction. This sale not only secured a new benchmark for whisky but also established a record for the highest-priced bottle of spirit or wine ever sold at an auction.
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- What Was The Auction For?
- Where Was The Auction Held?
- Why Is The Whisky So Rare?
- How Did The Auction Surprise Spectators?
What Was The Auction For?
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During an intense bidding war, a rare 1926 Macallan single-malt whisky, adorned with the Valerio Adami label, fetched a staggering $2.7 million (roughly Rs 22 crore) at the Sotheby’s auction. Considered by experts as the pinnacle of sought-after whiskies worldwide, it marked a significant milestone in the realm of spirits.
Where Was The Auction Held?
The recent auction was held by Sotheby’s in London, the extraordinary sale that made waves in the history books.
Why Is The Whisky So Rare?
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This rare whisky is part of a distinguished collection comprising 40 bottles, all distilled in 1926 and bottled in 1986, having matured for an impressive 60 years in barrels. What sets it apart are the labels adorned by Italian artist Valerio Adami.
Among these bottles, 14 boast renowned Fine and Rare labels, while 2 remain devoid of labels, and a single bottle was hand-painted by Irish artist Michael Dillon, making each one an extraordinary and distinctive piece of art.
How Did The Auction Surprise Spectators?
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Initially estimated to fetch between $934,275 (about Rs 7 crore) and $1.49 million (about Rs 12 crore), the rare Adami-labeled bottle exceeded all predictions at the Sotheby’s auction.
Surpassing double its estimated value, this exceptional spirit not only boasts extreme rarity but also holds the distinction of being the oldest Macallan whiskey ever produced, further adding to its prestige and allure.
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