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28/10/2026

LOT ID: 0726-659
A rare 2000 vintage Hanyu, bottled in 2010 as the Four of Spades for Ichiro’s Malt Card Series. Drawn from single cask #60, this Japanese single malt was initially aged in a hogshead before being transferred to a Japanese Mizunara oak puncheon for a second period of maturation. Bottled at 58.6%, the release was limited to just 570 bottles.

Hanyu Distillery was established in 1941 by the Akuto family in Saitama Prefecture, although its wh**ky-making history dates back to the 1980s. Production ceased in 2000, and the distillery was subsequently dismantled. Ichiro Akuto, grandson of the founder, rescued approximately 400 casks of remaining wh**ky, which would eventually form the basis of the celebrated Ichiro’s Malt Card Series.

Released gradually between 2005 and 2014, the Card Series comprised 54 different bottlings, each representing a playing card in a complete deck, including two jokers. The series became one of the most recognisable collections in Japanese wh**ky, with individual releases now highly sought after by collectors around the world.

The Four of Spades is particularly interesting for its secondary maturation in Mizunara, a Japanese oak prized for the distinctive aromatic character it can impart to wh**ky. Its use adds another dimension to this rare surviving Hanyu single malt, distilled during the distillery's final year of production.

An increasingly scarce example from one of Japanese wh**ky's most celebrated collections, combining the history of the lost Hanyu Distillery with the distinctive influence of Japanese oak.

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28/10/2026

LOT ID: 0726-658
A 2000 vintage Hanyu, bottled in 2010 as part of Ichiro's Malt Card Series, one of the most celebrated collections of Japanese single malt wh**ky. Distilled at the now-closed Hanyu Distillery, this 10 year old single cask release was initially aged in a hogshead before being transferred to a port pipe for a second period of ageing. Drawn from cask #465, the Three of Hearts was bottled at a natural cask strength of 61.2%, with an outturn of 807 bottles.

Hanyu Distillery was established in 1941 by the Akuto family in Saitama Prefecture, although the family's involvement in sake production dates back to the 17th century. Wh**ky production continued until 2000, when financial difficulties led to the distillery's closure. Its remaining stocks were subsequently acquired by Ichiro Akuto, the grandson of the distillery's founder, who went on to establish Chichibu Distillery and become one of the most influential figures in modern Japanese wh**ky.

The Ichiro's Malt Card Series was created to showcase these surviving casks of Hanyu wh**ky, with each release featuring a different playing card. The collection eventually comprised 54 bottlings, representing a complete deck of 52 cards alongside two jokers. Released over several years, the series attracted international attention and played an important role in establishing Hanyu's reputation among collectors.

The Three of Hearts is particularly interesting for its combination of hogshead and port pipe ageing, offering a different interpretation of Hanyu's character from the more commonly encountered bourbon and sherry cask releases. Distilled during the distillery's final year of production, it also represents one of the last vintages produced before Hanyu fell silent.

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28/10/2026

LOT ID: 0726-761
A 1990s bottling of Springbank 25 Year Old, produced at the historic Campbeltown distillery. This older release was bottled at 46% and is a particularly desirable example of Springbank's long-aged, sherry-influenced single malt wh**ky from an era when such bottlings were considerably more accessible than they are today.

Springbank is one of Scotland's most traditional distilleries, established in 1828 and still owned by the Mitchell family. Unlike most Scotch wh**ky producers, Springbank carries out the entire wh**ky-making process on site, including floor malting, distillation, maturation and bottling. Its distinctive two-and-a-half-times distillation process produces a characterful spirit known for its combination of oily texture, coastal salinity, gentle peat smoke and rich fruit flavours.

Springbank's older bottlings from the 1990s have developed a particularly strong following among wh**ky fans. Many contain spirit distilled during the 1960s and 1970s, a period now regarded as one of the most interesting in the distillery's history. Long ageing in sherry casks can bring remarkable depth to Springbank's naturally robust character, with notes of dried fruits, dark chocolate, polished oak, leather and warming spice complementing the distillery's characteristic maritime qualities.

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28/10/2026

LOT ID: 0726-711
A superb old bottling of Laphroaig 10 Year Old, dating from the late 1970s and bottled at 43% in a 75cl bottle. This early presentation carries the distinctive ‘Unblended Islay Malt Scotch Wh**ky’ wording, along with the traditional 75 Proof and 26.4 fl oz measurements, characteristic of British bottlings from this period.

Laphroaig from the 1970s has developed an exceptional reputation among wh**ky enthusiasts, with many regarding these older bottlings of the 10 Year Old as some of the finest examples ever produced. During this era, the distillery was still operating its own floor maltings alongside malt sourced from elsewhere, producing a wonderfully distinctive spirit renowned for its powerful medicinal peat smoke, coastal character and remarkable depth of flavour.

What makes these early bottlings particularly interesting is the balance between Laphroaig's unmistakable smoky character and the abundant tropical fruit notes frequently associated with its older distillate. Expect layers of iodine, seaweed, tar and earthy peat smoke, accompanied by exotic fruits, citrus, honey and a lingering maritime finish. The complexity found in these historic releases is particularly impressive for a wh**ky originally sold as the distillery's standard 10 Year Old.

An increasingly scarce example of old-style Laphroaig, bottled during a period widely regarded as one of the distillery's finest, and a fascinating opportunity to experience the character of Islay single malt wh**ky from a bygone era.

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28/10/2026

LOT ID: 0726-162
A highlight of any auction; the amazing Macallan 1946 52 year old is a wh**ky of jaw-dropping majesty and complexity with an unusually potent thread of smoky flavour running through it.

A hugely important bottling from the late 1990s, Macallan 1946 is a very rare example of smoky Macallan. After the end of WWII a shortage of coal forced the distillery to revert to using peat to dry the barley, resulting in a thread of smoky flavour in the wh**ky. This elegantly presented bottle is a stellar performer at wh**ky auctions, thanks to its great age and peat-assisted depth and complexity.

One of the most sought-after whiskies from this distillery, the amazing Macallan 1946 52-Year-Old is a wh**ky of jaw-dropping majesty and complexity with an unusually potent thread of smoky flavour running through it. This was a highpoint in Macallan’s history on release in 1999 and its reputation has only grown in the intervening years.

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28/10/2026

LOT ID: 0726-764
An exceptionally rare 1973 vintage Ladyburn single malt Scotch wh**ky, distilled at the short-lived Lowland distillery and bottled in 2000 by William Grant & Sons at 27 years old.

Ladyburn was established in 1966 within the Girvan distillery complex in Ayrshire and ceased production in November 1975, making it one of Scotland's shortest-lived malt wh**ky distilleries. With fewer than ten years of production, surviving bottlings are particularly scarce, and Ladyburn has become one of the most sought-after closed distilleries among wh**ky collectors.

This official 27-year-old release was matured in bourbon cask number 4510 and bottled at 50.4% ABV. It was one of approximately a dozen single casks selected for the Year 2000 release, which comprised just 3,000 bottles in total and marked the first single cask bottlings in Ladyburn's history.

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28/10/2026

LOT ID: 0726-657
A 1962 vintage Macallan, bottled in 1988 at 25 years of age as part of the distillery's celebrated Anniversary Malt series.

The Macallan Anniversary Malt series was introduced during the early 1980s and became one of the distillery's most prestigious ranges, showcasing carefully selected stocks from earlier decades. These 25-year-old bottlings were produced long before Macallan's modern expansion and are particularly admired for their traditional sherry cask character. The series included a number of highly regarded vintages from the 1950s, 1960s and early 1970s, many of which are now increasingly difficult to find.

Distilled in 1962, this wh**ky dates from a period when Macallan was operating with just six small copper pot stills, before the first major expansion of its distillery in 1965. The distillery's commitment to sherry-seasoned oak casks was already central to its identity, helping establish the rich, full-bodied style that would become internationally recognised.

An outstanding example of vintage Macallan, bottled during an important period in the distillery's history. The combination of its early 1960s vintage, 25 years of ageing and original Anniversary Malt presentation makes this a particularly desirable release for collectors and enthusiasts of traditional sherried Speyside wh**ky.

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28/10/2026

LOT ID: 0726-634
A superb 1972 vintage Bruichladdich, bottled in 2007 as a 34-year-old for the sixth and final release in the distillery's highly regarded Legacy series. Distilled during an earlier chapter of Bruichladdich's history, this exceptional Islay single malt was bottled at 47.6% ABV, bringing the celebrated collection of old and rare vintages to a close.

The Legacy series was introduced following Bruichladdich's reopening in 2001, showcasing some of the oldest surviving stocks inherited by the new owners. Released across six editions, the collection offered wh**ky enthusiasts an opportunity to explore the distillery's historic production, with vintages dating back to the 1960s and early 1970s. Each release featured distinctive packaging inspired by the landscape of Islay, with artwork reflecting the island's rugged coastline and natural beauty.

Distilled in 1972, this wh**ky originates from a period when Bruichladdich was producing a relatively light, elegant and largely unpeated style of Islay single malt. Unlike the heavily peated whiskies traditionally associated with the island, Bruichladdich's spirit was known for its delicate fruitiness, floral character and subtle maritime influence. After more than three decades in oak, whiskies from this era can display remarkable complexity, with layers of orchard fruit, honey, vanilla, gentle spice and polished oak.

Bruichladdich experienced several changes of ownership during the twentieth century before being mothballed in 1994. Its revival in 2001 under the leadership of Mark Reynier and master distiller Jim McEwan marked the beginning of a new era, with the distillery's remaining old stocks providing the foundation for several celebrated limited releases.

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28/10/2026

LOT ID: 0726-649
An exceptionally rare 1960 vintage Laphroaig, bottled in 2000 after 40 years of ageing. This remarkable Islay single malt was released as part of a limited edition of just 300 individually numbered bottles, produced exclusively for the British w**e merchant Oddbins ahead of the main release of Laphroaig's celebrated 40 Year Old. Bottled at natural cask strength of 42.4%.

What makes this release especially interesting is its declared 1960 vintage, a detail absent from the subsequent general release. The 1960 Laphroaig 40 Year Old holds an important place in the distillery's history, representing both the earliest vintage and the oldest age statement to appear on an official Laphroaig bottling at the time.

Distilled during an extraordinary period in Laphroaig's history, this wh**ky dates from the era when Bessie Williamson was managing the distillery, having inherited it following the death of Ian Hunter in 1954. Laphroaig was still producing wh**ky using its traditional floor maltings, with much of its character shaped by heavily peated malt, direct-fired stills and maturation in American oak casks. Wh**ky from this period has acquired an almost legendary reputation among enthusiasts, particularly for its combination of distinctive medicinal peat smoke, tropical fruit and remarkable depth.

An outstanding piece of Laphroaig history, combining a remarkable 1960 vintage, four decades of ageing and the additional rarity of the original 300-bottle Oddbins exclusive release. A particularly desirable bottling for collectors of historic Islay single malts.

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25/10/2026

A 1967 vintage Bruichladdich, distilled on 15 February 1967 and aged for 32 years before being released as part of the distillery's First Cask series. Drawn from single cask #967, this rare Islay single malt was bottled at 46%, with this particular example individually numbered bottle 8.

Bruichladdich wh**ky from the 1960s represents an important period in the distillery's history, long before its closure in 1994 and subsequent revival in 2001. During this era, Bruichladdich was producing a relatively light, elegant and largely unpeated style of Islay single malt, quite different from the heavily peated whiskies traditionally associated with the island.

The First Cask series offered an opportunity to explore some of the distillery's oldest surviving stocks, with individual casks selected from its historic inventory. This particular release was drawn from an unblended cask, preserving the individual character of wh**ky distilled more than three decades earlier.

An interesting and increasingly scarce example of 1960s Bruichladdich, bottled before the distillery's modern revival and offering a glimpse into an earlier chapter of its history.
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