The Ardbeg 17 Year Old is a discontinued release that is highly sought after by whisky collectors and investors. This bottling played a pivotal role in the distillery's revival under Glenmorangie ownership, earning it a reputation as a significant and valuable release.
This expression diverges from typical Ardbeg profiles, known for their intense peatiness, by offering a richness and complexity that has been less peaty. It was one of the earliest releases that garnered renewed interest in the brand, cementing its status as an iconic bottle in the Ardbeg lineup.
The whisky was matured in Bourbon Barrels, distinguishing it within the broader category of Islay single malts. Originally released in 1997 and discontinued in 2004, it has continued to accrue value and recognition in the secondary whisky market. Despite its scarcity, the bottle remains a key acquisition for serious whisky portfolios.
Age: 17 Years Old Size: 700 mlStrength: 40.0 %
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 3 months
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April 2026 to June 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 6 months
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December 2025 to June 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 12 months
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Auction sales and price statistics by year, cumulative total
2006-2026
Between 2006 and 2026,
the value of Ardbeg 17 Year Old underwent an average annual change of
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which this whisky was sold at auctions,
compared to the previous year and cumulatively over time.
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Sold Ratio - share of lots sold out of all lots auctioned that year. Avg. Price - average hammer price for the year. Vs Previous - the current year's price change compared to the previous year's, as a percentage. Cumulative - the cumulative total of the current year's price change relative to the first year's sales.
Track the auction price history for Ardbeg 17 Year Old from the earliest recorded sale to the latest.
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Retail: Online Offers
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Recent hammer prices from past online auctions for Ardbeg 17 Year Old - 700 ml / 40% and closely matching bottles.
Past results are a useful reference point when estimating current market value.
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