The Ardbeg 1980 Kildalton is a unique Single Malt Scotch whisky, originating from a distinctive experimentation phase at Ardbeg distillery. This specific edition was distilled in 1980 and bottled in 2004, embodying a blend of lightly peated whisky aged in bourbon casks and whisky from first-fill and refill sherry casks.
The creation of the Ardbeg Kildalton 1980 was spearheaded by Hamish Scott, the distillery manager at that time. Scott initiated a deviation from the distillery's established heavily peated profile, experimenting with unpeated and lightly peated whiskies. The result of this innovative approach is the Kildalton 1980, a blend of these two styles.
This specific release of Ardbeg was issued as a limited edition, with only 1,300 bottles released. Initially aimed at committee members, it garnered interest among whisky enthusiasts and collectors. It's important to clarify that the Kildalton 1980 has no association with the "Kildalton Project" beyond the shared name.
The Ardbeg 1980 Kildalton represents a significant chapter in the distillery's history, showcasing its capacity for innovation and experimentation in whisky production. As such, it holds potential interest for whisky collectors and enthusiasts exploring the breadth of Ardbeg's distilling capabilities.
Auction sales and price statistics for the past 3 months
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Auction sales and price statistics by year, cumulative total
2005-2026
Between 2005 and 2026,
the value of Ardbeg 1980 Kildalton 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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Recent hammer prices from past online auctions for Ardbeg 1980 - Kildalton - 700 ml / 57.6% and closely matching bottles.
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