The Ardbeg 1998 - Almost There - 3rd Release is a Single Malt Scotch Whisky distilled in 1998 and bottled in 2007. This release holds a unique place in Ardbeg's series leading to the creation of its 10 Year Old expression, representing a key stage in the whisky's development.
As the third instalment in this series, 'Almost There' underscores the progress of Ardbeg in perfecting its ageing process. It succeeds the 'Very Young' and 'Still Young' releases, thus demonstrating the distillery's meticulous and staged maturation approach.
The cask strength bottling at 54.1% Vol. offers a pure and undiluted presentation of the whisky, appealing to connoisseurs seeking a genuine taste experience. Cask strength whiskies are known to express the authentic and robust character of the spirit, embodying the true essence of the distillery's craft.
In summary, the Ardbeg 1998 - Almost There - 3rd Release serves as an important landmark in the maturation journey of Ardbeg's whiskies. Its place in the progression towards the 10 Year Old expression makes it a significant addition to any whisky collector's or investor's portfolio.
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Auction sales and price statistics by year, cumulative total
2007-2026
Between 2007 and 2026,
the value of Ardbeg 1998 Almost There 3rd Release 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 - ratio of lots sold to lots unsold. 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.
The graph shows the sales history for Ardbeg 1998 Almost There - 3rd Release at all auctions from the very first to the last one.
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