The Ardbeg Galileo is a single malt whisky, distilled in 1999 and bottled in 2012, boasting a maturation period of 12 years. The distillation yielded a limited 15,000 bottles, each with a bottle strength of 49% Vol.
Notably, the Ardbeg Galileo underwent maturation in first-fill bourbon casks and Marsala wine casks, an attribute that distinguishes this particular expression. The whisky is non-chill filtered, a decision intended to maintain its innate intensity and flavor.
The release of the Ardbeg Galileo was intended to commemorate the distillery's space experiment in 2011. A part of Ardbeg spirit was launched into orbit to investigate whisky maturation under near-zero gravity conditions. Thus, the Galileo release represents an interesting intersection of whisky production and space exploration.
The narrative of the Ardbeg Galileo adds another layer of intrigue for whisky enthusiasts and collectors. With its distinctive maturation process, limited release, and historical association with space research, it offers a unique presence in the world of whisky.
Auction sales and price statistics for the past 3 months
This calculation includes all Ardbeg Galileo auctioned from
April 2026 to June 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 6 months
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January 2026 to June 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 12 months
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June 2025 to June 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics by year, cumulative total
2012-2026
Between 2012 and 2026,
the value of Ardbeg Galileo underwent an average annual change of
%.
This table shows the information for each year in
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 Galileo 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 Galileo - 700 ml / 49% and closely matching bottles.
Past results are a useful reference point when estimating current market value.
Results may include closely matching bottles of the same release.
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