The Glen Ord 1974 - 23 Year Old is a single malt whisky from the Rare Malts Selection series by Diageo. Distilled in 1974 and bottled in October 1998, this expression was released at a natural cask strength of 60.8% ABV. The Rare Malts Selection includes cask-strength releases from both operating and closed distilleries, and the Glen Ord 1974 is representative of the Highland Scotch Whisky tradition.
This particular release has gained attention among collectors and investors since the discontinuation of the Rare Malts series. The Glen Ord 1974 is noted for its cask strength, which is a characteristic feature of the Rare Malts Selection. Each bottle within this release bears an individual number, indicating limited availability.
The Rare Malts Selection, which showcased remarkable whiskies from 1995 to 2005, included the Glen Ord 1974 as part of its collection. This series aimed to present some lesser-known whiskies in Diageo's portfolio, and the Glen Ord release stands as an example of that effort. The collection's discontinuation has further emphasized the rarity of this particular expression.
In summary, the Glen Ord 1974 - 23 Year Old is a single malt whisky, distinguished by its cask strength and inclusion in the Rare Malts Selection. Its individual bottle numbering and connection to a historic series make it a notable release in the world of whisky collecting and investment.
Age: 23 Years Old Size: 700 mlStrength: 60.8 %
Bottling series:
Rare Malts Selection
Distillery:
Glen Ord
Bottler: Distillery Bottling
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Auction sales and price statistics by year, cumulative total
2006-2026
Between 2006 and 2026,
the value of Glen Ord 1974 23 Year Old Rare Malts Selection 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.
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