The Glenrothes 1972 Restricted Release is a distinguished single malt whisky, renowned for its exclusivity and rarity. This whisky, distilled in November 1972 and bottled in March 1996, forms part of the prestigious Restricted Release series from the well-known Glenrothes distillery.
With a notable alcohol strength of 43% Vol., the Glenrothes 1972 demonstrates a careful balance in its composition. Its status as part of the Restricted Release series further enhances its unique value within the whisky collector's market.
The distinct maturation process involving US White Oak Casks contributes to the uniqueness of this whisky. This method is recognized for bestowing specific characteristics onto the spirit, elevating its profile among whisky connoisseurs.
In summary, the Glenrothes 1972 Restricted Release, marked by its scarcity and distinctive maturation process, holds significant appeal for whisky collectors and investors, and stands as a noteworthy representation of the Glenrothes distillery's commitment to quality and uniqueness.
Auction sales and price statistics for the past 3 months
This calculation includes all Glenrothes 1972 - Restricted Release auctioned from
March 2026 to May 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 6 months
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November 2025 to May 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 12 months
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June 2025 to May 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics by year, cumulative total
2008-2026
Between 2008 and 2026,
the value of Glenrothes 1972 Restricted Release underwent an average annual change of
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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 - 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 Glenrothes 1972 - Restricted Release at all auctions from the very first to the last one.
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Retail: Online Offers
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