The Port Ellen 1978 - 27 Year Old - 6th Release is a single malt whisky from the now-defunct Islay distillery, Port Ellen. Distilled in 1978 and bottled on June 27, 2006, this whisky is part of the Diageo Special Releases 2006 series. The release is notable for its extended maturation period of 27 years, which contributes to the complexity of its flavor profile.
This whisky is bottled at a strength of 54.2% ABV, reflecting its cask strength nature and providing a potent taste experience. A total of 4,560 bottles were produced, each individually numbered, adding to the rarity of this bottling.
Port Ellen, which was established in 1825, ceased operations in 1983. The dwindling availability of its whiskies has led to increased demand among collectors and investors. The Port Ellen 1978 - 27 Year Old - 6th Release, with its limited production and significant age, is a noteworthy example of the distillery's output.
Age: 27 Years Old Size: 700 mlStrength: 54.2 %
Distillery:
Port EllenBottler: Distillery Bottling
Auction sales and price statistics for the past 3 months
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Auction sales and price statistics by year, cumulative total
2007-2026
Between 2007 and 2026,
the value of Port Ellen 1978 27 Year Old 6th 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.
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