Port Ellen 1979 - 32 Year Old - 11th Release: Explore Auction Sales Data & Price Trends
The Port Ellen 1979 is a 32-year-old whisky part of the 11th edition of the Diageo Special Releases series. Distilled in the now-defunct Port Ellen Distillery and matured in refill American and European Oak casks, this whisky exemplifies the distinctive character and legacy of this notable Islay distillery.
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There are data for 2 lots at online auctions.
Latest bids aggregated data
Min: 744.8 £
Avg: 1151.9 £
Max: 1559.0 £
Retail Offers
Data are available for 3 offers from online shops.
Aggregated price data
Min: 4250.0 £
Avg: 4416.6 £
Max: 4500.0 £
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Recent Market Insights for Port Ellen 1979 - 32 Year Old - 11th Release
Latest Average Price
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The average hammer price of the bottle based on recent auction results.Annualized Return
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The average yearly change in the bottle's value since its first recorded sale.Liquidity Score
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Indicates the probable chance of selling the bottle near its average market price, without guarantee.Sales Summary
Statistics on auction sales and prices over time
This calculation includes all Port Ellen 1979 32 Year Old 11th Release from all auctions during the entire observation period.
Auction sales and price statistics for the past 3 months
This calculation includes all Port Ellen 1979 - 32 Year Old - 11th Release auctioned from February 2026 to May 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 6 months
This calculation includes all Port Ellen 1979 - 32 Year Old - 11th Release auctioned from December 2025 to May 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 12 months
This calculation includes all Port Ellen 1979 - 32 Year Old - 11th Release auctioned from May 2025 to May 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics by year, cumulative total 2012-2026
Between 2012 and 2026, the value of Port Ellen 1979 32 Year Old 11th Release 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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The graph shows the sales history for Port Ellen 1979 - 32 Year Old - 11th Release at all auctions from the very first to the last one. The graph is interactive - it can be zoomed in to view the data for any period.
Retail: Online Offers
You can purchase this whisky bottle from one of the online retailers listed below. It is important to take into account the country from which your order will be shipped, as this may incur additional costs. It is therefore advisable to choose a retailer accordingly.
| Bottle | Price |
|---|---|
| Port Ellen 1979 / 32 Year Old / 11th Release Islay Whisky - 70cl / 53.9% RETAIL The Whisky Exchange | 4250.0 £ |
| Port Ellen (Silent) - 11Th Release - 1979 32 Year Old - 70Cl | 53.9%RETAIL Hard To Find Whisky | 4499.95 £ |
| Port Ellen (Silent) - 11Th Release 1979 32 Year Old - 70Cl | 53.9%RETAIL Hard To Find Whisky | 4499.95 £ |
Live: Auctioned Now
By purchasing whisky bottles at auctions, you can reap the benefits of saving a considerable amount of money, as the auction price is often lower than that of a retailer. This is an advantage worth considering.
| End date | Last Bid | |
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| 07 June 2026 | Port Ellen 1979 32 years old 11th Release - b. 2011 - 700ml LIVE Catawiki Whisky Auction EU | 1559.0 £ |
| 27 June 2026 | Port Ellen, 32 y.o., 1979, 11th Release - 53.9% LIVE WhiskyAuction.com EU | 744.8 £ |
Past: Recent Results
Do you want to know how much Port Ellen 1979 - 32 Year Old - 11th Release - 700 ml / 53.9% worth? One way to do so is by checking the prices at which similar bottles were sold at auctions. The auction price is typically the best indicator of the whisky's actual value.
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Updated: 2026-06-03