Talisker 1981 - 20 years old
The Talisker 20 Years Old is a Single Malt whisky distilled in 1981 and bottled in 2002. It's part of the Diageo Special Releases 2002 series, underscoring its notable position in the whisky domain. With an alcohol volume of 62.0%, this edition reflects the strong essence often associated with Talisker products.
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Recent Market Insights for Talisker 1981 - 20 years old
Latest Average Price
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The average hammer price of the bottle based on recent auction results.Average Annual Change
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The average yearly change in the bottle's value since its first recorded sale.Liquidity Score
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The share of auctioned bottles that actually sold, based on 439 lots. A higher value means it sells more consistently.Sales Summary
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This calculation includes all Talisker 1981 20 years old from all auctions during the entire observation period.
Auction sales and price statistics for the past 3 months
This calculation includes all Talisker 1981 - 20 years old auctioned from May 2026 to July 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 6 months
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Auction sales and price statistics for the past 12 months
This calculation includes all Talisker 1981 - 20 years old auctioned from October 2025 to July 2026.
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Auction sales and price statistics by year, cumulative total 2006-2026
Between 2006 and 2026, the value of Talisker 1981 20 years old 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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Past: Recent Results
Recent hammer prices from past online auctions for Talisker 1981 - 20 years old - 700 ml / 62% and closely matching bottles. Past results are a useful reference point when estimating current market value.
| Date | Bottle | Winning Bid |
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| March 2025 |
Talisker, 20 y.o., 1981 - 62%
PAST
WhiskyAuction.com
EU
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1852.7 £ |
| March 2025 |
Talisker, 20 y.o., 1981 - 62%
PAST
WhiskyAuction.com
EU
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1119.8 £ |
| February 2025 |
Talisker - 20 Years Old - 2002 Release
PAST
Highland Whisky Auctions
UK
Reserve Not Met
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- |
| February 2025 |
Talisker 1981 Cask Strength 20 Year Old
PAST
Whisky Auctioneer
UK
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1627.0 £ |
| February 2025 |
Talisker 20 Year Old 2002 Release
PAST
Whisky Auctioneer
EU
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1100.0 £ |
| January 2025 |
Talisker - 20 Years Old - 2002 Release
PAST
Highland Whisky Auctions
UK
Reserve Not Met
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- |
| January 2025 |
Talisker 1981 20 Year Old — Special Releases 2002 — 70cl / 62%
PAST
Whisky.Auction
UK
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925.0 £ |
| January 2025 |
Talisker 1981 Cask Strength 20 Year Old
PAST
Whisky Auctioneer
UK
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1362.0 £ |
| January 2025 |
Talisker, 20 y.o., 1981 - 70cl / 62%
PAST
WhiskyAuction.com
EU
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1243.9 £ |
| December 2024 |
Talisker, 20 y.o., 1981 - 70cl / 62%
PAST
WhiskyAuction.com
EU
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1328.9 £ |
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Bottle data updated 13 Jul 2026