Sell Your Single Malt Whisky
Are you looking to sell your Single Malt whisky but don’t know where to start?
At Mark Littler LTD we make the selling process as simple as possible by handling all of the logistics, paperwork and fully insured shipping. We have been helping people sell their whisky for nearly 10 years and have hundreds of five star Google reviews.
Sell Your Single Malt Whisky With Mark Littler
Simply fill in the valuation form and we will see what offers we can get from our collection of private clients and send you a referral to a specialist whisky auctioneer.
Learn More About Your Bottle Of Single Malt Whisky
Click here to learn about the history of Single Malt whisky.
Click here to learn more about what affects the value of Single Malt whisky.
Sell Your Whisky Today
Please use the form below to submit images of your bottle and receive a free, no-obligation valuation from a specialist auctioneer.
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How We Can Help You Sell Your Whisky
Simply fill in the form below and we will put you in contact with a specialist whisky retailer. If your bottle is suitable they will make you an offer directly for your bottle. This is perferable for those wanting a quick sale, or for those who are not prepared to take the risk that auctions entail. There is no charge for our assistance if you accept a private sale.
Alternatively we can help you sell your bottles through auction. With close to 30,000 bottles being sold at auction every month you have to be sure that your bottles are being sold in the right auction to achieve the highest price. There is no charge for our assistance selling at auction
Whisky Valuation Tips
Are you looking to sell your whisky for the highest possible price? It might surprise you to learn that one of the most important actions you can take is to capture high-quality images of your bottles. This ensures we can offer you the best prices and accurately appraise your bottles. Here are our top tips for submitting images of your bottles:
- Stand the bottle upright so that we can clearly see the level of the whisky in the bottle.
- Do you have the original box? If so, place it next to the bottle in the photo.
- Capture the images in a well-lit room, ideally against a neutral background.
What Our Customers Say
Do You Remember This Story?
In 2020 we sold a vertical of Macallan 18 year old for Matthew Robson for £44,000!
The story went viral being covered from the BBC, to India, to the USA.
Matthew had been given a bottle every year from his father as a birthday gift and at the time of sale amounted to 28 bottles, all with their original boxes.
Now We Can Help You
It was a pleasure to work with Matthew, assisting him in obtaining the highest possible amount for his collection. Now, let us use our experience and connections to assist you.
“I was looking to sell my whisky collection of 28 bottles of Macallan 18 year old to fund the purchase of my first house, so I got in touch with Mark.
My father gave me 1 bottle each year for a birthday present so that by the time that I was 18 I would have 18 bottles of 18 year old Macallan. (Yes I’m that guy who was plastered over the media)
Mark did a great job of getting professional photos taken of them and creating a PR buzz around the collection and I even ended up on BBC breakfast news, lad bible, and various radio stations around the world.
At one point my story was the second most viewed story on BBC world wide news app for the whole weekend with over 2 million views.
Needless to say within a day or two of this PR Campaign there was numerous offers.
I would like to thank Mark for all his work and helping me with everything.”
What Is Your Whisky Worth
Do you want to know what your whisky is worth but don’t know where to start?
Use these guides to help you.
What Is Your Whisky Worth? – An in-depth look at the factors affecting your bottle’s value.
A Beginner’s Guide To Selling Whisky – Everything you need to get started selling your whisky.
How To Sell Whisky Online – A rundown of all the online selling options available.
Sell Your Whisky Today – A simple way to sell your whisky fast.
Macallan Specific Guides
The Complete Guide To Valuing Macallan Whisky – Selling Macallan? This is your starting point.
What Is Macallan Whisky Worth? – Unsure of your Macallan’s value? Begin here
The History Of Single Malt Whisky
Single malt whiskies are the most famous and popular whiskies to come out of Scotland. They are made by a single distillery (hence the ‘single’) and consist entirely of malted barley (hence the ‘malt). However, it is important to note that just because a single malt is produced by a ‘single’ distillery, it does not mean that the whisky is the product of a single distillation run or barrel; most distilleries use a very careful process of blending to ensure that their single malts are harmonious. This means that the distillery has complete control over the flavour profile of their whiskies.
Single malt whisky is made by soaking barley in room temperature water before spreading it out on what is called a ‘malting floor’ to germinate. This breaks down the starch in the barley into sugars. The barley is then dried, sometimes over peat which gives peated malts their intense, smoky flavour.
When the malt is dry it is ground into a coarse flour named ‘grist’ and mixed with hot spring water in a ‘mash tun’. The water that is used can also have an effect on the flavour of the whisky, which is why distilleries source their water from clear and crisp springs.
The sugars in the malt dissolve in the hot water and create a liquid known as ‘wort’, which is then passed into a container known as a ‘washback’. At this point, yeast is added to the mixture and begins to turn the sugars into alcohol. The resulting liquid is known as ‘was’ and is usually about 8% ABV. This liquid is then (usually) double distilled in a copper pot where, upon heating, the alcohol vapours rise to the top of the pot and over the still before condensing back into liquid form – ‘low wine’ at 20% ABV. This process is then repeated again.
Finally, the new make spirits are put into casks to mature for at least three years. The cask that is used makes all the difference, as it infuses the whisky with its distinctive flavour over time. For example, an ex-sherry cask will infuse the whisky with deep, fruity flavours, and an ex-bourbon cask will impart a caramel sweetness. After at least three years, normally longer, the liquid can be legally called Scotch whisky (as long as it is above 40% ABV) and is ready to be bottled and sold.