The first release of this incredibly rare 50 year old Springbank was presented in a pear shaped, 26 ⅔ fl oz bottle and has a strength of 66.3 proof.
The Springbank 1919 50 year old is a legendary whisky, it has two main iterations, the original pear shaped bottle and the rebottling in a tall round. There are a few variations of the pear shaped release depending on the market they were bottled for and a select few also have some with boxes. Just 24 bottles were created for the rebottling and this edition commands significantly higher premiums at auction. As one of the oldest vintage whiskies available on the market it is an absolute icon with true whisky fans.
If you are looking to sell a bottle of Springbank 1919 50 year old then we can help. Read on for an analysis of the recent market for Springbank 1919 50 year old and use the form below to receive a free valuation and advice on how to sell your bottle in 2025.
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Springbank 1919 50 year old: Market Analysis
From February 2015 to June 2024 the Springbank 1919 has sold just 21 times at auction, that includes both bottling styles. This provides a decade of market insight into one of whisky’s most iconic and rare bottlings. However the scarcity and dual nature of the Springbank 1919 means trends are difficult to understand from numbers alone.
Over the last decade the market trajectory for this ultra-rare Springbank has been extraordinary, with values increasing nearly tenfold between 2016 and the market peaks. Historically only one or two bottles of Springbank 50 year old sell each year, and this scarcity helps maintain value. However in 2023 six of the pear shaped bottles came to auction and one of the rebottling. The values for the pear shaped bottle dropped from £23,500 at the start of 2023 to £5,500 at the start of 2024! That kind of drop for such an iconic whisky suggests market fatigue compounding with general drops in the larger market.
The trends for the rebottling have been more consistent. Prices have corrected from peaks achieved in 2019/2020 but have been stable at around £100,000 to £120,000 since 2021.
As for most premium and super premium releases, there is a significant difference in prices achieved by different auction houses. For these releases it is especially important to consider when and where you choose to sell your bottle.
The scarcity of these bottles and the complexity of the current market means that if you have a bottle of Springbank 1919 50 Year Old you would be best to speak to an expert to discuss potential sales routes and timings if you are considering a sale. Please feel free to contact us using the form above or give us a call.
How to Sell Your Springbank 50 year old?
As the data above shows, it is important to choose the right time and place to sell your bottle of Springbank 1919. Not all auctions can generate the same results and choosing the right place to sell is important.
If you complete the contact form above, we can connect you with a specialist auctioneer who will provide a free, no-obligation valuation and expert advice on selling your bottle. The best whisky auctioneers will offer a free of charge collection service if you have a number of bottles, or even offer access to their own courier service if you just have a few.
Auctions often take place each month and commission varies from 5-10%+VAT and listing fees. The benefits of auction are a near guaranteed sale (if the reserve is sensible) and a quick payout after the sale. The auctioneer will advise on a suitable reserve in advance of the sale.
Alternatively, you may consider selling to a retailer. However, retailers typically offer around 30–50% of their listed price due to factors like VAT, corporation tax, and slow stock turnover, which can impact their buying decisions more than you might expect. If you sell to a retailer you will be expected to post the bottle to them yourself, although they might help with this too. Payment terms will be quick, but you will likely have to contact around 5-10 retailers to ensure you get the best possible price.
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