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Glen Ord, 4 Whisky Casks, 2024

Asset value
25.350 €
Issue price per Splint
50 €
Total number of Splints
507
Investment horizon in years
7 to 9
Return-to-Risk Assessment
8/10
Since launch April ‘25
+0.0%

Main reasons to invest

  • Return Potential📈: An investment of 500 EUR could reach an estimated value of 1,261 EUR in 9 years.

  • Cost-to-Return Ratio⚖️: After deducting 2.4% in annual total costs (including exit fees), your net return could reach 10.8% per year.

  • Invest at the Birth of Greatness 🥃: There’s something uniquely special about owning a whisky at its purest beginning. With Glen Ord’s rich Highland heritage and Singleton’s global fame, these 2024 new make casks represent the chance to shape the future of a legendary spirit. Invest now to become part of a story that matures beautifully over time — and rewards patience with authenticity, tradition, and excellence.

Description

Valuation Summary 📝
To ensure the competitiveness of this investment, we conducted a thorough market analysis by reviewing recent transactions of comparable Bunnahabhain casks and evaluating the current market value of similar Scotch whisky casks. The offered purchase price, inclusive of associated fees, remains highly competitive within the whisky investment market. We used the historical performance data of whisky casks, factoring in the maturation period and broader trends in the single malt Scotch whisky market.

For the conservative scenario, we assume a growth rate in line with historical inflation rates in Switzerland, reflecting a low-risk, stable approach. In the balanced scenario, we use the average annual return of the overall whisky cask market over the last 10 years. In the ambitious scenario, we use the average annual return of the overall whisky cask market over the last 10 years and factor in the 10% discount of these casks.

Exit Options at Maturity 🚪
At maturity, we will handle the exit strategy on behalf of investors, seeking to maximize returns based on prevailing market conditions. We will carefully assess market conditions and choose the option that ensures the best possible outcome for investors.

Why Invest in This Category? 🥃
Scotch whisky, particularly single malt, has grown from being a luxury consumer product to a highly sought-after investment asset. The Scotch whisky market has shown impressive resilience and consistent growth, driven by increasing global demand, especially from emerging markets in Asia. According to market reports, the value of Scotch whisky casks has returned close to 13% annually over the last 10 years.

Historically, investments in whisky casks have demonstrated strong returns, with well-aged Scotch consistently appreciating in value as its rarity increases over time. Whisky cask investments also offer a tangible asset that matures and improves in quality over time, adding a layer of security not found in many other asset classes.

Why Invest in This Asset? 💎
Investing in Glen Ord 2024 new make casks offers a unique entry into one of Scotland’s most historic and dynamic distilleries. Founded in 1838, Glen Ord is a Highlands icon, owned by global giant Diageo. Traditionally a key malt for Johnnie Walker Black Label, Glen Ord has gained significant prestige under the Singleton single malt label, one of the top-selling brands in Asia and globally.

The opportunity to invest in Glen Ord casks is rare. These casks have never before been available on the secondary market, making this a truly exclusive asset. Additionally, part of Glen Ord’s production is earmarked specifically for the booming Asian market, where demand for premium Scotch whisky continues to outpace supply.

New make whisky casks represent the ground floor of whisky investment. Although they require patience (ideal hold of 10+ years), they offer the highest potential for capital appreciation. You capture value growth not only from age and maturation but also from the increasing brand prestige and global market expansion.

The casks are refill bourbon hogsheads, an ideal type for aging single malt, providing balanced maturation over the long term. Stored securely at Craigton Packaging and supported by a straightforward insurance setup, these assets offer strong fundamental security. With Diageo’s £185 million investment into visitor experiences and distillery expansion, Glen Ord is perfectly positioned for future premiumization.

Context in Time ⏳
In today’s whisky market, new make casks are becoming increasingly scarce as demand from investors and bottlers rises sharply. With Asian markets driving record consumption and distilleries tightening their cask release policies, 2024 offers a rare chance to access Glen Ord casks early. This is the ideal moment to secure a new make cask before scarcity and maturity send prices significantly higher over the next decade.

Conclusion 🎯
Glen Ord 2024 new make casks offer a rare opportunity to invest early in a prestigious distillery with global brand power. Combining heritage, scarcity, and strong growth potential, these casks are ideally positioned for long-term value appreciation, offering investors a tangible, secure, and rewarding entry into the whisky investment market.

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Additional details

Asset ID
d01d584a-e31e-4370-a34c-2048cb23182d
Type
Scotch Whisky
Distillery
Glen Ord
Location
Highland
Cask type
Refill Bourbon Hogshead
Number of Casks
4 casks
Size
177.6 RLA (398 bottles), 175.2 RLA (393 bottles), 175.3 RLA (393 bottles), 175.6 RLA (394 bottles)
Date of distillation
16.10.2024
ABV
all 63.7%

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