{"product_id":"hui-shou-qing-jing-ze-yi-ji-xi-lie-1974-40nian-3626jin-se-yi-ji-biao","title":"Karuizawa Geisha Series 1974 Distilled 40 Year Old #3626 Single Cask Golden Geisha Label Buyback","description":"\u003ch3\u003eKaruizawa 1974 #3626 Golden Geisha Label: A Rare Single Cask Nearing Extinction\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince the Karuizawa distillery ceased production in 2000 and its facilities were dismantled in 2011, all remaining stock has entered a \"countdown to extinction\" – with every bottle sold, the global total permanently decreases by one. This particular bottle, distilled in 1974, aged for 40 years, and bottled from cask #3626 with the Golden Geisha label, is a single-cask collectible within the Geisha series, featuring an independent cask number. As each cask's liquid is unique, once sold out, no identical version will exist, which is precisely why holders command such confidence when negotiating prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKaruizawa 1974 #3626 Brand Context and Resale Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKaruizawa, produced in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, is a \u003cb\u003esingle malt whisky\u003c\/b\u003e from Mercian, not a blended type. The Geisha series is characterized by its Ukiyo-e geisha bottle labels, whose artistic design lends the bottles both collectible and aesthetic value. At auctions, Karuizawa consistently ranks among the brands with the highest single-bottle transaction prices, with rare single casks fetching seven-figure Hong Kong dollar prices at Bonhams and Sotheby's. The 1974 vintage is an early product of the brand; the raw materials and production conditions of that era are irreplicable, and this \"irreversible age\" is central to the valuation of high-aged Karuizawa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKaruizawa 1974 #3626 Cask Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCask Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillation Year\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e1974\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCask Number\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e#3626\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e40 Years Old\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLabel Version\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eUkiyo-e Geisha Label, Golden Geisha Label\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCask Type Identification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSherry cask matured; after 30+ years of aging, the liquid displays a deep reddish-amber color, which can be compared with other cask numbers from the same year for color matching.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillery Status\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eKaruizawa ceased production in 2000, and its facilities were dismantled in 2011, making it a discontinued Japanese whisky.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Factors Affecting This Cask's Buyback Price\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe market pricing of limited single casks isn't just about the liquid; appearance, accessories, and authenticity verification are equally crucial. Below are the items we scrutinize one by one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment Item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Deductions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Wooden Box and Certificate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eComplete with original box, certificate, and numbered card; box body flat with no moisture damage.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMissing box, missing certificate, lost accessories.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGolden Geisha Label\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eClear hot stamping; front and back labels free from yellowing or water stains.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHot stamping peeling, corners lifting, soiled.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBottle Fill Level and Seal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFull fill level, unbroken seal, no leakage.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDecreased fill level, damaged seal, seepage.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c!--nl\/\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthenticity Verification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBack label importer's sticker, bottle engraving, and #3626 cask number label paper quality and ink consistent.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eLabels or engravings do not match.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Prepare Karuizawa 1974 #3626 Before Reselling\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eTake these photos before inquiring about the Karuizawa 1974 #3626:\u003c\/b\u003e Clearly photograph the front, back label, fill level, seal, and box\/certificate. Send them to WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e; if you have an outer box, certificate, or old purchase records, please include them as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvoid having your Karuizawa 1974 #3626 appraised as a regular edition:\u003c\/b\u003e Provide close-up shots of the limited theme, label design, box\/certificate, seal, and bottle base. The preservation of the label for themed editions often influences the price more than the name of the whisky itself. We will then respond with a suitable resale price range based on market capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eArrange a time for collection:\u003c\/b\u003e We can arrange doorstep collection or meet at our store in Hong Kong, Kowloon, New Territories, Outlying Islands, or Macau. After authentication, payment will be settled immediately in cash or via FPS.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions Before Reselling Karuizawa 1974 #3626\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How can I get an accurate appraisal for my Karuizawa 1974 #3626?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Simply stating the whisky's name is usually not enough. It's best to clearly photograph the fill level, seal, and accessories. Buyers typically first look at the vintage, cask number, label theme, and completeness of the box and certificate. The more complete the information, the more accurate the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why do prices fluctuate over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Karuizawa is an active auction item, and the Geisha series' transaction range strengthens annually. Our quotes reflect the current market, not past prices, so discrepancies in quotes at different times are normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which is more valuable, the Golden Geisha label or the Blue Geisha label?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Both correspond to different cask numbers and release batches. Their value depends on their respective transaction records and condition, so a general comparison cannot be made. When quoting, each bottle of #3626 will be evaluated based on its actual version.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will the quality of the whisky deteriorate after decades of storage, affecting its buyback value?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: As long as it's unopened, the seal is intact, and it's stored in a cool, dry place, high-alcohol whisky can be preserved for a long time. For single cask vintage whiskies, the better the original condition is maintained, the more favored it is by the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are planning to resell your Karuizawa 1974 #3626, please take clear photos of the bottle, outer box, and certificate separately and send them via WhatsApp to 46135750. If the price is suitable, we will then arrange for doorstep collection or meeting at our store.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKaruizawa 1974 #3626 Similar Versions for Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKaruizawa 1974 #3626 can also be compared with:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-qing-jing-ze-yi-ji-xi-lie-1974-40nian-4560lan-se-yi-ji-biao\"\u003eKaruizawa Geisha Series 1974 Distilled 40 Years #\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-qing-jing-ze-yi-ji-xi-lie-1976-7818wei-shi-ji\"\u003eKaruizawa Geisha Series 1976 Distilled #7818\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-qing-jing-ze-yi-ji-xi-lie-1971-7267wei-shi-ji\"\u003eKaruizawa Geisha Series 1971 Distilled #7267\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEven among Karuizawa Geisha single casks, differences in vintage, label, and cask number directly affect the valuation. Before reselling, you can first compare versions:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E8%BC%95%E4%BA%95%E6%BE%A4%E8%97%9D%E5%A6%93%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%971974-40%E5%B9%B4-4560%E8%97%8D%E8%89%B2%E8%97%9D%E5%A6%93%E6%A8%99\"\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1974 #4560 Blue Geisha Label Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E8%BC%95%E4%BA%95%E6%BE%A4%E8%97%9D%E5%A6%93%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97-1971-7267%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1971 #7267 Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E8%BC%95%E4%BA%95%E6%BE%A4%E8%97%9D%E5%A6%93%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%971970-6227%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1970 #6227 Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKaruizawa 1974 #3626 More Market Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo understand the market conditions for Karuizawa's various vintages and cask numbers, you can browse \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/karuizawa\"\u003eKaruizawa Full Series Buyback Appraisal\u003c\/a\u003e, or refer to \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Buyback Overview\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"威仕世忌","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44022439641305,"sku":null,"price":999999.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0014\/7161\/files\/1974-40_-_3626.jpg?v=1691744691","url":"https:\/\/whiskyera.com\/en\/products\/karuizawa-geisha-series-1974-distilled-40-year-old-3626-single-cask-golden-geisha-label-bu","provider":"威仕世忌","version":"1.0","type":"link"}