{"product_id":"hui-shou-qing-jing-ze-yi-ji-xi-lie-1983-2233wei-shi-ji","title":"Karuizawa Geisha Series 1983 Distilled #2233 Single Cask sought Buyback","description":"\u003ch3\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1983 #2233: A Single Cask Gem Among Discontinued Japanese Whiskies\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Karuizawa distillery ceased production in 2000, and its facilities were dismantled in 2011, bringing an end to its supply of original spirits. This particular cask, distilled in 1983 with cask number #2233, is a single-cask bottling from the Geisha series with an independent cask number. All the liquid comes from the same oak cask, and once sold out, it will never be available again. For those who own it, the value of this bottle is built upon the irreversible conditions of being \"discontinued\" and \"single cask unique.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1983 #2233 Brand Background and Buyer Focus Points\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKaruizawa was a \u003cb\u003esingle malt\u003c\/b\u003e distillery (not a blended whisky) owned by Mercian, located in Nagano Prefecture. It was known for its small-scale production and long-term sherry cask maturation. It typically used Spanish Oloroso sherry casks for long-term aging, resulting in rich, deep-bodied whiskies. Common characteristics included dried fruit, Christmas pudding, dark chocolate, and cinnamon notes. After its closure, Karuizawa became one of the highest-priced brands for single bottles in the global auction market, with rare single casks fetching prices exceeding seven figures in Hong Kong dollars at Bonhams and Sotheby's. It's important to note that the source of the sherry cask (Oloroso or Pedro Ximénez) directly affects the sweetness and depth of the whisky, so each cask has a unique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1983 #2233 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\u003e1983\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCask Number\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e#2233\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eType\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eJapanese Single Malt Whisky (Single Cask Bottling)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCask Type Description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eThe source of the sherry cask (Oloroso or Pedro Ximénez) affects the sweetness and depth of the whisky. Judgment must be based on the cask type details on the back label.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eArt Theme\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eUkiyo-e Geisha Label\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillery Status\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCeased production in 2000, distillery dismantled in 2011, discontinued Japanese whisky\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Factors Affecting the Buyback Price of This Cask\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis cask is assessed bottle by bottle, based on its cask number, and benchmarked against transaction ranges of 1983 distillations with neighboring cask numbers from the past six months. The table below lists our main verification items during appraisal:\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 Box and Certificate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eComplete with outer box, numbered card, and certificate, no moisture damage.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMissing box, missing certificate, moldy paper items.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeisha Main Visual Label\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eGeisha figure, hair ornaments, and kimono patterns show clear printing layers.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBlurred printing, color deviation, worn paper label.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c!--nl\/\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFill Level and Seal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFull fill level, intact seal, no leakage.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDecreased fill level, broken lead seal, previous leakage.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCask Type Label\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBack label clearly indicates sherry cask source and type.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMissing or unclear cask type information.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1983 #2233 Verification Steps Before Transaction\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1983 #2233 Sale Information\u003c\/b\u003e: Take clear photos of the front, back label, fill level, seal, and box\/certificate, then send them to WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e; if you have the outer box, certificate, or old purchase records, please include them.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1983 #2233 Version Verification\u003c\/b\u003e: Close-up shots of the limited theme, label design, box\/certificate, seal, and bottle bottom are needed; the preservation of the label for themed versions often affects the price more than the whisky name itself. We will then reply with the sellable price range based on market demand.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1983 #2233 Payment Method\u003c\/b\u003e: Once the Karuizawa Geisha 1983 #2233 price is agreed upon, we can arrange on-site or store collection in Hong Kong, Kowloon, or New Territories; after on-site verification, payment will be settled immediately in cash or via FPS.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetails Buyers Most Frequently Ask About Karuizawa Geisha 1983 #2233\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How can I get an accurate quote for my Karuizawa Geisha 1983 #2233?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Just stating the whisky name is usually not enough. It's best to take clear photos of the fill level, seal, and accessories as well. Buyers usually look at the vintage, cask number, label theme, and completeness of the box and certificate first. The more complete the information, the more accurate the quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I tell if #2233 used an Oloroso or PX sherry cask?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Please refer to the back label on the bottle. Both sherry cask types result in different sweetness and body depth, which will also be reflected in the valuation. Please take clear photos of the cask type field on the back label for our assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why is the Geisha image on the main visual label a key point for authentication?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The printing layers of the Geisha figure's shape, hair ornaments, and kimono patterns are the basic main visual features for identifying genuine versions. Fakes often show distortion in these details. Before transaction, we will verify these details along with the front label, back label, and cask number label.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Where can I check the auction prices for Geisha 1983?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Bonhams holds dedicated Geisha series auctions during its spring and autumn sales seasons, which are the main reference point for collectors in Hong Kong. Our quotes are also primarily benchmarked against recent transactions of neighboring cask numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking to sell Karuizawa Geisha 1983 #2233, please take clear photos of the bottle, outer box, and certificate separately, and send them to WhatsApp 46135750. If the price is suitable, we can then arrange for collection at your location or our store.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1983 #2233 Market Reference for the Same Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore selling Karuizawa Geisha 1983 #2233, you can compare it with:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-qing-jing-ze-yi-ji-xi-lie-1983-2656wei-shi-ji\"\u003eKaruizawa Geisha Series 1983 Distillation #2656\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-qing-jing-ze-yi-ji-xi-lie-1983-8333wei-shi-ji\"\u003eKaruizawa Geisha Series 1983 Distillation #8333\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-qing-jing-ze-yi-ji-xi-lie-1982-2748-wei-shi-ji\"\u003eKaruizawa Geisha Series 1982 Distillation #2748\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor 1983 Geisha whiskies, different cask numbers have varying cask types and market values. Compare them before selling:\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%97-1983-2656%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1983 #2656 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%971983-8333%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1983 #8333 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%971984-3186%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1984 #3186 Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKaruizawa Geisha 1983 #2233 Further Market Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo compare market prices for other Karuizawa cask numbers and vintages, you can browse the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/karuizawa\"\u003eKaruizawa Full Series Buyback Valuation\u003c\/a\u003e, or refer to the \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":44022085517529,"sku":null,"price":999999.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0014\/7161\/files\/1983-_2233.jpg?v=1691736149","url":"https:\/\/whiskyera.com\/en\/products\/karuizawa-geisha-series-1983-distilled-2233-single-cask-sought-buyback","provider":"威仕世忌","version":"1.0","type":"link"}