{"product_id":"port-ellen-17th-annual-release-1979-37-year-old","title":"Port Ellen Whisky Price | 17th Annual Release - 1979 - 37 Year Old | Whisky Vintage \u0026 Price\/buyback Trends","description":"\u003ch3\u003ePort Ellen 17th Release 1979 37 Year Old: A Later, Discontinued Gem from the Official Annual Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cb\u003ePort Ellen 17th Annual Release 1979-37 Year Old\u003c\/b\u003e is a later edition from Port Ellen's official annual limited series. Distilled in 1979 and bottled in 2017 at cask strength, it is limited to 2,988 bottles worldwide. Since its closure in 1983, no new whisky has been produced at Port Ellen. Bottlings matured for 37 years and released as official bottlings (OB) are extremely rare. Combined with its cask strength and individual numbering, this makes it a highly sought-after item in Hong Kong's discontinued whisky market. Sellers holding a complete, original bottle possess a scarce asset that is increasingly difficult to replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePort Ellen 17th Annual Release Specifications at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillery\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePort Ellen (Isle of Islay, closed)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhisky Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eScotch Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBottling Series\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOfficial 17th Release (17th Annual Release)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillation \/ Bottling Year\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDistilled 1979 \/ Bottled 2017\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol Content\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e51.0% (Cask Strength)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e700ml\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlobal Release Quantity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eLimited to 2,988 bottles (individually numbered)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFour Assessment Criteria Affecting Port Ellen Resale Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor closed distilleries, the final resale value, in addition to brand and vintage, heavily depends on the condition of the bottle. Here are our assessment standards:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment Item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Identification Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpact on Resale Value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFill Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eObserve if the liquid has evaporated due to long-term storage.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eAbove the neck is ideal; significant loss of liquid will drastically lower the valuation.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompleteness of Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eWhether the original box, wooden case, lining, and certificate of authenticity are complete.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eComplete sets command significantly higher prices than bare bottles without boxes.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLabel Condition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eAny damage, yellowing, mold, water stains, or blurring on the front and back labels.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eImmaculate labels ensure a higher-grade buyback price.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeal and Cork\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eWhether the lead capsule or seal is intact and unopened, and if there's any leakage or seepage from the cork.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eUnopened and well-sealed is the first step for authentication and value retention.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePort Ellen 17th Valuation and Transaction Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003ePort Ellen 17th - Initial Valuation via Photos\u003c\/b\u003e: Take clear photos of the front, back label, fill level, seal, and box\/certificate. WhatsApp them to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e. No need to bring the bottle out yet.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003ePort Ellen 17th - Version Verification\u003c\/b\u003e: For the same Port Ellen 17th, old labels, new labels, limited editions, or differences in box\/certificate can affect the price. We will clarify the version before providing a quote.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003ePort Ellen 17th - In-store or Home Collection Available\u003c\/b\u003e: For Port Ellen 17th, we can arrange home collection or in-store drop-off depending on your location. Payment will be made after both parties confirm the physical condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon Valuation Questions for Port Ellen 17th\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: I want to sell my Port Ellen 17th. Which photos are most crucial?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The most useful photos are of the front, back label, fill level, seal, bottle bottom, and box\/certificate. Clear photos of the front\/back label, fill level, seal, and box\/certificate will help ensure the valuation is close to the actual transaction price.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do cask strength and individual numbering help with selling?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Cask strength, being undiluted, along with individual bottle numbering and limited bottle count, are all indicators of scarcity valued by the market. Keeping the number on the label and any related certificates will help secure a better valuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: I also have discontinued Japanese whiskies (e.g., Karuizawa, Yamazaki, Hibiki). Can I sell them together?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. We also purchase discontinued and limited-edition whiskies from Scotland and Japan. If you have multiple brands, you can send photos of all of them, and we will provide a combined package price before the transaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long does it take to receive payment after confirming the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Once the price is agreed upon, the transaction can be completed on the day of collection, with cash paid in full immediately. There's no waiting for days for transfers or signing post-dated checks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you want to sell your Port Ellen 17th, you can first WhatsApp photos to 46135750; clear photos of the front\/back label, fill level, seal, and box\/certificate will ensure the valuation is close to the actual transaction price. With clear enough photos, we can usually determine an approximate price range initially.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePort Ellen 17th Similar Series Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePort Ellen 17th - Related Models:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/chuan-qi-wei-shi-ji-gao-jia-hui-shou-port-ellen-7th-annual-release-1979-28-year-old-bo-te-ai-lun-xian-liang-kuan-wei-shi-ji-hui-shou-jia-qian\"\u003eLegendary Whisky high-value Buyback | Port Ellen - 7th Annual Re\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/bo-te-ai-lun-port-ellen-1979-37-year-old-17th-release-su-ge-lan-wei-shi-ji-hui-shou-wei-shi-ji-hui-shou-jia-qian\"\u003ePort Ellen 1979 37 Year Old 17th Release Scotch whisky buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/bo-te-ai-lun-port-ellen-5th-annual-release-1979-25-year-old-chuan-qi-wei-shi-ji-shou-gou-_whiskyhui-shou\"\u003ePort Ellen | 1979 | 25 year o\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDifferences in Port Ellen editions, vintages, and cask types will directly impact the valuation. Verify the version before selling:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E6%B3%A2%E7%89%B9%E8%89%BE%E5%80%AB%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%B6%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6-port-ellen-2nd-annual-release-1978-24-year-old-%E9%A6%99%E6%B8%AF%E5%B0%88%E6%A5%AD%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%B6_%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%B6%E5%83%B9%E6%A0%BC%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%92%A8%E8%A9%A2\"\u003ePort Ellen 2nd Annual Release 1978 24 year old Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E7%8F%8D%E7%A8%80%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%B6%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6-port-ellen-15th-annual-release-1983-32-year-old-%E6%B3%A2%E7%89%B9%E8%89%BE%E5%80%AB-%E5%8E%9F%E9%85%92whisky_%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%B6%E8%A1%8C%E6%83%85%E5%83%B9%E6%A0%BC%E6%9F%A5%E8%A9%A2-%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%B6%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%A0%B1%E5%83%B9\"\u003ePort Ellen 15th Annual Release 1983 32 year old Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E9%AB%98%E5%83%B9%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%99%90%E9%87%8F%E7%89%88%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%B6_whisky_port-ellen-39-year-old-%E5%A8%81%E4%BB%95%E4%B8%96%E7%B4%80%E5%B0%88%E6%A5%AD%E5%A0%B1%E5%83%B6%E6%94%B6%E9%85%92%E7%B6%B2-%E5%96%AE%E4%B8%80%E9%BA%A5%E8%8A%BD%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%B6\"\u003ePort Ellen 39 year old Single Malt Whisky Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E6%B3%A2%E7%89%B9%E8%89%BE%E5%80%AB-port-ellen-5th-annual-release-1979-25-year-old-%E5%82%B3%E5%A5%87%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%B6%E6%94%B6%E8%B3%BC-_whisky%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6\"\u003ePort Ellen 5th Annual Release 1979 25 year old Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E6%B3%A2%E7%89%B9%E8%89%BE%E5%80%AB%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%B6-port-ellen-4th-annual-release-1978-25-year-old\"\u003ePort Ellen 4th Annual Release 1978 25 year old Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePort Ellen 17th Further Reading and Market Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo stay updated on the latest market prices for various Port Ellen vintages and editions, you can browse \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E6%B3%A2%E7%89%B9%E8%89%BE%E5%80%AB\"\u003ePort Ellen Latest Buyback Quotes\u003c\/a\u003e, or refer to \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/world-whisky-recycling\"\u003eMacallan \/ Port Ellen \/ Springbank Buyback Overview\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also visit the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E4%B8%96%E7%95%8C%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%B6%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97\"\u003eWorld Whisky Full Series\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"威仕世忌","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45151790891225,"sku":null,"price":999999.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0014\/7161\/files\/PortEllen-17thAnnualRelease-1979-37yearold.png?v=1713325340","url":"https:\/\/whiskyera.com\/en\/products\/port-ellen-whisky-price","provider":"威仕世忌","version":"1.0","type":"link"}