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Iron Gate Fine Spirits Auction

Mon, Feb 2, 2026 10:00AM EST - Mon, Feb 9, 2026 08:00PM EST
  2026-02-02 10:00:00 2026-02-09 20:00:00 America/New_York Iron Gate Iron Gate : Iron Gate Fine Spirits Auction https://bid.irongateauctions.com/auctions/iron-gate-wine/iron-gate-fine-spirits-auction-21104
Iron Gate is excited to kick-off the 2026 auction season with a selection of incredibly rare spirits. Highlights include the 1949 MacPhail’s, 1964 Black Bowmore, the 1948 Macallan Select Reserve and the 1965 Springbank Local Barley. Closed distilleries are featured including Port Ellen, Glenugie, Brora and Japan’s Karuizawa. Refined cognacs, bespoke rums and fine bourbons round out the field of exceptional spirits. **Please note: A Buyer's premium of 17.5% is applicable to this sale.** Operated under license by Alberta Gaming Liquor and Cannabis and Alberta Auction license #820665.
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  • 2003
  • 46.90%
  • Speyside
  • Scotland
  • 750ml
  • OCC, Aged 25 Years or more
Lot 289

1978 Balvenie Single Barrel Malt Scotch Whisky aged 25 Years - 1 bottle(s)-750ml

Estimate: CAD$800 - CAD$1,200
Starting Bid
CAD$650
$481.48

Bid Increments

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CAD$0 CAD$20
CAD$500 CAD$50
CAD$1,000 CAD$100
CAD$2,000 CAD$200
CAD$3,000 CAD$250
CAD$5,000 CAD$500
CAD$10,000 CAD$1,000
CAD$20,000 CAD$2,000
CAD$50,000 CAD$5,000
CAD$100,000 CAD$10,000
This lot is comprised of 1 bottle(s) of 1978 Balvenie Single Barrel Malt Scotch Whisky aged 25 Years - 750ml. Estimate for this lot is between $800 - $1200 with a reserve of $650. This lot belongs to collection 11709.

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The Scotch was part of a large collection that the consignor’s father began over 40 years ago. He became interested in Scotch for its distinctive taste and the rich history behind its origins. His collecting journey started in the 1980s, with bottles sourced from the LCBO and acquired during his travels. Throughout the years, every bottle was carefully stored in a dedicated basement wine and whiskey bar room to ensure proper preservation.
Cask 6149. Bottle 125.