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Lot 2
Finest 8 year old Midleton Whiskey, Woodford Bourne Wine & Spirit Merchants, 1920s / 1930s
Result:
Reserve not met
Highest Bid:
€1,000
Bid History:
2 Bids
Distillery:
Midleton
Country:
Ireland
Age:
8 years
Condition:
Lot condition is quite good given the age of the bottle but please note the ageing to the label and the fact that the wax seal is no longer present.
Estimate:
€1,800 - €2,200
Description:
This is one of the oldest bottles we've had so far, which we believe to have come from the 1930s or maybe even the 1920's. The label may have been a generic one that was first introduced/ registered in 1910. It is from the old Midleton distillery and sold by Woodford Bourne and Co who were wine and spirit merchants in both Cork and Limerick. Woodford Bourne were established in 1750 and opened their Limerick premises in 1900. This is an 8 year old whiskey which based on the time wouldn't have been as common with some other younger whiskeys being the focus before Jameson decided to add their age statements. Woodford Bourne and Co was the second largest wine and spirit merchant in the country second only to Gilbeys. Certainly a piece of Irish whiskey history. Unfortunatety the old wax seal has deteriorated over time but as can be seen in the photos the cork is intact and there are no signs of any leakage, that said due to the rarity of the bottle and the lack of the wax seal we would recommend that the winning bidder collects it rather if possible than opting for shipping.
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All our lots are pre-owned so there may be some element of normal wear & tear present. If we ourselves have noted something unusual (beyond normal wear & tear) we will have mentioned it in the 'Condition' section.
We cannot be responsible for natural blemishes in the grain of wooden presentation boxes - wood is a natural product and it comes the way it comes.
If you have any other comments to make, specific queries to ask, or have noted any issues with a lot, please click here to contact us and we will get back to you promptly.