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SMWS Glengoyne 【123.1】 — The Society's Very First Glengoyne Cask
Auction dates: 24–31 August 2026
Closing time: 31 August 2026, 20:00 HKT
SMWS Glengoyne【123.1】, the Society's very first cask release from Glengoyne distillery.
●The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS)
Founded in 1983, the Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) is one of the world's most renowned independent bottlers. The Society bottles exclusively at single cask strength, without chill filtration or added colouring, preserving each cask's original character and distillery craftsmanship in full.
●What the Numbers Mean？
SMWS uses a distinctive two-part numbering system: the number before the decimal point identifies the distillery, while the number after it indicates how many casks from that distillery the Society has released to date.
●Glengoyne and SMWS【123】
The code "123" belongs exclusively to Glengoyne, a distillery located in the Scottish Highlands. Casks released by Glengoyne to independent bottlers are notably scarce in the market. Across the Society's entire history, only 35 Glengoyne single casks have ever been released — making it one of the rarest distillery codes in the SMWS catalogue.
●The First【.1】Cask
Under the SMWS numbering system, ".1" denotes a distillery's very first cask release in the Society's history. As Glengoyne's inaugural bottling under code 123, "123.1" holds a unique place as the first-ever release from this distillery. Among collectors, a distillery's SMWS ".1" first release — especially from a sought-after distillery — is consistently one of the most contested lots at auction.
For collectors chasing distillery "first cask" milestones and genuinely scarce releases, "123.1" is not to be missed.
➥ Register now to bid this whisky!
Closing time: 31 August 2026, 20:00 HKT
SMWS Glengoyne【123.1】, the Society's very first cask release from Glengoyne distillery.
●The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS)
Founded in 1983, the Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) is one of the world's most renowned independent bottlers. The Society bottles exclusively at single cask strength, without chill filtration or added colouring, preserving each cask's original character and distillery craftsmanship in full.
●What the Numbers Mean？
SMWS uses a distinctive two-part numbering system: the number before the decimal point identifies the distillery, while the number after it indicates how many casks from that distillery the Society has released to date.
●Glengoyne and SMWS【123】
The code "123" belongs exclusively to Glengoyne, a distillery located in the Scottish Highlands. Casks released by Glengoyne to independent bottlers are notably scarce in the market. Across the Society's entire history, only 35 Glengoyne single casks have ever been released — making it one of the rarest distillery codes in the SMWS catalogue.
●The First【.1】Cask
Under the SMWS numbering system, ".1" denotes a distillery's very first cask release in the Society's history. As Glengoyne's inaugural bottling under code 123, "123.1" holds a unique place as the first-ever release from this distillery. Among collectors, a distillery's SMWS ".1" first release — especially from a sought-after distillery — is consistently one of the most contested lots at auction.
For collectors chasing distillery "first cask" milestones and genuinely scarce releases, "123.1" is not to be missed.
➥ Register now to bid this whisky!
Showa Master Kazuo Uemura × Japan's ACORN Whisky Shop — A 1995 Speyside Single Cask Sherry Whisky
Auction dates: 24–31 August 2026
End time: 20:00 HKT – 31 August 2026
In the world of whisky collecting, the most captivating bottles are rarely about the liquid alone — it's the story and artistry behind them that make them unforgettable. Heading to auction on LuxAuc is exactly that kind of bottle: a commemorative release born from a collaboration between Japanese whisky specialist ACORN and the late, legendary manga artist Kazuo Uemura — the Secret Speyside Single Malt 1995 24YO.
Kazuo Uemura, the "Artist of the Shōwa Era"
Kazuo Uemura was one of postwar Japan's most influential manga artists and illustrators. His breakout 1972 work Dōsei Jidai (Living Together) captivated the nation, with its heroine Kyōko's falling tears rendered like scattering petals — an image that came to define the lyrical melancholy of the Shōwa era. Known for his flowing, delicate linework blending romance and sorrow in his depictions of women, Uemura earned the title "Artist of the Shōwa Era," and his aesthetic continues to shape Japanese illustration and manga to this day.
The "Kazuo Uemura Bijinga Collection" Commemorative Bottling
In 2020, to mark the 80th anniversary of Uemura's birth, ACORN selected this iconic artwork for the debut label of a limited series, pairing the most celebrated scene from Dōsei Jidai with an undisclosed Speyside single cask.
This whisky is more than a collector's item — it's a genuine cross-disciplinary tribute to art and craft:
Region: Speyside (undisclosed distillery)
Distilled: 1995
Bottled: 2020 (24 years old)
Cask type: Sherry Butt
ABV: 51.6%, bottled at cask strength, non-chill filtered
Twenty-four years in a sherry butt have given this whisky deep notes of dried fruit, cocoa, and leather, carried by the intensity of cask-strength bottling — a must-see for sherry cask enthusiasts and Japanese whisky collectors alike. With Uemura's artwork on the label, this bottle stands as an exceptional crossover piece for art and whisky collectors.
Whether you're a devotee of Kazuo Uemura's art or a collector of Japanese single cask whisky, this limited commemorative bottling deserves your attention. Register now on LuxAuc to bid on this rare fusion of Shōwa-era aesthetics and whisky craftsmanship.
End time: 20:00 HKT – 31 August 2026
In the world of whisky collecting, the most captivating bottles are rarely about the liquid alone — it's the story and artistry behind them that make them unforgettable. Heading to auction on LuxAuc is exactly that kind of bottle: a commemorative release born from a collaboration between Japanese whisky specialist ACORN and the late, legendary manga artist Kazuo Uemura — the Secret Speyside Single Malt 1995 24YO.
Kazuo Uemura, the "Artist of the Shōwa Era"
Kazuo Uemura was one of postwar Japan's most influential manga artists and illustrators. His breakout 1972 work Dōsei Jidai (Living Together) captivated the nation, with its heroine Kyōko's falling tears rendered like scattering petals — an image that came to define the lyrical melancholy of the Shōwa era. Known for his flowing, delicate linework blending romance and sorrow in his depictions of women, Uemura earned the title "Artist of the Shōwa Era," and his aesthetic continues to shape Japanese illustration and manga to this day.
The "Kazuo Uemura Bijinga Collection" Commemorative Bottling
In 2020, to mark the 80th anniversary of Uemura's birth, ACORN selected this iconic artwork for the debut label of a limited series, pairing the most celebrated scene from Dōsei Jidai with an undisclosed Speyside single cask.
This whisky is more than a collector's item — it's a genuine cross-disciplinary tribute to art and craft:
Region: Speyside (undisclosed distillery)
Distilled: 1995
Bottled: 2020 (24 years old)
Cask type: Sherry Butt
ABV: 51.6%, bottled at cask strength, non-chill filtered
Twenty-four years in a sherry butt have given this whisky deep notes of dried fruit, cocoa, and leather, carried by the intensity of cask-strength bottling — a must-see for sherry cask enthusiasts and Japanese whisky collectors alike. With Uemura's artwork on the label, this bottle stands as an exceptional crossover piece for art and whisky collectors.
Whether you're a devotee of Kazuo Uemura's art or a collector of Japanese single cask whisky, this limited commemorative bottling deserves your attention. Register now on LuxAuc to bid on this rare fusion of Shōwa-era aesthetics and whisky craftsmanship.
【Auction Guide】Vickrey Auction Rules & Bidding Mechanics: The Second-Price Logic
Learn exactly how LuxAuc's Vickrey (second-price) auction works — including a real bidding example and how your final payment is calculated.
LuxAuc Whisky Auction utilizes the "Vickrey Auction" mechanism (also known as a second-price sealed-bid auction) to ensure a fair, transparent, and efficient bidding environment.
This guide explains the logic behind our platform：
1. What is a Vickrey Auction?
In a Vickrey Auction, the bidding process follows three core principles designed to protect the buyer:
- Sealed-Bid Auction: Bidders submit their maximum bid via the system. All bids remain confidential and are not disclosed to other participants.
- Winning Rule: The highest bidder wins the item.
- Payment Rule: The winner pays the "second-highest bid" (the next highest price) rather than their own original bid.
【Bidding Case Study】
- Bidder A: Submitted a bid of HK$ 3,800 (Unsuccessful).
- Bidder B: Submitted a bid of HK$ 4,500 (Unsuccessful, second-highest bid).
- Bidder C: Submitted the highest bid of HK$ 5,000 (Winning Bid).
Winner and Final Payment: 【 Bidder C. Payment Amount: HK$ 4,500 】
Reason: According to the rules, Bidder C only pays the second-highest price in the auction (Bidder B's bid). The final total consists of HK$ 4,500 + a 12% buyer’s premium.
2. Closing Time & Anti-Sniping Extension
- Standard Closing: 8:00 PM (HKT).
- Auto-Extension: If a bid is placed within the last 5 minutes (after 7:55 PM), the auction for that specific lot will automatically extend by an additional 5 minutes.
- Finalization: The auction concludes only when no further bids are placed within the final 5-minute window.
Please click "Register Now" to become a member!
LuxAuc Whisky Auction utilizes the "Vickrey Auction" mechanism (also known as a second-price sealed-bid auction) to ensure a fair, transparent, and efficient bidding environment.
This guide explains the logic behind our platform：
1. What is a Vickrey Auction?
In a Vickrey Auction, the bidding process follows three core principles designed to protect the buyer:
- Sealed-Bid Auction: Bidders submit their maximum bid via the system. All bids remain confidential and are not disclosed to other participants.
- Winning Rule: The highest bidder wins the item.
- Payment Rule: The winner pays the "second-highest bid" (the next highest price) rather than their own original bid.
【Bidding Case Study】
- Bidder A: Submitted a bid of HK$ 3,800 (Unsuccessful).
- Bidder B: Submitted a bid of HK$ 4,500 (Unsuccessful, second-highest bid).
- Bidder C: Submitted the highest bid of HK$ 5,000 (Winning Bid).
Winner and Final Payment: 【 Bidder C. Payment Amount: HK$ 4,500 】
Reason: According to the rules, Bidder C only pays the second-highest price in the auction (Bidder B's bid). The final total consists of HK$ 4,500 + a 12% buyer’s premium.
2. Closing Time & Anti-Sniping Extension
- Standard Closing: 8:00 PM (HKT).
- Auto-Extension: If a bid is placed within the last 5 minutes (after 7:55 PM), the auction for that specific lot will automatically extend by an additional 5 minutes.
- Finalization: The auction concludes only when no further bids are placed within the final 5-minute window.
Please click "Register Now" to become a member!
【Private Sales Service】Tailored Sourcing for Whisky Collectors
LuxAuc’s mission is to find rare and fine wines from around the world for our members. After years of steady growth as an auction house, we have built a strong network of collectors across Hong Kong, Taiwan, and overseas. Because every collector has different goals, we offer a Private Sales Service alongside our regular online auctions to meet your specific needs.
【Success Story: Macallan 40 Year Old 2005 — Duty Free Exclusive】
The professional team at LuxAuc has recently found a rare, discontinued bottle for a collector, which is limited to only 450 bottles worldwide.
According to information from Whiskybase, before 2005, official Macallan 40-year-old whiskies only appeared in the Fine & Rare series (1961–2001). This Duty Free Exclusive, which is officially labelled '40 Years Old', is the first bottling in the brand's history to be named after this specific age. With an ABV of 43% and only 450 bottles available globally, it is an exceptionally rare item for top-tier collections.
【Sourcing Outside the Auction Calendar】
With private sales, you do not have to wait for an official auction. You can send us specific buying requests at any time. Whether you want a particular distillery, a legendary winery, a rare vintage, or a unique bottling, our team will use our global network to find it for you.
Also, if you missed out on a specific lot in a past LuxAuc auction, you can ask us to contact the owner to negotiate a private purchase.
【Confidentiality and Flexible Pricing】
Unlike public auctions, all private sales are completely confidential to protect your privacy. Prices are negotiated directly between the buyer and the seller based on current market value and how rare the wine is. This service gives you a flexible, private alternative to the traditional auction room.
Contact Us
If you are looking for a specific wine, please contact our team through these channels:
Email: info@luxauc.com
WhatsApp: +852 97401416
LINE ID: luxauchk
【Success Story: Macallan 40 Year Old 2005 — Duty Free Exclusive】
The professional team at LuxAuc has recently found a rare, discontinued bottle for a collector, which is limited to only 450 bottles worldwide.
According to information from Whiskybase, before 2005, official Macallan 40-year-old whiskies only appeared in the Fine & Rare series (1961–2001). This Duty Free Exclusive, which is officially labelled '40 Years Old', is the first bottling in the brand's history to be named after this specific age. With an ABV of 43% and only 450 bottles available globally, it is an exceptionally rare item for top-tier collections.
【Sourcing Outside the Auction Calendar】
With private sales, you do not have to wait for an official auction. You can send us specific buying requests at any time. Whether you want a particular distillery, a legendary winery, a rare vintage, or a unique bottling, our team will use our global network to find it for you.
Also, if you missed out on a specific lot in a past LuxAuc auction, you can ask us to contact the owner to negotiate a private purchase.
【Confidentiality and Flexible Pricing】
Unlike public auctions, all private sales are completely confidential to protect your privacy. Prices are negotiated directly between the buyer and the seller based on current market value and how rare the wine is. This service gives you a flexible, private alternative to the traditional auction room.
Contact Us
If you are looking for a specific wine, please contact our team through these channels:
Email: info@luxauc.com
WhatsApp: +852 97401416
LINE ID: luxauchk
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