Sell Your Balvenie Tun Whisky
Direct buyer for Balvenie Tun 1401, 1509, and 1858.
The Balvenie Tun series showcases David Stewart's mastery of blending rare casks in dedicated marrying tuns. Tun 1401 is widely considered one of the best non-age-statement whiskies ever made.
What We Buy (Examples)
These are examples, not a full list. If you have anything else from this producer, including older bottles and odd releases, submit it and we will review it.
- Balvenie Tun 1401 (Batches 1-9)
- Balvenie Tun 1509 (All Batches)
- Balvenie Tun 1858 (Travel Retail)
- Balvenie 50 Year Old
- Balvenie 40 Year Old
- Balvenie DCS Compendium Releases
What We Do Not Buy
- Balvenie DoubleWood 12 (Standard)
- Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 (Standard)
- Open tubes
- Empty bottles
What to Send for a Quote
- Front label showing Batch Number
- Tube condition
- Fill level
- Seal condition
- Import sticker (if any)
Condition Factors
- -Batch Number: This is the #1 value driver. Batch 1 of Tun 1401 is exponentially more valuable than Batch 9.
- -Tube: Unique tubular packaging adds value. Dents reduce it.
- -Label: Verify batch number matches tube.
- -Fill: Standard neck fill required.
Pricing Factors
- -Series: Tun 1401 > Tun 1509 > Tun 1858.
- -Batch Rarity: Early batches of 1401 were distillery exclusives.
- -Market Trend: Tun 1401 is a cult classic; prices are stable and high.
- -Bottle Size: Some batches vary by region (700ml vs 750ml).
Common Questions
Which Tun 1401 batch is best?
Collectors prize Batch 1 (Distillery Only) and Batch 3 (US Release). All are valuable.
Is Tun 1509 worth as much?
No, Tun 1509 was the successor with larger outturns. It is valuable, but less than 1401.
Do you buy DCS Compendium?
Yes, we look for chapters from the DCS Compendium series.
What about the 30 Year Old?
Yes, we buy Balvenie 30 and 40 Year Old releases.
Do you buy Golden Cask?
Yes, rare limited releases like Golden Cask and Rose are of interest.
How do I pack the tube?
Wrap the tube in bubble wrap, do not put the bottle inside the tube without padding if it is loose.
Ready to sell?
Get a direct offer with no consignment fees.
Not sure what you have or do not see it listed? Submit it through the form, or text photos to 213-770-9463.