Sell Your Aged Nikka Whisky
Buying Taketsuru 17, 21, 25 and The Nikka 12 Year Old.
Nikka's pure malts and blends are masterpieces of balance. The discontinued 17, 21, and 25 year Taketsuru bottlings are highly coveted.
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.
- Taketsuru 17 Year Old
- Taketsuru 21 Year Old
- Taketsuru 25 Year Old
- The Nikka 12 Year Old (Premium Blend)
- The Nikka 40 Year Old
- Nikka Gold & Gold (Samurai)
- Nikka Tsuru 17 Year Old (Ceramic)
What We Do Not Buy
- Nikka Days
- Nikka From the Barrel (singles)
- Open bottles
- Broken ceramic decanters
- Empty bottles
What to Send for a Quote
- Front label showing age statement large and clear
- Neck label (if applicable)
- Box condition (wooden vs paper)
- Glass vs Ceramic check (for Tsuru)
- Fill level/Weight (for ceramics)
Condition Factors
- -Label Design: New vs Old label style affects value (Old Label is often preferred)
- -Box: 21 and 25 year boxes are substantial and valuable
- -Ceramic Weight: For Tsuru ceramics, we may ask for a weight check to verify fill
- -Seal: Plastic integrity on screw caps
Pricing Factors
- -Age: 25 Year is the unicorn, 21 Year is the standard gold, 17 Year is the entry collector
- -Discontinued Lines: The Nikka 12 was replaced by 'The Nikka Tailored', making the 12 valuable
- -Packaging: Gift sets with glasses or special stoppers
- -Market Availability: Global shortages of aged stock drive price
Common Questions
Is the new Taketsuru valuable?
Nikka re-released the NAS Taketsuru (white label). It is good whisky but holds less value than the age statements.
How much for the Samurai bottle?
Nikka Gold & Gold Samurai is a cool display piece, but the whisky inside is standard blend. Value is moderate.
Do you buy ceramic bottles?
Yes, specifically the Nikka Tsuru 17 ceramic decanters.
What about Nikka Coffey Malt?
We buy it, but usually as part of a larger collection or in bulk.
Do you buy Fortune '80?
Yes, older discontinued blends like Fortune '80 have a niche market.
Is 'The Nikka 12' rare?
It was discontinued after a short run, so it has become a minor collector item.
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.