Crafting Tomorrow with Integrity and Vision
Our vision at Vintage Whisky Group is to be the global pinnacle of whisky expertise and luxury. We aspire to inspire and lead the whisky industry by setting the highest standards in the curation, trading, and enjoyment of vintage whiskies. VWG aims to cultivate a worldwide community of whisky lovers and collectors who share a passion for exceptional, rare, and sustainably sourced spirits.
Our Vision
We envision a future where our commitment to excellence, authenticity, and innovation not only enhances the enjoyment of whisky but also preserves its rich heritage for future generations. Through our strategic network of subsidiaries, from our bonded warehouse to tasting rooms, we strive to make the world of fine whisky accessible and engaging to enthusiasts everywhere, enriching their lives with unique, luxurious experiences that only VWG can provide.
Bespoke Solutions
Family offices and Institutional Investors
✓ Commercial Banks
✓ Pension Funds
✓ Hedge Funds
✓ Insurance Companies
✓ Endowment Funds
✓ Mutual Funds
✓ Other Appointed Introducers
✓ Frequently asked questions
The Vintage Whisky Group are well versed in offering bespoke solutions for institutions wishing to diversify their portfolio into this much sought after and high profile commodity.
As well as diluting risk a diversified portfolio of whisky casks offers institutions a tangible, tradable asset not linked to markets or indices in this current volatile economic climate.
Cask whisky portfolio purchase is essentially a simple proposition over the medium to long term. The older a cask is the more it is worth. Using our expertise we can help build a bespoke portfolio for your clients that meets their needs.
Our Mission
At Vintage Whisky Group, we are committed to elevating the experience of whisky connoisseurs around the world. Our mission is to expertly source, store, and distribute the finest and most exclusive vintage whiskies, delivering unparalleled quality and service. Through our comprehensive network of subsidiaries, including acquisition, bottling, retail, and distillery operations, we provide a complete spectrum of whisky-related services that cater to individual enthusiasts, collectors, and institutional investors alike. By fostering a culture of excellence and innovation, VWG aims to enhance the appreciation of vintage whisky, ensuring each client encounter is both exceptional and memorable.
Re-defining the investment landscape
Why the Vintage Whisky Group?
13 years of trading
6 proven exit strategies
Access to an asset not linked to markets that offers stability to diversified investment portfolios
A wide range of casks from £10,000 to £500,000+
A dedicated cask portfolio ownership portal
A multi award-winning bottling arm
Lifestyle events
Our own HMRC licensed bonded warehouse (to hold 37,500 casks) located in Campbeltown, Scotland
Our client Rod shares his experience.
Strategic partnerships
Invest with insight
The first important step is that we provide you with our due diligence pack for review. We want all institutions to feel totally comfortable that they are dealing with a long established bona fide company at the forefront of their field of expertise.
Once the due diligence box is ticked and where applicable, committee approval is obtained, we would welcome a face to face visit to our offices in Central London or over Zoom.
Key at that meeting is establishing your core objectives. Whether it be a family office or other institutional investors, we will ensure we build a bespoke strategy based on your requirements.
Family Trust Funds
A family trust for whisky cask investment offers a unique and lucrative way to secure long-term wealth. By pooling resources to purchase whisky casks, families can benefit from the significant appreciation of well-aged single malts over 16, 18, or 21 years. This strategy diversifies investment portfolios and provides a hedge against inflation, with the trust ensuring optimal cask management for maximum returns.
Key Benefits:
- Long-Term Wealth Growth: Whisky casks appreciate significantly over 16, 18, or 21 years.
- Diversification: Adds a unique asset class to family investment portfolios.
- Inflation Hedge: Whisky’s value typically increases, providing protection against inflation.
- Optimal Management: The trust ensures casks are stored and managed in ideal conditions.
Additional Advantages:
- Family Bonding: Strengthens family ties through shared investment and responsibility.
- Legacy Creation: Establishes a lasting financial legacy for future generations.
- Enjoyment: Offers unique experiences like distillery visits, tastings, and sampling aging whisky.
Next Steps
You must be 18 or over to order with Vintage Acquisitions
*Vintage Acquisitions are not tax experts or financial advisers. If you need further clarification or advice on cask whisky purchasing please contact your financial adviser and tax specialist.
– Whisky cask investments are unregulated in the UK
– Fees apply and these are outlined in our terms and conditions
1. Vintage Acquisitions are not tax experts. If you need further clarification or advice on cask whisky purchase please contact your tax specialist or accountant.
2. We are not financial advisers, and the information in our brochure and on our website is purely to inform you about the nature of the Scottish whisky industry so that you can make an informed decision should you choose to buy a cask. We recommend you to speak to your financial adviser in the first instance.
3. The value of cask whisky can go up as well as down. If you wish to speak to someone regarding the cask buying process or any points raised in this guide or our website, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
4. If you wish to sample or bottle your cask. Please be aware duty and VAT will be due before the whisky has been bottled and the finished goods are removed from the HMRC licence warehouse. This remains the responsibility of the cask owner.
5. It is advisable to perform regular health checks on your cask every 3 years. Cask services are chargeable to the client, these include, regauging, samples and photographs.
6. Our WOWGR certificate (Departmental Trader Registration Number: 127 4643 13/0001) issued by HMRC, authorises us to store cask whisky in any appropriately approved Scottish excise warehouse. Therefore, we store casks of whisky across a number of distilleries and HMRC approved facilities in Scotland.