Glenmorangie has released a 50-year-old single malt limited to 149 bottles, its oldest whisky to date, but the price and any Asian allocation are not confirmed in the brand's own announcement.

TL;DR

  • Glenmorangie 50 Years Old is the Highland distillery's oldest release, with only 149 bottles made, each sold with a handmade porcelain case.
  • It includes some of the last malt made in the distillery's own floor maltings, which stopped malting barley on site in 1977.
  • Reported prices range from about GBP 25,000 to GBP 25,800 (US$36,000), but the LVMH release states no price and no Asian availability.

What is Glenmorangie 50 Years Old?

Glenmorangie is a Highland single malt distillery in Tain, Scotland, part of LVMH's Moët Hennessy group. According to the LVMH announcement published on 30 September 2026, only 149 bottles have been produced of its oldest whisky to date. Dr Bill Lumsden, Glenmorangie's Master Distiller, who joined in 1995, selected the whisky. It comes from the 1970s, from some of the last malt produced in the distillery's own floor maltings. Press coverage reports a strength of 45.7% ABV.

How was it matured, and what comes with the bottle?

Per LVMH, Lumsden set casks aside in 1999 and combined whisky matured mainly in bourbon casks with a smaller share from sherry casks, then moved it into an old bourbon cask for a long final rest. Sources differ on the exact length of that final period, so Whisky Bulletin does not state it here. Each bottle comes with a handmade porcelain case made with American ceramic artist Peter Pincus, his partner Laurie, and their studio. LVMH says they spent over three years developing 50 pigments and new ceramic techniques, and the 149 cases form one composition titled "Together in Spirit."

How much does it cost, and can Asian buyers get it?

The LVMH release gives no price. Other outlets report roughly GBP 25,000 to GBP 25,800, or about US$36,000. One report says sales run through select retailers, the Moët Hennessy Private Client Team network, and the distillery visitor centre in Tain. None of the sources reviewed names a Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan or wider Asian allocation, so collectors in the region should ask authorised retailers directly.

Why does it matter for APAC collectors and investors?

Ultra-aged, tiny-run releases sit at the top of the collectable market, where scarcity and provenance drive interest. Whisky Bulletin has recently covered the Macallan 1926 auction at https://whiskybulletin.com/macallan-1926-sells-for-gbp-2-1m-at-sothebys-first-distillery-auction-what-apac-collectors-should-note/ and IWSR's status-spirits data at https://whiskybulletin.com/status-whisky-buyers-want-proof-not-prestige-what-iwsrs-new-data-means-for-apac-cask-investors/ , which is useful context for judging how rare releases are priced. Buyers should look for documented provenance, an authorised seller and the full numbered case. Future resale value is not guaranteed and this is not financial advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bottles of Glenmorangie 50 Years Old exist?

Only 149 bottles have been produced, according to the LVMH announcement.

What is the price of Glenmorangie 50 Years Old?

LVMH does not state a price. Other outlets report about GBP 25,000 to GBP 25,800 (US$36,000).

Why is the whisky unusual?

It includes some of the last malt made in Glenmorangie's own floor maltings, which Vinepair reports closed in 1977, and it is packaged in a handmade porcelain case.

Sources and Method

Primary source: LVMH, "Glenmorangie unveils its oldest whisky, 50 years in the making," https://www.lvmh.com/en/news-lvmh/glenmorangie-unveils-its-oldest-whisky-50-years-in-the-making . Independent cross-checks: Vinepair, https://vinepair.com/booze-news/glenmorangie-50-year-scotch-oldest-whisky-yet/ and Luxurious Magazine's October 2026 round-up. Price, ABV and retail channels come from press coverage, not from the LVMH release. Tasting notes differ between sources and are omitted. Photo credit: Glenmorangie / LVMH.