Auction Locations
At Whisky Auctioneer, making our auctions accessible to customers worldwide is a top priority. With locations across the UK and Europe, we make it easy to ship and receive bottles to and from whisky lovers around the world.
Our regional locations allow us to serve more people, build more connected shipping networks, and provide tailored support.
To help you navigate our auctions, each lot is marked with an icon indicating whether it’s being sold from the UK or the EU. To understand what this means for you, please refer to our lot location guide below before bidding.
Lot sold from UK office
- No VAT applicable to the hammer price
- VAT is applicable to all other fees and/or surcharges
Lot sold from UK Office with VAT
- Local VAT will be added at checkout, as this lot is being sold by a business
Lot sold from EU office:
- Please ensure that you are aware of local UK rules, which will apply
Lot sold from EU office
- No VAT applicable to the hammer price
- An excise fee will apply under EU Directive 2020/262
- VAT is applicable to all other fees and/or surcharges
Lot sold from UK office
- No VAT applicable to the hammer price
- Local tax in your home country may apply
Lot sold from UK office with VAT
- VAT is not applicable if shipping to an EU address
- Local tax in your home country may apply
Lot sold from the UK office
- No VAT applicable to the hammer price
- Local tax in your home country may apply
Lot sold from the UK office + VAT
- No VAT applicable to the hammer price
- VAT is applicable to all other fees and/or surcharges
Lot sold from the EU office
- No VAT applicable to the hammer price
- Local tax in your home country may apply
Shipping and Fees
Before bidding, please refer to our shipping information and buyer fees and payment terms. Important information to check before bidding includes the delivery options and shipping costs for your country, as well as any country specific customs, duties or fees.
Our regional and international offices uphold our commitment to delivering the exceptional service our clients expect:
- Access to a world-class selection of whisky
- Dedicated, expert support for sellers
- Local language assistance and professional advice
- Reliable services tailored to international clients
This global network allows us to connect buyers and sellers worldwide, ensuring the broadest reach across the whisky community.
Shipping Services
Buyer Fees and Payment Terms
Buyer's Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are based outside of the UK, you will only pay the 20% UK VAT if the bottle remains in the UK (this includes our storage facility in Perth).
If the bottle is to be shipped outside the UK, you will not pay the 20% UK VAT, however, local customs, duties and fees may apply depending on the location.
Whisky Auctioneer makes it easy for whisky enthusiasts and collectors worldwide to buy and sell whisky through our monthly online auctions.
For Sellers:
- Our expert Client Service team provides free valuations and support on safely getting your bottles to our offices in Perth, Utrecht or London.
- Once received, your bottles are authenticated, professionally photographed, and listed in the next available auction (or an auction of your choice).
- After the auction closes, you’ll receive payment within 21 working days, with seller fees deducted from the final amount.
For Buyers:
- Browse and bid on an exceptional selection of whisky from around the world.
- If you win, you’ll be notified by email and have 72 hours to complete payment.
- Choose to have your bottles shipped, stored, or collected. Buyer fees are applied at checkout.
Whether you’re selling rare vintages or looking for your next great bottle, our online auctions provide an effortless, trusted, and exciting way to buy and sell collectible whisky online.
Interested in Buying?
Discover and bid on old, rare and collectible whiskies in our online auctions each month.
Interested in Selling?
Our global whisky auctions give your bottles the attention they deserve. Get started with a free valuation today.