Buyback Bamboo Crane (Nikka) Series

Taketsuru is a tribute to Nikka Whisky founder Masataka Taketsuru (1894-1979), the "Father of Japanese Whisky". It is a blend of unblended whiskies from the Yoichi and Miyagikyo distilleries. In 2020, Nikka underwent a major revamp, discontinuing all 17/21/25-year-old aged expressions and retaining only the non-vintage Pure Malt core range. The market value of old vintage whiskies has since surged in the secondary market.

Taketsuru / Nikka Current Market Prices (HKD Reference)

Whisky Status Recent Secondary Market Price
Taketsuru 17 Year Old (Discontinued 2020) Discontinued HK$ 6,000 – 11,000
Taketsuru 21 Year Old (Discontinued 2020) Discontinued HK$ 15,000 – 26,000
Taketsuru 25 Year Old (Discontinued 2020) Discontinued HK$ 50,000 – 90,000
Taketsuru Pure Malt (NAS) Relaunched 2020 HK$ 700 – 1,300
Taketsuru 35 Year Old Extremely Rare Individual Valuation (Auction Grade)
Nikka From The Barrel 51.4% Core Range HK$ 380 – 600
Yoichi / Miyagikyo 12 / 15 / 20 Year Old (Discontinued 2015) Discontinued HK$ 4,000 – 18,000

Key Valuation Points for Taketsuru

  1. 2020 Discontinued Batch: The last batches of Taketsuru 17/21/25 Year Old have back label date codes from the first half of 2020, with later batches commanding the highest premiums.
  2. Bottle Glass vs. Wooden Box: The 21/25 Year Old expressions come with original wooden boxes and certificates. A deduction of 10-20% applies if either is missing.
  3. Old vs. New Pure Malt: The old version (with calligraphic Taketsuru characters on the bottle) prior to 2014 versus the new design after 2020. The former is still highly sought after by collectors.
  4. Yoichi / Miyagikyo Single Malt Vintage Whiskies: All were discontinued in 2015 and replaced by NAS versions. The old vintage whiskies are similarly rare.

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Quick Answer: How are these items valued?

Nikka Taketsuru 17/21/25 Year Old were all discontinued in 2020. Valuations for collection will be separated by vintage, old pure malt versions, and revamped versions. Discontinued pure malt vintage whiskies, complete with boxes and certificates, are the most sought after.

Discontinued Vintage Discontinued vintage, limited edition packaging, and distillery versions must be judged separately.
Box, Certificate, Seal Original box, certificate, seal, liquid level, and batch number on the bottle bottom should be clearly photographed.
Hong Kong Transactions Valuations are based on actual Hong Kong transactions and auction records, not online asking prices.

Related entries: Japanese Whisky Collection, Yoichi Collection, Yamazaki Collection.

Common FAQs

What is the resale value of the Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt series?

After the discontinuation of the entire Taketsuru 17, 21, and 25-year-old series, their resale prices have soared dramatically. The 25-year-old is the rarest and holds exceptionally high collector's value. The current non-vintage version has a relatively more affordable resale price.

Is Taketsuru a blended whisky?

Taketsuru is a Pure Malt whisky, meaning it is a blend of malt whiskies from the Yoichi and Miyagikyo distilleries. It does not contain grain whisky, offering a higher quality level than typical blended whiskies.

What should I pay attention to when storing vintage Taketsuru whiskies?

Like other whiskies, it should be stored upright, away from light and heat. The corks of Taketsuru are of good quality, so under normal conditions, it can be preserved for decades without issue.

How do I start selling my Taketsuru series?

WhatsApp 94530784 with a photo of the label and vintage information. We will reply with a quote within the same day and can arrange on-site collection.

When will payment be made after the transaction?

Payment will be settled on the spot, no waiting required. After on-site inspection and confirmation, payment will be made immediately, with support for various payment methods.

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