Bonhams Whisky Auctions
Historic international auction house (founded 1793) with a dedicated whisky department. Regular sales include rare Japanese whiskies including Karuizawa, Yamazaki, and Hibiki vintage bottles. Global reach with salerooms worldwide.
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Premier auction house for ultra rare Japanese whisky. Highest authentication standards. Buyer's premium is significant.
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Community Reviews
"Bonhams Whisky Auction is regarded as a premier venue for rare whisky, alongside Sotheby's and Christie's. Buyer's premium is the main point of discussion." (r/Scotch, ongoing)
"Bonhams listed an item as being in New York. It was not, it was in London and they never changed the listing after I alerted them. I have still not been able to get the piece released even though I paid the next day." (Trustpilot, 2025)
"Almost everything that could go wrong went wrong. The necklace was offered in a different auction than agreed. I am still waiting for the payment." (Trustpilot, 2026)
"Very serious, very professional! But the buyer's premium adds significant cost that you need to factor into any bid." (r/Scotch, 2022)