FAQ

In the long run, investing in whisky casks can yield an average annual returns of 12%-18%. This potential for profit is linked to whisky's global appeal and robust sales. The market for collectible and rare whisky casks has seen unprecedented price levels.

Even though past performance is not guaranteed, there is more demand than ever for high-quality whisky. In a recent Knight Frank wealth report, expert financiers named whisky as the best alternative investment.

Some 150+ distilleries are now in operation in Scotland, creating some legendary whiskies that have been fetching jaw-dropping rates at auction.

Yes, it is. When you invest in whisky, you get the satisfaction of having an actual, physical product as security. It also helps spread out the risks of your other investments. All of the casks are fully insured and kept in Scotland in bonded warehouses regulated by HMRC.

Comprehensive quality controls are done before the whisky is filled into the cask. Once the whisky is in the cask it is rare for it to spoil and any spirit quality problems are almost certainly due to a subpar cask which can be sequestered before blending or bottling. Whisky Cask Club customers are protected from any quality issues by our standard commercial arrangement with suppliers.

In the improbable event of the distillery going bust. It would have no impact on your casks. Your barrels only provide a storage solution and the distillery has no lien over them. We would move your barrels to a 3rd Party Bonded Warehouse if needed.

Casks can be filled for the first time or filled again. “First fill” refers to a cask used to age Scotch for the first time. If it is used more than once, it is called a “refill” cask.

The Whisky Cask Club Pte Ltd is a Singapore ACRA registered and regulated company, UEN 202215310M. The registered address is 1 North Bridge Road, #18-06, High Street Centre, Singapore, 179094. Our office address is 206A Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068641

Whisky casks are sold ‘over the counter’ (OTC). The pricing is typically determined by the last, similar, cask sold. There are several sites that have various indices which are a good indicator of market performance. Rare Whisky 101 and the Knight Frank Luxury Index are good places to look.

If WCC were to become insolvent, you’d still own the cask you purchased. The storage and insurance fees have already been prepaid. Should it become necessary, you’ll be able to find a different company to help you sell your whisky.