The Distillers One of One Auction

The Distillers One of One Auction returns on 10th October 2025
£4.3M / $5.25M raised for charity to date

About The Distillers One of One Auction

The Worshipful Company of Distillers and The Distillers’ Charity are thrilled to announce that The Distillers One of One Auction will return for a third edition on Friday 10th October 2025. Hosted at the resplendent Hopetoun House, widely considered to be one of Scotland’s finest stately homes, this is an unmissable showcase of rare and remarkable Scotch Whisky.

In partnership with Sotheby’s, The Distillers One of One Auction brings together an unparalleled collection of one-off, never-to-be-repeated Scotch whiskies from distilleries across the length and breadth of Scotland, each Lot showcasing the excellence and individuality of craftsmanship of Scotland’s most stellar distilleries. Held biennially, the previous two auctions in 2021 and 2023, have together raised £4.3M / $5.25M for charity.

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Results in numbers – 2021 & 2023

Delivered meaningful change
£4.3M hammer proceeds to date
81 lots from 43 donors
37 auction records broken

The Youth Action Fund

The Distillers’ Charity’s original purpose and aims, as with those of many Livery companies, lie in developing talent and knowledge in young people, focused on education and vocational training in the distilling industry.

The Youth Action Fund is supported by the proceeds of the Distillers One of One Auction Series, to transform the life chances of young people in Scotland aged between 16 and 25. The Fund’s portfolio of charities and impact monitoring is managed by Inspiring Scotland.

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Auction Lot Exhibition at Sotheby’s, London

19th to 30th September 2025

For a limited period only, Sotheby’s and The Distillers One of One are exhibiting a selection of extraordinary Scotch Whisky Lots that will go under the hammer in Edinburgh on 10th October 2025.

This is a rare opportunity to see the Lots in London ahead of the sale, and discover the exceptional craftsmanship and artistry that makes The Distillers One of One Auction lots so remarkable.

Sotheby’s London, 34 – 35 New Bond Street, London

Opening hours:

  • 09:00-16:30 Mon–Fri
  • 12:00-17:00 Sat–Sun

Exhibition opens Friday September 19th at 12pm