The English Whisky Coronation of King Charles III – 2023
70cl / 46%
£169.00
- Malt type: Single Malt
- Region: England
- Chilfiltered: No
- Coloring: No
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Limited decanter release marrying ex-bourbon and PX sherry casks to mark the 6 May 2023 Coronation.
At-a-Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Distillery / Bottler / Country & Region | St George’s (The English Distillery) / Distillery bottling / England, Norfolk |
| Category | Single Malt English Whisky |
| Age / Vintage / Bottled | Not stated / 2023 / 2023 |
| ABV & Size(s) | 46% / 70cl |
| Cask / Treatment | Matured in ex-bourbon and Pedro Ximenez sherry casks; unpeated spirit |
| Natural Colour | Stated by retailer as no added colour |
| Non-Chill-Filtered | Stated by retailer |
| Cask Strength | No |
| Bottle count / Outturn | 5,000 bottles worldwide (1,600 for UK retail allocation) |
| Intended channel | Global specialist retail via UK allocation and export |
| Packaging | Engraved decanter in commemorative gift tin |
| Notes on discrepancies | None material; UK RRP varied by retailer at launch. |
Historical Context
This commemorative sits within the brand’s Royal Range releases. It marks the Coronation of King Charles III on 6 May 2023, with design cues (decanter and regal tin) aimed at both whisky and royal memorabilia collectors. The English Distillery’s positioning as England’s established single malt producer made it a natural issuer for a Royal event of national significance.
Technical Specification & Variant Map
2.1 Documented variants
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Coronation of King Charles III, 2023, 46% 70cl decanter + tin.
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No official alternate sizes or strengths published; allocations differed by market (UK allocation 1,600 within a 5,000-bottle global outturn).
Variant Matrix
| ABV | Volume | Market | Era cues | Relative desirability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46% | 70cl (decanter) | UK | 2023 Coronation; engraved decanter; UK allocation 1,600 | High (UK allocation) |
| 46% | 70cl (decanter) | Export | 2023 Coronation; engraved decanter; global outturn 5,000 | High (complete set with tin) |
2.2 Packaging & authenticity checklist
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Container: Clear engraved decanter with matching stopper; ensure engraving quality and spelling accuracy.
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Outer: Regal cylindrical or rectangular tin with matching graphics; minor retail variations exist in sticker placement.
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Stamps/stickers: UK duty stamp on bottle for domestic sales; some auction lots will show retail barcode stickers on tin base.
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Codes: Batch/bottle code may be laser-etched on glass shoulder or base; verify 46% and 70cl match.
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Pitfalls: Decanter slosh marks can hide low fills; inspect at eye level. Tin dents common; document condition. Avoid sets lacking the decanter closure.
2.3 Regulatory/terminology notes
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Single malt English whisky statement; NCF and natural colour claims are communicated via retailer technical copy; the bottling is not cask strength.
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No age statement, compliant under UK regulations.
Liquid Profile (from verifiable notes)
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Nose: Toffee, orchard fruits (cherry, baked apple), chocolate from PX influence over vanilla from bourbon casks.
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Palate: Rich, sweet sherry tones (chocolate, toffee) integrated with fruit and gentle oak from ex-bourbon.
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Finish: Medium-long, chocolate-toffee with lingering apple/cherry.
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With water: PX notes open to softer cocoa and dried fruit; sweetness balances oak.
Pricing & Market Dynamics (GBP)
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Original RRP (GBP): Varied by seller; specialist price points clustered c. £165–£250 at release.
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Current UK retail range (GBP, incl. VAT): £165–£250 where available (sold out at many retailers).
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Recent UK/EU auction range (GBP, hammer): £55–£70 (Mar–Aug 2024) up to mid-£60s; variability by auction house and condition.
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Pricing stratification: Single spec only; complete set (intact tin, pristine engraving) carries a premium over scuffed tins or missing stoppers.
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Liquidity & sourcing note: Regularly appears at UK whisky auctions post-launch; retail availability is sporadic.
Price Snapshot
| Channel | Date | Bottle spec | Price (GBP) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DigiDistiller (retail) | 2023–24 | 70cl, 46%, decanter + tin | £164.99 | Sold out |
| The Spirit Specialist (retail) | 2025 | 70cl, 46%, decanter + tin | £250.00 | Consignment sale |
| Whisky-Online Auctions | Mar 2024 | 70cl, 46%, decanter + tin | £67.50 | Hammer |
| Whisky Hammer | Feb–Aug 2024 | 70cl, 46%, decanter + tin | c. £55–£60 | Hammer; multiple sales observed |
Distillery/Bottler Snapshot
The English Distillery runs on Forsyths stills with all maturation and bottling on site. House style for unpeated spirit trends toward cereal-led sweetness with orchard fruit; PX casks add chocolate/raisin depth. The site is acknowledged as the first registered English single malt distillery of the modern era (2006), with a visitor centre and increasing small-batch/commemorative activity.
Sourcing
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Target formats/eras to prefer
Full presentation (decanter, stopper, tin) in excellent condition; documented UK allocation pieces can appeal to domestic buyers. -
Red flags to avoid
Low fills (common in decanters), missing stoppers, dented tins, or smudged engravings. -
Condition thresholds (fill/box/labels)
High shoulder fill; mint tin with minimal edge wear; clear duty stamp (UK). -
Margin/velocity expectations — qualitative
Healthy auction turnover; pricing sensitive to presentation quality and timing around royal news cycles.
