Simplifying Whisky Cask Ownership

As an alcohol product, the warehousing and movement of whisky casks is strictly controlled by HMRC, and all Scotch whisky casks must be kept in a government bonded warehouse in Scotland until the time at which they are bottled. This extensive oversight ensures the provenance of the assets can be verified to uphold the integrity and quality of the entire Scotch whisky industry.

Due to these restrictions, any individual or entity who wishes to purchase a cask has previously been required to first establish an account with a government bonded warehouse before they would be allowed to hold casks in their name. Additionally, if the party was deemed to be acting as a commercial entity due to bottling casks or acquiring a significant quantity of casks, then the purchaser was also required to become WOWGR registered.

However, Braeburn Whisky has simplified the process by which individual investors can purchase whisky casks by pioneering the first portfolio management service which allows investment in whisky casks without the traditional complexity.

Full Service Portfolio Management

As the world’s largest whisky cask investment platform, Braeburn Whisky is uniquely positioned to help you successfully navigate every aspect of your whisky cask investment journey by offering full-service portfolio management. From initial cask selection and storage, to monitoring your holdings and maximizing profit when it comes time to sell; you will be supported throughout the full lifecycle of your investments.

Available To Every Braeburn Client

When purchasing your cask through Braeburn Whisky, you will automatically benefit from our Braeburn Portfolio Management services, which gives you access to our unparalleled portfolio of casks and buyers, as well as the peace of mind of knowing that your own cask is being managed and protected by Braeburn Whisky.

Portfolio Management Options

As the world’s largest whisky cask investment platform, with over 6000 casks under management and more than 2500 clients, Braeburn Whisky is uniquely placed to help you to successfully navigate every aspect of your whisky cask investment journey, from initial cask selection and storage, to maximizing your profit when the time comes to sell.

Clients can also buy their casks directly through Braeburn Whisky and source their own insurance and warehousing services. Access to other Braeburn Portfolio Management services will be available subject to availability and further negotiation.

Braeburn Portfolio
Management

Casks managed by Braeburn Whisky

A third-party letter of confirmation from the warehouse confirming the cask’s location*

An Ownership Certificate issued by Braeburn Whisky that confirms the cask is undermanagement and you are listed as the beneficial owner of the cask

Insurance & storage just £65 per year

Access to online Client Portal

Dedicated Braeburn portfolio manager

Warehousing at Braeburn approved facility

Opportunity to schedule cask visits at our bonded warehouse in Speyside

Full access to Braeburn’s resale network (15% maximum commission)

Access to exclusive Braeburn bottling services

Legal ownership rights to your cask (Braeburn has no legal ownership)

Delivery Order

* Exclusions may apply for casks stored outside of Braeburn’s exclusive use Viewfield facility

Direct Cask
Ownership

Casks managed by Braeburn Whisky

A third-party letter of confirmation from the warehouse confirming the cask’s location*

An Ownership Certificate issued by Braeburn Whisky that confirms the cask is undermanagement and you are listed as the beneficial owner of the cask

Insurance & storage just £65 per year

Access to online Client Portal

Dedicated Braeburn portfolio manager

Warehousing at Braeburn approved facility

Opportunity to schedule cask visits at our bonded warehouse in Speyside

Full access to Braeburn’s resale network (15% maximum commission)

Access to exclusive Braeburn bottling services

Legal ownership rights to your cask (Braeburn has no legal ownership)

Delivery Order

Caring For Your Casks

Viewfield is a private, government-bonded warehouse for Braeburn Whisky client casks in Speyside, the heart of whisky country.

Respecting the heritage of Speyside, this brand-new facility has been built as a dunnage warehouse, mixing traditional storage methods with innovative tracking technology.

The warehouse is fully equipped to offer all the services needed to care for casks and maximise their value when the time comes to sell. From inventory and sampling to re-racking and re-gauging, our team will expertly manage all your cask needs at the new facility.

You are welcome to visit your cask at Viewfield; our site is well-equipped to receive visitors. However, it is extremely important to book your visit in advance with your sales representative or the Braeburn client care team. The warehouse is very popular and so we must limit the number of visitors we receive each day, to ensure the safety and security of all client casks, and the best possible experience for visitors.

Online Client Portal

The Braeburn Whisky Client Portal is a personalised online platform that gives clients a clear head start in building their portfolios and an easy way to keep track of their investments, spot opportunities and plan their exit strategies. The portal tracks changes in the projected value of casks to keep investors abreast of estimated changes in the value of their holdings.

Want To Get Started?

Request Invite & View Current Offerings

The Reserve is an online invite-only sales platform from Braeburn Whisky that provides instant access to current investment offerings. The system provides preferential access to the finest casks from Scotland’s top distilleries, as soon as they come on the market.

The Reserve is a fast and convenient way to reserve and purchase casks before they reach the general market. If you’d like to get access, request an invite today.

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