Redbreast Dream Cask 38 Year Old - Zenith

Overview

Redbreast's Dream Cask series has developed a cult following—and the 2024 Zenith Edition took that legacy to the next level. Aged for 38 years and released through a ballot-only system, this bottle was priced affordably at £85 but carried instant collector appeal. With only limited allocations available, it became one of the cleanest high-end flips of the year for whisky investors.

How the Flip Happened

Ballot registration was announced via Redbreast’s official site and email list.

Discord alerts helped members enter early and track the ballot close.

The rarity and aging profile (38 years!) drew interest from both collectors and auctioneers.

Bottles resold for £250–£300 almost immediately, with auction houses listing select units.

Timeline: From Ballot to Bottled Profit

Ballot Opens

20/05/2024

The Dream Cask Zenith Edition ballot goes live at 12 pm GMT for Birdhouse members to enter for the chance to purchase the 38-year single pot still whiskey.

Ballot Winners Selected

27/05/2024

Selected entrants receive emails at 12 pm GMT with payment links; unsuccessful participants are notified simultaneously.

Bottles Delivered & Resale Listings Launch

15/06/2024

Shipping commences in mid-June. Collector listings begin appearing on auction platforms with hammer prices from €1,400–1,500.

Resale Market Heats Up

01/07/2024

Resale activity surges—bottles change hands around £275+ across UK collector groups and fine spirits auctions.

Useful Links / Resources

▶️ Redbreast Dream Cask 2024 Ballot Announcement

Final Thoughts

Zenith proved to be the most accessible Dream Cask to date—yet still delivered elite-level ROI. It’s a case study in how ballot-only premium bottles can be low-cost, low-risk flips with major upside for those in the know.