Old Liquors Inc, a Miami-based company dealing in ultra-rare vintage wine and spirits, is pleased to announce the sale of a bottle of 1780 Harewood Barbados rum for a world record price of $29,999 to a collector in Switzerland. Since the 18th century, when it was made on the Harewood estate in Barbados, this rare and excellent rum has a storied past. It was discovered in 2011 in the cellar of Harewood House in England and sold for £7,990 (equivalent to $9,500) at Christie’s in 2013.
The recent sale of the 1780 Harewood Barbados rum for $29,999 demonstrates its worth and allure among rum connoisseurs. Old Liquors Inc. is honored to have had the chance to sell such a rare rum and expects that it will offer its new owner much pleasure.
Bart Laming, CEO of Old Liquors Inc., stated, “We are happy to be a part of the world of great rum collecting.” “This sale exemplifies the enduring allure of rare and exceptional spirits. We anticipate continue to provide our consumers with the finest rare and premium spirits from throughout the globe.”
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