As we are brokers of bottles not retailers we aim to get the best price for our clients and the lowest price for our buyers.

Typically retail prices are much higher due to overheads, VAT etc

Auction results tend to fluctuate but are riskier for sellers.

Our prices sit in the middle where the buyer is paying less than retail and the buyer is getting more than at auction.

Yes! Once we receive a bottle from our client we photograph it and store it in a secure location where it is ready to be shipped out to you immediately.

We provide a free valuation for all bottles. Please note our store specialises in rare and collectible bottles and some bottles may not be suitable for our store, but we are happy to help you in selling them through partnered auction houses.

We have clients around the world and where possible are happy to source pieces for your collection. Please get in touch via the contact page and we will be happy to discuss this with you

Mark Littler LTD are brokers and as such many bottles will not be applicable for VAT.

Where Mark Littler LTD are acting as an agent for a client and selling a bottle on their behalf this will be noted in the product description.  These bottles are not subject to VAT.

Bottles that are being sold under the margin scheme will be noted in the product description.  These bottles are not subject to VAT.

If a bottle is subject to VAT then this will be noted in the product description.  If you are a buyer from outside of the UK then the VAT can be removed from the sales price. 

Yes! We are able to ship to most countries. For more information visit our shipping page

All of our bottles are shipped in an inflatable airsac and double boxed. For more information visit our shipping page

Returns must be made within 14 days of receiving your item.

If you intend to return an item please contact us immediately by emailing whisky@marklittler.com and state:

– Why you are returning the item.

– Where you are based.

– What packaging/shipping/insurance you will have in place or if you would like us to arrange this (see below for costs).

Items must be returned in the same condition in which they were received.

If you choose to arrange to return an item yourself you must ensure your packaging is suitable. Ideally this should be equal to or in excess of the standard of packaging used in the original shipping. You are responsible for insurance of the bottle when shipping it back to us, proof of postage must be obtained.

Fully insured, UK return shipping and suitable packaging can be arranged for £20. For international returns please contact us for a quote.

Once the item is received the item will be fully inspected by our experts and any discrepancies will result in the item being returned to you (at your cost) and the refund being denied.

Once the item’s condition has been verified, refunds will be sent via BACS to the account from which we received the original payment. Other accounts cannot be credited.