Expert: Paul Wagner - 5/23/2011

Question
how much is crown royal from 1958 whiskey worth? Its still sealed and in the box.  Also how or where do i sell it?

Answer
HI Dylan

Distilled spirits like this are so high in alcohol that they don't change much over time.  The good news is that this bottle is perfectly good to drink.  The bad news is that it won't have appreciated in value the way some fine wines do.  Bottom line?  This is worth just about what a current bottling of the same product is worth at a retail shop.

I wish I had better news for you, but I don't.  I should also not that it is illegal for private individuals to sell alcoholic beverages in the US.  You would have to sell these through a retailer or auction house---and they will certainly charge a commission.   

If this were mine, I would drink it or use is as a gift for someone who would enjoy it.

Sorry that I can't give you a more exciting answer.

Paul Wagner