The Whisky Vault

The Whisky Vault is a family-run business founded in 2008 by Philip and Richard Hawley, a father-and-son team based in Yorkshire. What began as Philip's personal passion for collecting rare whisky evolved into a specialist retail operation, combining his eye for quality with Richard's background in customer service and e-commerce.

What they stock

The catalogue spans over 2,000 expressions, with a strong emphasis on single malts, rare bottlings, and collectible releases. The Whisky Vault is particularly focused on sourcing bottles that are hard to find elsewhere - vintage expressions, closed-distillery releases, and limited-edition runs that appeal to both collectors and enthusiasts.

A collector's approach

Philip Hawley's background as a whisky collector gives The Whisky Vault a distinctive buying philosophy. Each bottle is selected with a curator's eye, prioritising quality and provenance over volume. This means a smaller but carefully considered range where every listing has been personally vetted.

Customer service

Richard's experience running a successful bar in Leeds and his background in business inform the company's strong service ethos. The Whisky Vault prides itself on responsive, personal customer service - a hallmark of the family-run approach that sets it apart from larger, more corporate competitors.

Delivery

• Ships to UK & worldwide
• Standard delivery: £10
• Free delivery over £99