FUSE MAXx ! !: 08/01/2010

Here goes the list of world’s most expensive spirits and liquors. It’s really crazy that anyone would pay so much money just for one single bottle of drink. And on top of that, you don’t even get to drink it, because you’ve payed so much for it. It simply makes no sense if you ask me! Anyway, here you can at least have a look at this list if you can’t posses any of this luxury vintage pieces. Enjoy!

8. Highland Park 40-Year-Old Single Malt Scotch Whiskey

2007 Distiller of the Year Highland Park has introduced a permanent flagship 40 year old single malt Scotch whiskey expression it refers to as a “harmonious masterpiece.” Having personally sampled this liquid luxury, I concur. Aged primarily in previously-filled sherry oak casks and with a rich, coppery amber hue, Highland Park 40 Year Old offers a spicy and aromatic bouquet of dark fruits, nutmeg and dark chocolate, with palate notes of toffee and sun dried orange zest. At $2,000 per bottle, Highland Park 40 Year Old is among the world’s most luxe libations indeed.

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7. $5,000 Glengoyne 40 Year Old Single Malt

The rare whiskey is bottled in a hand-blown Glencairn Crystal decanter with an individual number engraved in the base, decorated by an engraved sheaf of wheat on the stopper. The decanter is housed in a lacquered, piano-finished, solid oak wood presentation box, complete with gold plates on the front and hand-stitched cream leather interior. Only 250 bottles will be available worldwide, priced at about $5,000 apiece.

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6. Louis XIII Black Pearl Redefines the Top Shelf

The Black Pearl boasts all the same quality characteristics as Louis XIII, however it is the impressive casing that defines its regal nature. Its value is exemplified by the limited number of Baccarat crystal bottles produced, each individually numbered. Rémy Martin outfitted the crystal with four distinct seals, all of which showcase the lily. The Louis XIII Black Pearl is priced at approximately $9,000.

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5. Krug Champagne Auctions for $21,200

Considered to be “one of the greatest Champagnes ever made,” the 1928 Krug surpassed what experts estimated the closing bid would be. Recently, a bottle of the coveted 1928 Krug was auctioned off at the Acker Merrall and Condit’s Auction for a record price of $21,200, making it the most expensive bottle of Champagne in the world.

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4. The Macallan Fine & Rare Vintage 1947
Legendary Speyside single malt The Macallan has come out with an extremely precious Fine & Rare Vintage 1947 edition for the ultimate celebratory tipple; but you have to act fast because only five bottles of the luxurious elixir will be available in the entire United States. The final price has not been announced, but the last time this vintage was available it cost around $7,000 a pop.In 2007, a bottle of vintage 1926 Macallan was auctioned off at Christie’s for $54,000, making it one of the most expensive bottles of liquor ever sold.

3. Hennessy’s $220,000 Beauté du Siècle

For $220,000 you can get your hands on Beauté du Siècle, an ornate treasure chest filled with a 100-year-old cognac and a stunning Baccarat decanter. Designed by French artist, Jean-Michel Othoniel, only 100 treasure chests will be available and will be personally delivered by a Hennessy board member.

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2. Henri IV Dudognon Heritage Cognac Sells for $2 Million

A bottle of 100 year-aged Henri IV Dudognon Heritage Cognac, packaged by jeweler Jose Davalos, sold for $2 million to a buyer in Dubai. Adorned with 6,500 diamonds, the handmade crystal bottle is dipped in 24 karat gold and finished in sterling platinum.

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Here is a list of the most famous lost cities that ever in the world.

6. Caesars City

Also known as the Wandering Town and City of Patagonia, the City of the Caesars is a mythical city believed to lie at the southern tip of South America. This city has never been found, and at this point is considered a legend more than anything.

Caesars City

5. Machu Picchu

Near the remote Urubamba Valley in Peru. The city was never found and looted by the Conquistadors, and not until the historian Hiram Bingham visited him in 1911. It is said to be in prison, but new research shows that it may be a personal Pachacuti Inca emperor.

Machu Picchu

4. Atlantis

It is described by Plato as civilization advanced and strong naval forces, Atlantis is said to have conquered most of Europe before sinking into the sea as a result of some kind of environmental disaster.

Atlantis

3. Petra

Petra is located in Jordon, and Arguably is the most beautiful of all cities. The most prominent feature is the beautiful stone architecture, carved from the rock surrounding mountains. It was explored in the 18th century.

Petra

2. Lost City “Z”

The lost city “Z” should be located deep in the Brazilian jungle, lost city “Z” considered as advanced civilization with a sophisticated network of bridges, roads, and temples. There is no evidence of its existence has ever been found.

Lost City Z

1. El Dorado

One of the most famous of all the legendary city of El Dorado is a mythical kingdom is said to be found in the forests of South America. City is said to be led by a powerful king and keep untold wealth of gold and jewelry.