1960s Alexander Dunn & Co. ‘Le Bijou Ambré’ Fine Old Cognac

A Bespoke Piece of Edinburgh & London Spirits History

Step back into the era of the bespoke spirit merchant with this remarkable 1960s bottling. Le Bijou Ambré (The Amber Jewel) is a “Fine Old Cognac” produced by the respected Unicognac cooperative in Jonzac, France, and specifically imported and bottled by the historic Alexander Dunn & Co. (W.B.) Ltd.

This isn’t a mass-produced cognac; it was a “Personalised Selection,” especially reserved for a G. Pownall. In the mid-20th century, Alexander Dunn & Co. operated from their prestigious offices at 34 Dover Street, London, and their blending headquarters in Edinburgh, catering to an elite clientele who demanded private-label stock of the highest quality.

Key Selling Points

• The “Amber Jewel” Profile: True to its name, the liquid has taken on a deep, rich mahogany hue from decades of patient glass-ageing.

• Pre-Metric Rarity: Bottled in the traditional British 24 Fl. Oz. size at 70° Proof (40% ABV)—a definitive marker of its 1960s provenance before the industry switched to metric units.

• Bespoke Pedigree: The handwritten-style “especially reserved for G. Pownall” on the label provides a unique historical narrative that makes this bottle a one-of-a-kind conversation piece.

• Exceptional Preservation: Featuring the original gold-toned screw cap and a pristine label that has escaped the typical dampness of cellar storage, this bottle is in “gift-ready” collector condition.

Product Specifications

• Era: Circa 1960s

• Bottler: Alexander Dunn & Co. (W.B.) Ltd.

• Origin: Unicognac, Jonzac, France

• Format: 24 Fl. Oz. / 70° Proof

• Crest: Features the authentic Alexander Dunn heraldic stag-and-shield crest.