Penderyn
Portwood
- 46
- 70cl
- Taste: 3
- Welsh
Situated in the Brecon Beacons National Park, Penderyn Distillery marked its founding in 2000. It broke the century-long hiatus in Welsh whisky production that began in 1894, when Penderyn Distillery crafted its first whisky, marking the revival of this tradition in Wales. Penderyn was first conceived in the late 1990s, by a group of friends chatting in a pub in the Welsh Valleys, about establishing the first whisky distillery in...
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Situated in the Brecon Beacons National Park, Penderyn Distillery marked its founding in 2000. It broke the century-long hiatus in Welsh whisky production that began in 1894, when Penderyn Distillery crafted its first whisky, marking the revival of this tradition in Wales. Penderyn was first conceived in the late 1990s, by a group of friends chatting in a pub in the Welsh Valleys, about establishing the first whisky distillery in Wales in over a century. They selected the village of Penderyn as the location due to the site's abundant supply of fresh natural spring water. They have since open two more distilleries, in Llandudno in 2021 and in Swansea in 2023.
Penderyn have a unique single-pot still designed by Dr David Faraday, a descendant of the ground-breaking Victorian scientist, Michael Faraday. Installed in 2000, it produces a spirit at an industry high draw of 92%, meaning Penderyn's whiskies are light, fruity and flavoursome.
Although primarily producing single malt Welsh whisky, Penderyn Distillery also makes Merlyn Cream Liqueur, Five Vodka and Brecon Gin.
This bottling of Penderyn is a port wood finished whisky, and is exceptionally full-bodied. A real attention grabber, having been bottled at 46%.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Aromas of rich dried fruits with dark chocolate and cranberries; a hint of toasty oak mingles with a baked nutty dryness.
Palate - A creamy richness with some honey and spiced notes emerging.
Finish - Smooth with a soft oak and honey sweetness lingering gently on the tongue.
Penderyn have a unique single-pot still designed by Dr David Faraday, a descendant of the ground-breaking Victorian scientist, Michael Faraday. Installed in 2000, it produces a spirit at an industry high draw of 92%, meaning Penderyn's whiskies are light, fruity and flavoursome.
Although primarily producing single malt Welsh whisky, Penderyn Distillery also makes Merlyn Cream Liqueur, Five Vodka and Brecon Gin.
This bottling of Penderyn is a port wood finished whisky, and is exceptionally full-bodied. A real attention grabber, having been bottled at 46%.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Aromas of rich dried fruits with dark chocolate and cranberries; a hint of toasty oak mingles with a baked nutty dryness.
Palate - A creamy richness with some honey and spiced notes emerging.
Finish - Smooth with a soft oak and honey sweetness lingering gently on the tongue.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig