Penderyn Single Malt Whisky was launched on 1 March 2004, a date which
Penderyn is made at the Penderyn Distillery which is located on the southern reaches of the Brecon Beacons.
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Pure water source is replenished by
The spirit is then matured in ex-bourbon barrels and finished in rare Madeira
This independently-owned distillery employs a dedicated team of craftsmen and professionals who produce
The Red Dragon is the national flag of Wales and the Royal Welsh badge bears the motto, ‘Y
Stuart Cosgrove accepts the Penderyn Music Book Prize 2018.
2022 New Wizards – British Distiller of the Year
Penderyn’s Bespoke New Bottle, Presented by Designer Glenn Tutssel
Penderyn’s Record Gold Haul at World Whisky Masters
Penderyn Madeira
Palate: Crisp and finely rounded, with the sweetness to balance an appetising dryness.
Finish: Notes of tropical fruit, raisins and vanilla persist.
Balance: Oaky vanilla tones/dry sweetness
2022 Global World Whisky Masters – Gold
Inside Hook – Best “new world” whisky of 2021
2021 Spirits Business World Whisky Masters – Gold
2021 Ultimate Spirits Challenge – 92 Points
2020 Spirits Business World Whisky Masters – Gold
2018 World Whisky Masters Europe Premium – Gold
2017 World Whisky Masters Europe Premium – Gold
Penderyn Sherrywood
Nose: aromas of dark fruit and rich toffee mingle with green apples and hazelnuts to create a deeper mystery
Palate: rich sweetness gives way to refreshing dryness
Finish: sweet notes of toffee and sultana persist in the long finish
Balance: Sherry and oak/winter spices
2021 Spirits Selection Competition – Gold Medal
2021 New York Wine & Spirits Competition – Double Gold
2021 Spirits Business World Whisky Masters – Gold
2019 San Francisco World Spirits Competition – Gold
2018 World Whisky Masters Worldwide Premium – Gold
2017 World Whisky Masters Europe Premium – Gold
Penderyn Rich Oak
Nose: Dark chocolate fudge with cinnamon and pepper spices, followed by lush fruit – green apples, mango, banana and guavas
Palate: Rich and complex. A creamy texture with hints of vanilla, oak and cinnamon, and a hint of nutty toffee
Finish: A creamy-vanilla flavour which is in no rush to ebb away
2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition – Double Gold Medal
2021 The Drinks Business Asia – Gold
2021 Whisky and Barrel Nite Consumer Choice Awards – Gold
2021 New York Wine & Spirits Competition – Double Gold
2021 Spirits Business World Whisky Masters – Gold
2021 Ultimate Spirits Challenge – 92 points
San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2020 – Gold Medal
IWSC 2019 – 95/100 & Gold Medal
Penderyn Peated
Nose: It introduces itself with sweet, aromatic smoke. Under this, there are signature notes of vanilla, green apple and refreshing citrus
Palate: An array of gentle flavours tempts even the most sophisticated palate
Finish: Smoke and vanilla linger on the attractive medium-length finish.
Balance: Light smoke/citrus fruitiness
2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition – Gold Medal
2021 Ultimate Spirits Challenge – 93 points
2020 San Francisco World Spirits Competition – Double Gold Medal
2020 Business World Whisky Masters – Gold
2018 IWSC Worldwide – Gold (Outstanding 93/100)
2018 Asian Masters – Gold
Kosher Certified by KLBD
Penderyn Portwood
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
Balance: Rich wood/chocolate & dry fruits
2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition – Gold Medal
2022 New Wizards – Gold
2021 Spirits Business World Whisky Masters – Gold
2016 World Whisky Masters Europe Premium – Gold
IWSC 2019 – Gold Medal
WoW 2019: Best in Class Gold in the category of Malt: Barrel Finished NAS
San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2020 – Gold Medal
Penderyn Celt
Palate: It begins with great sweetness before the smoky, slightly medicinal flavours descend.
Finish: Slight bitterness follows that leaves a long and lingering freshness in the mouth.
2022 Global World Whisky Masters – Gold
2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition – Double Gold Medal
2021 Ultimate Spirits Challenge – 95 points, Finalist
2020 Business World Whisky Masters – Gold
Top 20 Whiskies of the year by Whisky Advocate
2018 World Whisky Masters Europe Premium – Gold
2016 World Whisky Masters Europe Premium – Gold
Kosher Certified by KLBD
Penderyn Myth
Palate: Sweetness dominates then moves over to allow some refreshing bitterness to emerge while the mixed fruits continue to dominate the flavour.
Finish: Gradually all the flavours ebb away to leave memories of a lively and light style of whisky that is easy to drink.
2022 Global World Whisky Masters – Gold
2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition – Gold Medal
2021 The Drinks Business Asia – Gold
2021 New York Wine & Spirits Competition – Gold
2021 Spirits Business World Whisky Masters – Gold
2021 Ultimate Spirits Challenge – 92 points
2020 Spirits Business World Whisky Masters – Gold
WoW 2018 – BEST IN CLASS GOLD in the category of Malt Non-Bourbon Cask
2018 World Whisky Masters Europe Premium – Gold
2017 World Whisky Masters Europe Premium – Gold
2015 World Whisky Masters Europe Premium – Gold
Penderyn Legend
Palate: Incredibly smooth and both fresh and rich dried fruits abound. Delicate and sweet on the palate with just a hint of bitterness to remain refreshing.
Finish: A long aftertaste of Madeira cake and sultanas.
2022 Global World Whisky Masters – Gold
2021 The Fifty Best – Double Gold
2021 Ultimate Spirits Challenge – 91 points
2018 World Whisky Masters Europe Premium – Gold
2015 World Whisky Masters Europe Premium – Gold
Penderyn Rhiannon
(Icons of Wales No.7)
Penderyn Icons of Wales #7 – Rhiannon
A brand new Sherrywood Grand Cru finished whisky at 46%. The 7th in our ‘Icons of Wales’ series celebrates Rhiannon, a powerful enchantress and horse goddess from the ancient Welsh folk tales, The Mabinogi, which were written in the 11th century and are some of the earliest writings in Europe.
In 1975, Fleetwood Mac recorded a song by the same name which topped the US charts at No 11 in 1976 and has since been named by Rolling Stone as one of the 500 Greatest Songs of all Time. Additionally, Stevie Nicks wrote the Fleetwood Mac song “Angel” based on the Rhiannon story.
Nose: Spicy sweetness with the hint of vanilla; oak tannins, red berries, blackcurrants, hazelnuts, pears, sultanas and sweet marzipan.
Taste: Smooth velvety sweetness; creamy caramel, figs, red berries, delicate frangipane, chocolate ganache and a touch of coffee.
Finish: Sweet and dry with long lingering oak tannins.
2021 Spirits Business World Whisky Masters – Gold Medal
2019 Spirits Business Design & Packaging Awards – Gold Medal
Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales No 8)
The 8th in Penderyn’s ‘Icons of Wales’ series was launched in 2022, and commemorates the wonderful Welsh word, ‘Hiraeth’. Difficult to translate into English, some say ‘yearning’ or ‘homesickness’, but the BBC’s Roy Noble summed it up very nicely as: “a longing for your homeland, your heritage and your very being”. This whisky is an ex-Bourbon cask finish and is bottled at 46% abv, and is the first time Penderyn have released a core range single malt using mainly spirit from the pot stills, which we introduced in 2014.
Nose: Elegant and floral with light oak notes, vanilla, raisins, toffee apples, citrus peel and a hint of lime.
Palate: A delicate smooth single malt with honeyed fruits, vanilla, cinnamon spice and a hint of nutmeg.
Finish: Soft honey and vanilla notes fade to a malty finish.
In 2022 Penderyn launched its first ever Small Batch offering as a US exclusive.
Penderyn Master Blender, Aista Phillips, has expertly crafted the Small Batch concept by marrying a selection of unconventional casks to achieve new and intriguing flavors.
These Small Batch releases are completely distinct from anything else in Penderyn’s core range of premium Single Malt Welsh whiskies.
This very first US Small Batch Limited Release of 1,210 bottles is comprised of Single Malt from 25% Ruby Port, 25% STR, 25% ex-Bourbon, and 25% Carcavelos fortified Portuguese wine casks at least four years old.
It is 75% double-distilled and 25% Faraday distilled, bottled at 50% abv.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Apples and pears with a creaminess incorporating caramel and raisins.
Taste: Vanilla and honey sweetness with orchard fruits, marmalade, and lights notes of oaky spice.
Finish: A toasted wood dryness with peppery spices.
2022 Whiskey and Barrel Nite Consumer Choice Awards – Gold
2022 Whiskies of the World Awards – Gold
2022 Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards – Gold, 91 Points
91 points – Whisky Advocate
Penderyn US Exclusive Single Cask PT307– 8yo Tawny Port Finish
This Single Cask Started its maturation in an ex-Bourbon cask November 11,2013. On March 14, 2017 it was transferred into a 10 yo Cockburns Port cask where it rested sweetly until being bottled on June 6th 2022.
Bottled at 58.8% abv
304 Bottles
Nose: Candied fruit aromas as well as toffee, caramel and honey. Red berries; raspberries and strawberries dipped in chocolate.
Palate: Well-rounded with dried fruits; raisins and figs.Hint of marzipan, creamy caramel and honeycomb, cinnamon spices and oaky wood notes.
Finish: Lingering spices and cacao on the finish.
Penderyn US Exclusive Single Cask 685/2016– 6yo ex-Rye Matured
This Single Cask has been fully matured in an ex-Rye cask beginning April 28, 2016. It was bottled on June 11th 2022.
Bottled at 60.7% abv and specially selected by our very own Helen Vrabie
219 Bottles
Nose: Butterscotch, creamy vanilla; baked apples, pears, and cinnamon spices.
Palate: Caramel sweetness, vanilla, citrus peels, peppers, and a hint of ginger. Spicy Oak flavors with honey in the background.
Finish: Oaky dryness with a honey sweetness hint.