Penderyn distillery
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| Type | Single malt |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Penderyn |
| Country of origin | Wales |
| Introduced | 2004 |
| Proof (US) | 92 |
| Website | www |
Penderyn is a brand of Welsh whisky, the first commercial whisky made in Wales since the 19th century. The company produces premium strength (46%) single malt whiskies in several varieties.[1] It is manufactured by the Penderyn Distillery in the village of Penderyn, Rhondda Cynon Taf, from which the brand takes its name.[2]
The company was launched in 2000 as the Welsh Whisky Company. Whisky had been distilled in Wales for hundreds of years, but the industry died out in 1894.[3] Penderyn became the first whisky to be manufactured in Wales for over a century when sales started in 2004, and it remains the only whisky currently produced in the country.[4][5]
Penderyn Distillery is situated in Brecon Beacons National Park and is considered the smallest distillery in the world.[6] The company obtains its wash from Brains Brewery.
References
- ^ "Penderyn Whisky". Official Penderyn website. 26 June 2008. Retrieved 2009-09-01.
- ^ Chris Carlsson. "Welsh Whisky Single Malt - Penderyn". Spirits Review. Retrieved 2009-08-26.
- ^ Amanda Kelly (8 May 2000). "Welsh will make a rare bit of whiskey". The Independent. Retrieved 2009-08-26.
- ^ John Williams (7 August 2009). "Russians' paranoia at fever pitch". Daily Post. Retrieved 2009-08-26.
- ^ Kate Devlin (3 August 2009). "'Drink whisky to avoid swine flu', Russian fans told". Daily Telegraph. Retrieved 2008-08-26.
- ^ "Planet Whiskies Welsh Distillery Section". Retrieved 2009-05-19.
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