Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)
- Distillery
- Penderyn
- Region
- Country
- Wales
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Price
- £54.9
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (3 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Honey, Toasted, Malt Extract
- Description
- Hiraeth, the eighth installment in Penderyn's Icons of Wales series, derives primarily from spirit produced by the distillery's 2014 pot stills and finished in ex-bourbon casks. The Welsh name references a concept blending homesickness, nostalgia, and longing—themes that resonate with Penderyn's identity as a young distillery building its own heritage. This release represents the distillery's evolution and suits those exploring Welsh whisky's growing maturity.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) is a single malt from Penderyn (Wales), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and delicately floral character — vanilla, honey, toasted, malt extract. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. Good value for the quality offered.
Hiraeth, the eighth installment in Penderyn's Icons of Wales series, derives primarily from spirit produced by the distillery's 2014 pot stills and finished in ex-bourbon casks. The Welsh name references a concept blending homesickness, nostalgia, and longing—themes that resonate with Penderyn's identity as a young distillery building its own heritage. This release represents the distillery's evolution and suits those exploring Welsh whisky's growing maturity.
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