Penderyn Rich Oak Single Cask 70cl
Brand: Penderyn | Category: Welsh Single Malt Whisky | ABV: Varies by Cask (Typically 50–61%) | Origin: Wales | Vol: 700ml

Welsh Whisky, Unfiltered and Unforgettable

Penderyn Rich Oak Single Cask is where bold character meets precision craft — bottled straight from one cask, uncut and unfiltered. Matured in carefully selected European oak ex-wine casks, this expression delivers lush depth, spice, and intensity, while retaining Penderyn’s signature lightness and finesse. This isn’t just a single malt, it’s a moment, locked in wood.

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Deep and rich toasted oak, dark red berries, and spiced fruitcake lead into notes of vanilla pod, cinnamon, and hints of pipe tobacco.

Palate:
Velvety, bold, and layered. Black cherry, roasted nuts, caramelized orange peel, and oak tannins build across a full-bodied, oily texture. Intensity without aggression, complex, warming, and precise.

Finish:
Long and spiced. Lingering hints of dark chocolate, peppered fig, and toasted oak gently fade into a warming dry close. A finish that commands your attention.

Production Details

Crafted at the Penderyn Distillery in the Brecon Beacons of Wales, this single cask release is drawn from European ex-red wine casks, bottled at natural cask strength, and presented with no chill filtration or coloring. Every bottle comes from one barrel only, numbered, labeled, and unrepeatable.

Perfect For

Collectors. Cask strength connoisseurs. Enthusiasts exploring world whisky beyond Scotland and Japan. Ideal for serious sipping, exclusive tastings, or as a centerpiece in a single cask vertical lineup.

Expert Notes

Penderyn’s unique Faraday still produces an ultra-clean spirit, which allows the rich oak casks to do more with less time. The result? Remarkable depth even in relatively young age statements, especially in cask strength single cask form. This one’s a critic’s darling and a hidden gem for those in the know.

Customer Reviews

"Big, bold, and beautifully balanced. Welsh whisky just raised the bar." — Drew, QC

"Cask strength without the chaos — this is elegance turned up." — Janine, Cebu

"Never thought I’d be this impressed by a single cask from Wales." — Matt, BGC

Interesting Fact

Penderyn uses a custom-built single copper pot still, designed by Dr. David Faraday (descendant of the famous scientist), that distills to an unusually high strength, producing a light, fruity spirit that takes on cask character with laser clarity.

Serving Suggestions

Sip it neat in a tulip glass to experience the full depth and spice. Add a drop or two of water to soften the edge and unlock layers of fruit and oak. Ideal with dark chocolate, blue cheese, or a roaring fire.

Distillery Background

Nestled in the foothills of the Brecon Beacons, Penderyn revived Welsh whisky in 2004 with a focus on innovation and natural flavor. Known for their clean spirit and bold cask programs, they’ve quickly earned global respect. The Rich Oak Single Cask is one of their rarest, most expressive offerings, bottled with purpose, never in bulk.