Waterford’s Hook Head Edition 1.1 isn’t about age statements or flashy casks. It’s about place. Grown on a windswept coastal farm near Ireland’s oldest lighthouse, this single malt is a snapshot of soil, climate, and barley, amplified to 50% ABV and unfiltered for full transparency. Think of it as whisky with GPS coordinates.

Waterford Hook Head Edition 1.1 – 70cl
Brand: Waterford | Category: Irish Single Malt | ABV: 50% | Origin: Ireland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile
Nose: Earthy and herbal at first, then citrus peel, malt biscuits, and cracked pepper emerge. Wild and layered.
Palate: Textured and vibrant. Salted toffee, ginger snap, and orchard fruit, wrapped in spice and coastal minerality.
Finish: Medium long with fading malt sweetness and a touch of sea breeze.

Production Details
Made using 100% Irish barley grown at Hook Head Farm in County Wexford. Fermented slowly, distilled with precision, and matured in a mix of first fill bourbon, virgin oak, and French wine casks. Bottled without chill-filtration or coloring, it’s whisky in high definition.

Perfect For
The thinker’s dram. Ideal for quiet nights, side by side tastings, or whisky lovers who want to taste place, not just process. Also a conversation starter for fans of natural wine or craft beer.

Expert Notes
Waterford’s terroir driven releases are disrupting the Irish whisky landscape and Hook Head is among their most compelling. Critics call it “unapologetically cerebral” and “surprisingly bold.”

Customer Reviews
“Reminds me of Talisker and a farm to table ale at the same time. Wild stuff.”   Aris, BGC
“Hook Head is where I started with Waterford. Now I’m chasing every farm.”   Lena, QC
“50% but balanced. You taste the grain, the salt, the earth, it’s real.”   Jay, Davao

Interesting Fact
Hook Head is one of the most extreme barley-growing sites in Ireland with punishing sea winds and salty air that shape the grain’s flavor. That’s exactly what Waterford wanted.

Serving Suggestions
Neat to experience the raw character, or with a few drops of water to coax out floral and citrus layers. Pairs brilliantly with sharp cheeses or smoked oysters.

Distillery Background
Waterford was founded by Mark Reynier, the man behind Bruichladdich’s revival. Built on the idea of terroir-driven whisky, every release comes from a single Irish farm and vintage. Think of it as whisky with the detail and philosophy of a grand cru wine.