Some whiskies whisper their origins, but this one speaks in rich, resonant tones of craftsmanship and place. The Penderyn Single Cask – Ex Madeira Cask (2022 Whisky Live Bottling) is a rare gem from Wales’ pioneering distillery, bottled exclusively for Whisky Live 2022. Drawn from a single ex-Madeira cask, it reflects Penderyn’s signature house style, elegant, fruity, and vibrantly smooth, while offering a singular expression that will never be replicated. With its limited nature and unique maturation, it’s a dram for collectors and connoisseurs alike.

Penderyn Single Cask – Ex Madeira Cask (2022 Whisky Live Bottling) 70cl
Brand: Penderyn | Category: Single Malt Welsh Whisky | ABV: ~60% | Origin: Wales | Vol.: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Bursting with tropical fruits, pineapple, mango, and ripe melon, underpinned by honey, vanilla cream, and a gentle hint of oak spice.
Palate: A wave of orchard fruit sweetness rolls in, balanced by toasted almonds, soft malt, and Madeira’s signature wine-kissed richness.
Finish: Long, warming, and silky, with lingering notes of dried apricot, spice, and honeyed wood.

Production Details:
Matured entirely in a single ex-Madeira cask, bottled at natural cask strength without chill-filtration, preserving its full-bodied character. This bottling was created exclusively for the Whisky Live 2022 event, making it a rare piece of modern Welsh whisky history.

Perfect For:
A special evening with fellow whisky lovers, a milestone celebration, or adding to a prized collection.

Expert Notes:
Critics admire its balance between bold cask influence and Penderyn’s signature light, fruity style. The high ABV gives it a robust backbone while maintaining a refined sweetness.

Customer Reviews:
“An explosion of fruit and warmth, truly unforgettable.”
“Penderyn’s Madeira magic at its finest.”
“Collectible and drinkable, a rare combination.”

Interesting Fact:
Penderyn’s Madeira cask finish has been its hallmark since the distillery’s reopening in 2004, and this single cask release represents a pure, undiluted example of that pioneering style.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat to experience its full strength, or add a drop of water to release more of the Madeira wine notes and fruit complexity.

Distillery Background:
Penderyn Distillery revived Welsh whisky-making after a century-long absence, opening its doors in 2000. Renowned for its single cask and wine cask finishes, it has carved a reputation for producing elegant, fruit-forward whiskies with a distinctive lightness, even at higher strengths.