Welsh gold is extremely rare and as such it is coveted by many. The main line-up of Penderyn whiskies each bears the mark “AC” on their bottles, standing for “Aur Cymru” or “Welsh Gold”. The Portwood release represents the fourth installment in the Gold range.
Nose: Big pastry notes – jam tarts, fig newtons and red grapes lurking in the background.
Palate: Light bodied but sweet. Jamminess carries through from the nose and is joined by an oak spiciness and a bit of pipe tobacco.
Finish: Fairly long finish with the spiciness lingering but very little fruit hangs around.