Aber Falls whiskies

History

The distillery was set up in an old industrial building by the river that comes down from the Aber Falls, on the north coast of Wales, near Snowdonia. It began distilling in 2017 and, while the whisky matured, made a name for itself with gins and liqueurs. Its first malt came onto the market in 2021, once it had reached the minimum years in cask. The house prides itself on using barley grown in Wales and keeping the whole process, from contract malting to bottling, within the country.

House style

Aber Falls malt is light and fruity, with vanilla, apple, cereal and honey, and a floral touch. It matures mainly in bourbon casks, with some versions finished in wine or sherry casks. It uses no peat. It is a young, clean and simple malt, aimed at beginners. It is enjoyed neat, on the rocks or in a highball, and is a good gateway to Welsh whisky for those looking for something gentle. As a young distillery, its range is likely to grow with older versions and new finishes in the coming years.

Where to start

Aber Falls Single Malt is the catalogue’s entry. If you like it, compare it with Penderyn Myth, from the other great Welsh distillery, to see two different ways of understanding Welsh whisky, and with a light Scotch malt such as Glenkinchie 12. It is also interesting for those who collect whiskies from unusual countries or new distilleries.

• Aber Falls Single MaltSingle malt · 40% ABV