Welsh whisky producer, Penderyn, has ceased production at its Swansea distillery in response to a slowing economy and a decrease in demand.
The plant, on the site of the former Hafod Morfa Copperworks, was the third distillery to be opened by Penderyn, with the second distillery opening in Llandudno in 2021.
The Swansea distillery was constructed with backing from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and the Welsh government, who together contributed £4.5 million to the project. It was completed in 2023.
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READ THE STORYDespite halting the production process, the distillery will continue to offer tours, tastings, and an exhibition on the history of the Copperworks which were restored to create the distillery. In addition, the retail space at the distillery will remain open.
Penderyn’s other two distilleries – one in Llandudno and the brand’s home in Brecon Beacons National Park – are continuing operation.
The drop in demand for Penderyn’s product comes after Welsh whisky received UK GI status in 2023. This status protects Welsh whisky’s legal name, production methods, and characteristics, ensuring quality and authenticity standards.
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Speaking about the halted production, and hopes that it will restart, COO Neil Quigley said: “We are aligning our spirit product with our forward sales forecast and will be looking to resume production as soon as possible.”
