The Red Dragon is the national flag of Wales and the Royal Welsh badge bears the motto, ‘Yddraig goch ddyry cychwyn’, which translates as ‘The red dragon inspires action.’ It features in ancient Welsh tales and was the battle standard of legendary Welsh princes. Welshman Henry Tudor took the flag to Bosworth, where, in 1485, he became the last king of England to be crowned on the battlefield.

Introduced in 2015, the Dragon range represents the entry level range to Penderyn’s premium single malt whiskies. The dragon is a classic Welsh icon and these are among our topsellers globally.

Celt is a single malt whisky finished in ex-peated quarter casks, bottled at 41% abv (43% in the USA). This whisky has a Kosher certificate.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Mild aromas of peat smoke, early morning at the rocky seaside and warm marmalade on toast all compete for our attention.

Palate: It begins with great sweetness before the smoky, slightly medicinal flavours descend.

Finish: Slight bitterness follows that leaves a long and lingering freshness in the mouth.