Description
Kornog, an intensely peaty single malt, is the result of a precise and meticulous production process that leaves nothing to chance.
This work of art achieved by Celtic Whisky Distillerie has not failed to attract the attention of international experts, as this whisky has been referenced by the famous Whisky Bible for over ten years.
Such recognition is particularly remarkable for a French single malt. Let’s discover what makes Kornog so special and unique.
Aged in Bourbon casks by the sea.
ABV 46%
Product of France
Since 1999, the distillery has been housed in an old farmhouse, which dates from 1668. The building is located at the end of the “Sauvage” Peninsula in the commune of Pleubian, overlooking the sea. This ideal setting, steeped in Celtic and Breton traditions, has greatly influenced and inspired the creators of Celtic Whisky Distillerie. The distillery has a number of specific features that guarantee the production of whiskies in the purest artisanal tradition: open flame heating, slow distillation and the use of traditional equipment, such as two small pot stills and wooden fermenters. In addition, the maturation of the whisky by the sea encourages an early balance and complexity.
The first single malt produced by Celtic Whisky Distillerie is called Glann Ar Mor, the Breton translation of “Seaside”. It is characterised by its fruity elegance and its salty and iodine notes. Kornog, the second single malt from the distillery, is distinguished by its strong peaty character reminiscent of the Scottish whiskies from the island of Islay.
These two exceptional single malts soon attracted attention and became a benchmark in the world of French whisky. The scores awarded by the famous Whisky Bible even gave them international recognition opening the doors to the extremely exclusive club of whiskies deemed to be exceptional. Kornog was crowned “European Whisky of the Year” in 2016.
