Launch of whiskeys at Hinch Distillery

Launch of whiskeys at Hinch Distillery

21 May 2025

THE award-winning Hinch Distillery has launched two new whiskey products.

The unveiling of Hinch Single Malt and Hinch Peated Single Malt marks the first time the local distillery based near the Temple, has released whiskey made entirely from its own spirit.

Officially unveiled at Balmoral Show last week and to whisky enthusiasts at Dublin Whiskey Live, the launch of the new range represents what is being described as a “significant milestone” in the local distiller’s whiskey-making journey.

The company says the new expressions reflect years of patient craftsmanship and cask selection at its state-of-the-art distillery.

“This is a landmark moment for us,” said William Stafford, distillery manager and head distiller.

“For the first time, we are releasing whiskey that’s not just matured and bottled on-site, but distilled here too. It means every is Hinch through and through. 

“It’s been a long journey from cask to bottle, but these whiskeys were never going to be rushed. They were crafted to reflect both the innovation and heritage of Irish whiskey.”

Hinch Single Malt has been matured in a combination of carefully selected Bourbon and Oloroso Sherry casks, resulting in an elegant, well-balanced whiskey. 

It opens with subtle notes of citrus on the nose, followed by a bright and refreshing palate filled with toffee-apple, peach syrup, and biscuit.

The Hinch Peated Single Malt is a bold and smoke-forward offering, matured in ex-Bourbon American oak, Madeira wine, and Oloroso Sherry casks.

On the nose, it delivers waves of ashy smoke, heathery coal dust, and charred pineapple. The palate is rich and full-bodied, offering honey, black pepper, smoked rock salt, and dark chocolate.

Hinch Distillery has won numerous awards for its product portfolio and just days before the public release of the Hinch Single Malt and Hinch Peated Single Malt, it secured another Gold Medal at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC), one of the most prestigious accolades in the global spirits industry.

“It’s incredible to see our first own-distilled whiskey being recognised on the international stage right out of the gate,” added William.

Both inaugural releases reflect Hinch’s guiding philosophy: People, Place and Progress. 

Each single malt champions the team behind bringing them to the world, carrying the essence of water sourced from the foothills of the Mournes, and epitomising the progress Hinch has made since turning the stills on in 2020. 

Distillery chairman, Dr Terry Cross OBE, said the launch marks a “defining moment” in its evolution.

“This is what we have been working towards since we laid the foundation stones at Hinch,” he revealed.

“Releasing our own spirit, crafted here on-site, is not only a statement of capability, but of our intent to be at the forefront of Irish whiskey. We are proud of these two new products and excited to share them with whiskey lovers across the globe.”

Hinch Single Malt and Hinch Peated Single Malt are now available from selected retailers, at the distillery’s visitor centre in Ballynahinch, and will soon be available in international markets.