In the Welsh Wind Distillery: Tan-y-groes, Cardigan, Ceredigion
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In the Welsh Wind is a distillery on the Ceredigion coast in West Wales, run by Ellen Wakelam and Alex Jungmayr. It makes whisky, gin, vodka and rum, and describes itself as an award winning Welsh distillery crafting spirits by hand.
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In the Welsh Wind at a glance
Distillery fact | Verified detail |
|---|---|
Distillery / brand | In the Welsh Wind |
Country and region | Ceredigion, Wales |
Ownership / operator | Independent Welsh distillery |
History | The Sauce magazine, in a 2023 piece produced in collaboration with the distillery, says teacher Ellen Wakelam and baker Alex Jungmayr were working in the Midlands when they decided to… |
Whisky identity | No regularly available mature Welsh whisky expression was reliably confirmed in the existing guide. |
Visiting | Check the producer's latest official tour and opening information before travelling. |
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Where is In the Welsh Wind?
The distillery is at the Gogerddan Arms, Tan-y-groes, Cardigan, Ceredigion, West Wales, SA43 2HP, on a cliff top overlooking Cardigan Bay. It was converted from a cow shed.
The founders
The Sauce magazine, in a 2023 piece produced in collaboration with the distillery, says teacher Ellen Wakelam and baker Alex Jungmayr were working in the Midlands when they decided to move back to West Wales. They walked the outline of Wales to work out their next move, and Alex's gluten intolerance ended their baking plans. After visiting craft distilleries in Scotland they set up the distillery. The article gives conflicting dates for this, so we have not stated a founding year.
Grain to glass Welsh whisky
The Sauce says In the Welsh Wind is the only distillery in Wales producing 100 percent grain to glass single malt Welsh whisky.
All the barley comes from surrounding fields, within 10 miles and often within yards of the stills, per the same article.
Production from malting to maturation, plus bottling and labelling, is said to take place in Wales, with water drawn from a bore hole on the distillery grounds.
At the time of the article the distillery was selling 30 litre casks of new make spirit, with its own bottle releases expected from 2025.
Gin and other spirits
The Signature Style gin won a gold medal at the Global Gin Masters 2021, and its label won the World Gin Awards 2021 gold medal for Best Gin Label Design, according to The Sauce. The distillery also makes the Eccentric range of white label spirits, including Pembrokeshire Pinky and a Japanese inspired gin called Noto, plus a three grain vodka, an island rum and a Welsh cask vinegar. It runs tours and a gin making experience in its Gin Lab. Official site: inthewelshwind.co.uk.
Sources
Sources: The Sauce, In the Welsh Wind, 5 June 2023 (produced in collaboration with the distillery); Meet in Wales attraction listing; In the Welsh Wind website search listings. Read on 21 October 2026.
What makes In the Welsh Wind distinctive?
No regularly available mature Welsh whisky expression was reliably confirmed in the existing guide.
In the Welsh Wind whisky bottles and expression comparison
Bottle / expression | Age | ABV | Cask maturation / notes |
|---|---|---|---|
No confirmed regular consumer whisky expression | NAS / varies | Check label | No regularly available mature Welsh whisky expression was reliably confirmed in the existing guide. |
This table describes documented expressions. It does not guarantee current stock, age statements or strengths. Check producer labels for details.
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Frequently asked questions about In the Welsh Wind
Where is In the Welsh Wind based?
Ceredigion, Wales.
Who operates In the Welsh Wind?
Independent Welsh distillery.
What distinguishes In the Welsh Wind?
No regularly available mature Welsh whisky expression was reliably confirmed in the existing guide.
Which bottlings are documented?
No regularly available mature Welsh whisky expression was reliably confirmed in the existing guide.
Can you visit In the Welsh Wind?
Please check whether tours are currently operating and book through the producer before travelling.
Sources and editorial checks
Original research and historical notes have been retained. Visitor details, owners and bottle ranges may change.
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