Single Malt Welsh Whisky was successfully registered under the UK Geographical Indication (UKGI) scheme protecting its name, authenticity and characteristics

MELTON MOWBRAY — Live News Food and Farming Secretary Therese Coffey announced the move, which...

Oliver Kent

Published: 3:25 am July 24, 2023

Updated: 8:12 am October 8, 2025

Food and Farming Secretary Therese Coffey announced the move, which gives Single Malt Welsh Whisky the same status as another Welsh fare like Gower Salt Marsh Lamb and Welsh Leeks, today at the Royal Welsh Show.

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It is the first new UK spirit drink application to be registered and protected under a new scheme – created after Brexit – and joins other classic British products receiving protection such as Scotch Whisky, Melton Mowbray Pork Pies and Cornish Clotted Cream.

Single Malt Welsh Whisky was successfully registered under the UK Geographical Indication (UKGI) scheme protecting its name, authenticity and characteristics

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