Celtic Whisky Distillerie Archives - More Drams, Less Drama

7 French Single Malts: Armorik / Fontagard / Glann Ar Mor / Arlett / Cormeil / Vilanova

18th September 202618th September 2026Coldorak

Over the past few years, I’ve built up a small collection of French whisky bottles, having been fortunate enough to taste a wide range of releases—mostly across the three editions of Malt in France, the French-whisky-focused show held in Rennes on the first weekend of April since 2024.
My original plan was to gather them all into one large review. However, as the number of bottles kept growing, it made more sense to keep tasting and split the feature into two parts. This first instalment focuses on unpeated French whiskies from distilleries across the country; Monday’s review will turn to the peated side of French whisky.

Kornog Sauternes Cask Finish and 2018 for Wu Dram Clan

Kornog Sauternes & Wu Dram Clan

27th February 202627th February 2026Coldorak

After Monday’s quartet of Bowmore, we stay firmly in peated territory with two Kornog: a Sauternes Cask Finish and the 2008 bottling for Wu Dram Clan. Kornog is the peated single malt produced by Celtic Whisky Distillerie, a small coastal operation based in Pleubian, Brittany in France, that we had the chance to visit a few years ago. Their unpeated spirit is released under the Glann Ar Mor label. It is a distillery that wears its Breton identity proudly, and these two expressions promise to show just how characterful its smoky side can be.

A Visit of Celtic Whisky Distillerie

26th October 20235th November 2025Coldorak

In the heart of the rolling emerald hills, on the Goëlo Coast and nestled among the whispers of ancient legends, lies a well-guarded secret waiting to be unveiled: the Celtic Whisky Distillerie. This elusive gem has long been off-limits to the curious gazes of enthusiasts and aficionados. Yet, on a fortunate day, thanks to our local SMWS Ambassador Clément, a select few were granted the extraordinary opportunity to step behind the closed doors of this establishment known for its Glann Ar Mor and Kornog whiskies, embarking on a rare odyssey into the world of craftsmanship and unparalleled spirits. So join us as we recount this exclusive escapade, delving into the history and the intricate processes that define Celtic Whisky Distillerie.