21-05-2025
World-class win for Yorkshire-made single malt whisky
The Spirit of Yorkshire single malt distillery has enjoyed success in a top world whisky competition.
Its Yorkshire's Filey Bay Peated Finish #3 was awarded a gold medal in the Other Single Malt Whisk(e)y category at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC), with a score of 93/100.
Spirit of Yorkshire Co-founder and MD, David Thompson, said: 'The San Francisco World Spirits Competition is the oldest and largest competition of its kind and sets the industry standard for excellence. Medal winners range from globally renowned distilleries to rising small-batch producers like Spirit of Yorkshire.
'We're delighted and proud to be the only English whisky of the 14 gold medalists and to win our first SFWSC gold with this special whisky that brings a taste of the west coast of Scotland to the east coast of Yorkshire.'
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Characterised by a subtle sweet smokiness with coastal, citrus and caramel notes, Filey Bay Peated Finish #3 is made from homegrown, regeneratively farmed barley and farm-sourced water.
The SFWSC is organised by The Tasting Alliance and judging took place last month. Awards are granted on a merit basis, recognising only those spirits that meet the highest standards of quality.
Each entry is carefully evaluated by expert judges within a peer group of similar products, ensuring a fair and rigorous assessment.
Filey Bay Peated Finish Batch #3, 46% ABV, costs £65 and is available from the distillery shop, online at and from selected retailers nationwide.
