Chat with us on WhatsApp
Everything you need to know about Henstone Distillery
Most popular bottles from the distillery
-
Henstone English Whisky Ex-Pedro Ximinez Small Batch£84.99 Inc VAT
A brief History
Henstone, England. Founded in 2017.
Henstone is one of those distilleries that feels genuinely small—and that’s not a criticism. It’s part of a newer wave of English whisky producers, quietly building something from the ground up without trying to copy Scotland.
Founded in 2017 in Shropshire, Henstone started as a family-run operation. You can tell. The scale is modest, the approach is hands-on, and there’s a clear focus on doing things properly rather than rushing to market.
Unlike older distilleries with decades (or centuries) of stock, Henstone is still early in its journey. That means you’ll see younger whiskies and small releases, alongside gin and other spirits that help keep things moving while the whisky matures.
What I like about Henstone is the honesty. It doesn’t pretend to be something it isn’t. It’s building its identity slowly—and you can taste that progression from one release to the next.
If you’re interested in where English whisky is heading, this is one of the more grounded examples.
Taste Profile
 |
 |
 |
|
Sweet |
Fruity | Malty / Cereal |
Henstone is known for its fresh, light, and slightly sweet character. You’ll usually pick up orchard fruit notes like apple and pear, backed by a soft malt base. There’s often a gentle honeyed sweetness, with a clean, straightforward finish.
Because the whisky is relatively young, the oak influence is lighter, which keeps everything feeling bright rather than heavy.
Top 4 Flavour Profile Ingredients
 |
Apple / Pear |
 |
Malt / Biscuit / Toast |
 |
Honey |
 |
Vanilla |
Popular Henstone Bottles
Henstone releases are often small batch and can change over time, but these are typical offerings:
- Henstone Single Malt English Whisky (Early Releases)
Young, light, and fruit-forward, showing the distillery’s core style. - Henstone Cask Strength Editions
Limited releases with a bit more intensity and structure. - Henstone Special Cask Finishes
Occasional experiments with different cask types.
Join our whisky mad family
Learn more about Whisky as well as enjoying exclusive offers and product news
The Distillery
The Distiller: Henstone Distillery
Address: Dingle Farm, Trewern, Henstone SY21 8EG
 Open in maps |
 henstonedistillery.com |
 +44 (0)1630 638 180 |
Visitor Centre
Henstone does offer a visitor experience, though it’s on a smaller, more personal scale.
- Visitor Centre: Yes
- Tours Available: Yes (often small group or pre-booked tours)
- Opening Times:
Typically Thursday–Saturday, around 10:00am – 4:00pm (varies, booking recommended)
Ownership & History
Current Owners:
- Family-run business (founders include local operators behind the distillery setup)
Key Timeline:
- 2017 – Distillery founded in Shropshire
- Began producing whisky alongside gin and other spirits
- Ongoing development of English single malt releases
Distillery Facts
Overview & History
Henstone Distillery is a small English distillery located near Oswestry in Shropshire, close to the Welsh border. It was founded in 2017 by Alison and Chris Timmis.
The distillery began with gin production before expanding into whisky, following a common path for newer UK craft distilleries. Henstone focuses on small-batch, hands-on production, positioning itself within the growing English whisky category.
Production
- Spirit Type: English single malt whisky
- Stills: Copper pot stills
- Scale: Small, craft production
- Cask Policy: Mix of ex-bourbon, sherry, and other cask types
- Approach: Traditional methods with close process control
Henstone produces whisky in relatively limited quantities, allowing for detailed oversight of each batch.
Whisky Style
Henstone whisky typically shows:
- Light to medium body
- Fresh malt character
- Orchard fruit notes
- Vanilla and gentle oak
- Clean, smooth finish
The style aligns with lighter, approachable English single malts.
Key Expressions
- Early Henstone Single Malt releases (small batch)
- Limited and developing core range
The whisky portfolio is still evolving as stocks mature.
Significance
Henstone is part of the emerging English whisky movement, contributing to the diversification of whisky production across the UK beyond Scotland.
Its small-scale, craft-focused approach reflects a broader trend of new distilleries building identity through quality, locality, and gradual expansion.
Henstone Whisky to Buy
Carefully Packed
& Protected
Every bottle is securely packed to ensure it arrives safely.
Free UK Delivery
Over £99
Secure delivery across the UK. Excludes Highlands & Islands.
Expert Whisky
Advice
Our whisky specialists are on hand to help you choose.
