Spirits distributor Mangrove Global has launched New Zealand newcomer whisky brand Pōkeno in the UK.
Pōkeno (pronounced paw-que-no) rolls out with a trio of single malts:
- Pōkeno Origin is fully matured in first fill bourbon casks.
- Pōkeno Discovery is a combination of spirit aged in first fill bourbon, oloroso and Pedro Ximenez sherry casks, married together in cask for a final period of maturation.
- Pōkeno Revelation twins spirit fully aged in first fill bourbon and New Zealand red wine casks, married together in cask for a final period of maturation.
The brand’s founder, Matt Johns, said: “For us as craft distillers, Pōkeno is an absolute hidden treasure. Not only do we have the privilege of using the pure spring water that has been drawn over centuries from the surrounding volcanic hills, but these same hills conspire with the sub-tropical climate to create conditions that accelerate the spirit’s maturation and flavour development in the barrel. In Pōkeno, the angels don’t like to wait for their share.”
Mangrove Global boss Nick Gillett added: “We are excited to be adding this delicious brand to our portfolio. The three malts are in a class of their own. As world whiskies are growing massively in popularity it is a natural step to include Pōkeno single malts into our increasing portfolio of world whiskies from places such as Mexico, Denmark and Australia.”
