GWALARN whisky and some options What is GWALARN whisky? GWALARN is a French blended whisky from the Celtic Whisky Distillerie. Origin: Brittany, France. Type: Blended (often called Celtic blend). Alcohol: ~40% Unique concept: combines whiskies from Scotland, Germany, and France into one blend. It’s marketed as one of the first “Celtic whisky blends” in the world. Taste profile: Typical tasting notes: Nose: malt, vanilla, fruit, light peat, sometimes sea/salty notes Palate: honey, vanilla, light smoke, spices, caramel. Finish: slightly peaty and salty, medium-long Overall: smooth, slightly smoky, and a bit maritime (coastal influence).