This area of Wales is home to one of the smallest distilleries in the world. The Penderyn Distillery is located in the Brecon Beacons National Park and draws water exclusively from its own well. Only this water is used in the distilling and blending process and is a key ingredient in their malt whisky. The distillery also produces gin and vodka, plus a Merlyn Liqueur that sounds delicious

I found this description on their website
"Rich warming creamy texture and fudge toffee is overlaid with the tingling aroma of fresh clean spirit. Gradually these give way to vanilla, hints of banana and exotic fruits – and even rose petals – all lingering gently in the background.

In the mouth the fruits are more intense and intermingle with the vanilla. When swallowed the combination of fresh cream and complex spirit produce a mysterious depth which is difficult to describe but encourages the next mouthful."

Sound magical - perfect for serving at Christmas at Bwlch Tre Banau http://www.walesholidaycottages.com/. Wales has some superb products including Welsh wine and a fine selection of local cheeses sold in the greengrocer/delicatessen in Llandovery. Succulent Welsh lamb and Welsh Black beef raised in the gently rolling hills of Carmarthenshire is second to none. Our free range eggs and vegetables are second to none.

The postman rolled up in his red van with a postcard from Florida sporting a cheerful picture of an idyllic beachfront property http://www.amisland.com/ I have put it up in the farmhouse kitchen to remind me of the time we spent on Florida's west coast. Anyway back to reality, must go and feed the chickens and pick up the new laid eggs.