Waiheke Whisky Dyad II Single Malt Whisky

Waiheke Whisky Dyad II is a limited NZ single malt from Waiheke Island, double-distilled in copper pot stills, aged four years in American oak and finished one year in a local vintage ‘port wine’ cask. Peated Gladfield malt, coastal maturation and a winemaker’s cask craft create a refined, characterful whisky—distinctive, small-batch and gift-worthy.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Dark berry and dried date aromas intertwine with orange peel, vanilla and gentle peat smoke. The palate is rich and mouth-filling: red fruits and caramel over smouldering peat, framed by silky oak. The finish is long, sweet and subtly oaked, with lingering cocoa spice and coastal lift.

Key Details

• Distillery: Waiheke Whisky
• Region: Waiheke Island, New Zealand
• Type: Single Malt Whisky (Peated)
• ABV: 46%
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: 4 years American oak, then 1 year finish in Waiheke vintage ‘port wine’ (Petit Verdot) cask; non-chill filtered; natural colour
• Serve: Neat, with a splash of water, or over a large cube

Craftsmanship & Story

Distilled in February 2018 from NZ peated malt and shaped by Waiheke’s maritime climate, Dyad II exemplifies the distillery’s wine-finish series. Head Distiller Patrick Newton crafted both the whisky and the fortified wine that seasoned the finishing cask, marrying coastal smoke with vineyard-born richness for a uniquely island expression.

Special Features

Local synergy: peated single malt meets a Petit Verdot ‘port-style’ cask made 300m from the stillhouse. The result layers blackberry, cherry and caramel onto iodine-tinged smoke. Bottled at a generous 46% for depth and texture, without chill-filtration or added colour.

Recognition & Accolades

Celebrated for its small-batch craft and wine-cask complexity:

• Best in Category & Gold – World Whiskies Awards 2025 (Small Batch Single Malt, 12 Years & Under)
• Best in Category – NZ Spirits Awards 2024
• Gold – NZ Spirits Awards (latest release)

Award-winning proof that New Zealand peat and island wine casks can create world-class balance and depth.

Food Pairings

Smoked venison carpaccio with blackberry glaze; charred ribeye with peppercorn jus; grilled lamb chops with rosemary and cacao nib crumb; beetroot & goat’s cheese salad with toasted walnuts; Manchego or aged cheddar; dark chocolate fondant or Black Forest gateau to echo the red-fruit richness.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

Limited, distinctive and beautifully presented—an inspired choice for collectors and peat lovers seeking a modern NZ twist on classic smoke.

Fast, Secure NZ-Wide Delivery

Order online for fast NZ delivery. Carefully packed with premium gift options and an optional personal message to complete the perfect present.