[Limited to 120 bottles] WireWorks Heritage Chevallier, a whisky made with the ancient barley variety "Chevallier," which disappeared for about 100 years

Fiveneeds Inc. (Sumida-ku, Tokyo) will begin selling "Heritage Chevallier," a new product from "WireWorks," a single malt whisky produced by the English whisky distillery "White Peak Distillery" based in the UK.

The star of this product is not the cask or aging, but "the barley itself." It is an unusual non-peat (unpeated) specification for WireWorks, using the ancient barley variety "Chevallier," which was mainstream in England from the 1820s to the 1920s but disappeared during modernization.

Sales start date: July 6, 2026 (Mon)

Sales channel: Sake People, an online specialty sake store

WireWorks Heritage Chevallier

Whisky worldwide is now focusing on "old barley"

In recent years, the whisky industry has been re-evaluating ancient and traditional barley varieties to seek flavors unobtainable from modern mass-produced varieties. Chevallier was the mainstream in England from the 1820s to the 1920s and supported the foundation of Victorian ales, making it a pivotal variety in British malting.

After disappearing during modernization, it has been revived in recent years and is being re-evaluated by producers in various regions. WireWorks Heritage Chevallier is a bottle that uses this rare ancient barley, deliberately made with non-peat and a single variety, focusing on the character of "the barley itself" rather than the cask.

▶ WireWorks Heritage Chevallier Product Page

What is WireWorks Heritage Chevallier?

This is an unusual non-peat specification for WireWorks. It uses the ancient barley variety "Chevallier," which disappeared during modernization, and is aged in ex-bourbon casks. Unlike port casks or Amarone, this is a bottle limited to 999 worldwide, focusing on the character of "the barley itself" rather than the cask.

Aging cask: Ex-bourbon cask

Alcohol content: 57.3%

Style: Single Malt / English Whisky

Production volume: 999 bottles worldwide (120 bottles for Japan)

WireWorks Heritage Chevallier

<Tasting Notes>

Nose: Freshly baked vanilla cheesecake, rhubarb, custard, fruit candy, strawberry, apple pie

Palate: White chocolate, celery, vanilla, rose, biscuit, oolong tea

Finish: Biscuity aroma, grassy nuances, spiciness. A luxurious and creamy texture continues.

WireWorks is introduced in bars and restaurants nationwide

Since its launch in Japan in February 2025, the WireWorks series has been introduced in over 50 authentic bars and restaurants nationwide.

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▶ WireWorks Brand Site

Product Overview

Product Name: WireWorks Heritage Chevallier

Classification: Single Malt Whisky

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Volume: 700ml

Alcohol content: 57.3%

Sales start date: July 6, 2026

Sales format: Limited to 999 bottles worldwide, with 120 bottles for Japan (sold at select stores and online)

WireWorks Public Relations Comment

WireWorks is a brand that continues to take on new challenges while respecting tradition. Heritage Chevallier is a particularly challenging bottle in the series, competing with the character of "the barley itself" rather than cask influence. This is a precious opportunity to enjoy the taste of an ancient variety loved in England about 100 years ago as a modern single malt. As this is a rare bottle, please take this opportunity to try it.

About White Peak Distillery

White Peak Distillery, which produces WireWorks, is a craft distillery located in the UNESCO World Heritage site "Derwent Valley" in Derbyshire, UK. It was born from the utilization of historic factory ruins and produces whisky using English barley and the clear streams of the Derwent Valley.

Its manufacturing is characterized by its "Britishness," harmonizing regional culture, natural environment, and craft spirit, with initiatives in sustainable production such as the use of renewable energy and waste reduction.