Drayman’s is a craft brewery and craft distillery in the heart of Pretoria, on the Highveld of South Africa where no single malt whisky has ever been made.

“Drayman’s Single Malt Whisky is made in the same way as its Scottish inspiration, albeit on a craft scale. South African whisky legislation is almost the same, which means Drayman’s whisky faces the same stringent quality controls as Scotch. Being on the Highveld we have the unique maturation influence. I have a small but devoted operation where care and passion are the essential ingredients to make premium quality whisky.”

Drayman’s founder and owner Moritz Kallmeyer

This province, famous for being the Cradle of Humankind now also boasts this tiny distilling pioneer who makes rich, single malt whisky, similar in style to those that made the Highlands and Islay regions of Scotland famous.

In the old days all provisions, including casks of local beer and imported Scottish whisky were transported by dray cart. Proud of his team of sturdy shires, the Drayman would quietly spur them on, directing them to the next delivery address.

“Drayman’s Single Malt Whisky is made in the same way as its Scottish inspiration, albeit on a craft scale. South African whisky legislation is almost the same, which means Drayman’s whisky faces the same stringent quality controls as Scotch. Being on the Highveld we have the unique maturation influence. I have a small but devoted operation where care and passion are the essential ingredients to make premium quality whisky.”

–Drayman’s founder and owner Moritz Kallmeyer

Rating:

89 Points, Whisky Advocate

“This is a highly fragrant young whisky with aromas of peeled satsumas, zested lime, rosebuds, graham cracker, sponge cake, and a trace of aromatic spice. Light to medium-bodied with sweet orange honey, marmalade, walnut, and malt, then a slow crescendo of cocoa, spice, and cereal notes to a finish of grated chocolate. (1,200 bottles)”

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