Welsh footballer Gareth Bale has been named a global ambassador and shareholder at Penderyn Distillery.

Bale commented 'Everyone knows how proud I am to be Welsh and so it's a privilege to be able to invest in and become an ambassador for such an amazing Welsh brand. Penderyn single-handedly revived whisky production in Wales and have become an international success story because of their passion for the product and commitment to quality. It’s hugely satisfying to be able to play my part in their continued success'.