Westland Distillery : Exploration Wine Cask Finish Batch No. 1

Characteristics and tasting advice for Westland Cask Exploration - Wine Cask Finish, Batch No. 1

Tasting

Nose
The nose reveals a complex bouquet led by allspice and a raspberry reduction. Notes of chocolate wafers and dried roses mingle harmoniously, creating a refined, indulgent aromatic profile.

Palate
On the palate, it unfolds chocolate–raspberry pastry flavors, supported by distinctive notes of Earl Grey tea. Dried strawberries add a fruity dimension that perfectly completes the whole, showcasing the complexity imparted by the wine cask finishes.

Pairings and tasting moments

This whiskey is best enjoyed neat to fully appreciate its complexity.

An American whiskey from the Pacific Northwest with exceptional wine cask finishes

Westland Distillery: innovation in American whiskey

Westland Distillery, founded in 2010 in Seattle by Matt Hofmann and Emerson Lamb, has belonged since 2017 to the French group Rémy Cointreau. This innovative distillery stands out for its use of Garry oak, endemic to the Pacific Northwest, and its unique five-malt recipe. Located in the SoDo neighborhood, it ages its casks in Hoquiam on the Pacific Coast, benefiting from an exceptional maritime climate.

Cask Exploration Wine Cask Finish: the art of wine finishing

Westland Cask Exploration - Wine Cask Finish, Batch No. 1 is a bold exploration of wine cask finishes. This limited series showcases five distinct types of wine cask finishes: Tempranillo, Washington Red Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Petit Verdot.

The process begins with a rigorous selection of five specific malts, fermented with a Belgian yeast for 96 to 144 hours. After an initial maturation of 5 years in new American oak and ex-bourbon barrels, the whiskey benefits from a finishing period in casks that previously held these exceptional wines.

This innovative approach in the Cask Exploration series reflects Westland’s desire to explore the interactions between American whiskey and wine influences, creating a unique flavor profile that marries distilling tradition with Oregon winemaking know-how.