Westward American Single Malt 750ML

The Craft-Brewed Pioneer of the Pacific Northwest

Redefine your expectations of new-world distilling with Westward American Single Malt Whiskey. Proudly forged from scratch in Portland, Oregon—the beating heart of America’s craft brewing and culinary renaissance—this highly decorated expression brings the soul of the Pacific Northwest straight to your glass. Rather than replicating traditional Scottish single malts or relying on sourced corporate spirits, Westward bridges the worlds of high-end craft beer and classic distillation. The result is a bold, grain-to-glass masterpiece that stands as one of the definitive, foundational pillars of the American Single Malt category.

The architectural secret to Westward's deep, biscuity profile lies in its unique "brewed" lineage. The process begins with 100% two-row pale malt barley grown entirely in the Pacific Northwest. Instead of a quick, industrial fermentation, Westward slow-brews a flavorful, unhopped American Ale wash using a specialized craft ale yeast, fermenting at low temperatures for a full week to cultivate intense esters and creamy, fruity compounds.

This wash is double pot-distilled in custom copper stills designed to yield a robust, heavy-bodied spirit. The heart of the distillation is then transferred to virgin, heavily toasted and lightly charred new American oak barrels. Maturing in Oregon’s dynamic climate—marked by hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters—the whiskey pulls optimal spice and wood sugars from the new oak, creating a rich profile without losing its distinctive malt identity.

Taste Profile & Mixology

• The Profile: A gorgeous, natural deep copper-gold color in the glass, bottled completely free of chill-filtration or artificial coloring. It commands a heavy, viscous, and remarkably oily body with a robust 45% ABV (90 Proof) framework that carries its structural weight with absolute elegance.

• Flavor Highlights: An expressive, perfume-forward nose opens with bright orange peel, rich caramel, and warm, toasted hazelnuts, layered with soft aromas of a bustling craft bakery. The palate entry is deeply concentrated, flooding the mouth with juicy stone fruits, vanilla custard, wild honey, and a distinct touch of toasted coconut.

• The Finish: Long, warm, and satisfyingly dry-sweet, resolving with an appetizing trail of creamy toffee, light roasted fruit, and a soft, lingering kiss of baking spice and charred oak.

• How to Enjoy: Because of its complex, beer-centric malt notes, this single malt is phenomenal when enjoyed completely neat or with two drops of spring water to release its hidden dark chocolate and vanilla-bean aromatics.

• In the Glass: Westward possesses the structural muscle to easily anchor and elevate high-end craft cocktails. Use it to construct a magnificent, deeply rich Old Fashioned sweetened with dark demerara syrup, stir it into a sophisticated Manhattan variant using a premium sweet vermouth, or build a complex, refreshing Highball topped with premium soda water and an expressed orange twist.

Product Specifications

• Size: 750ml Bottle

• Origin: Portland, Oregon, USA

• Distillery: Westward Whiskey (Independent / Craft-Grown)

• Whiskey Type: American Single Malt Whiskey (100% Malted Two-Row Barley)

• Fermentation: 7-Day Low-Temp Fermentation using Craft Ale Yeast

• Maturation: Aged in New, Heavily Toasted & Lightly Charred American Oak Barrels

• Purity Standards: 100% Natural Color; Non-Chill Filtered

• Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 45% (90 Proof)

Craft beer complexity meeting world-class distillation. By pairing a slow-brewed American ale wash with the rich, sugar-forward power of virgin toasted oak barrels, Westward over-delivers a racy, multi-layered tasting experience—making it a perfect conversation piece for home whiskey tastings, an exceptional holiday gift, or an essential staple for anyone exploring top-tier American craftsmanship.