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Westland Whiskey

In Seattle, far from Scotland's heather-clad hills, a young distillery insists that American single malt can stand entirely on its own. Westland deliberately refuses to copy the Scottish blueprint and instead develops its own specialty malts in partnership with local farmers. This is a whiskey that insists on tasting of the Pacific coast, not of Speyside.

  • The Whisky Trail Westland Distillery Multi Vintage American Single Malt Whiskey 70 cl Elixir Distillers 56.5%
    Item no.: 2222388-7448

    An independent bottler puts the spotlight on Westland's raw power in this multi-vintage edition.

    Expert description

    The Whisky Trail Westland Distillery Multi Vintage American Single Malt Whiskey is an independent bottling combining whisky from several distillation vintages from Westland Distillery into one powerful edition, bottled at 56.5%. Westland Distillery was founded in 2010 by Matt Hofmann and Emerson Lamb in Seattle's SoDo neighbourhood with the ambition of creating an American single malt that could stand alongside the world's best whiskies. The distillery was acquired by Rémy Cointreau in 2017 and uses exclusively malted barley fermented with a Belgian Saison yeast, after which the whiskey is matured in a mix of new American oak, ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    The nose is intense with caramel, toasted wood and dark fruit.

    Palate

    The palate is powerful with brown sugar, spice and a hint of nut.

    Finish

    The finish is long, warm and spiced.

    Specifications

    Name: The Whisky Trail Westland Distillery Multi Vintage American Single Malt Whiskey
    Distillery: Westland Distillery
    Region/Country: Seattle, Washington, USA
    Type: American Single Malt Whiskey
    ABV: 56.5%
    Size: 70 CL
    Edition: Multi Vintage

    Flavour profile

    Powerful · Spiced · Intense · Nutty

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    • 201,00
      1pcs.
      174,75EUR
  • Westland American Single Malt Whisky
    Item no.: 22227865386-256

    Westland's core expression, shaped by the Pacific Northwest and American oak.

    Expert description

    Westland American Oak Single Malt Whiskey is the distillery's core expression, matured exclusively in new American oak, bottled at 46%. Westland Distillery was founded in 2010 by Matt Hofmann and Emerson Lamb in Seattle's SoDo neighbourhood with the ambition of creating an American single malt that could stand alongside the world's best whiskies. The distillery was acquired by Rémy Cointreau in 2017 and uses exclusively malted barley fermented with a Belgian Saison yeast, after which the whiskey is matured in a mix of new American oak, ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    The nose is sweet with vanilla, caramel and a hint of fresh grain.

    Palate

    The palate offers honey, brown sugar and a light nutty note.

    Finish

    The finish is medium-length, warm and round.

    Specifications

    Name: Westland American Oak Single Malt Whiskey
    Distillery: Westland Distillery
    Region/Country: Seattle, Washington, USA
    Type: American Single Malt Whiskey
    ABV: 46%
    Size: 70 CL

    Flavour profile

    Vanilla-forward · Sweet · Round · Nutty

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    • 105,75
      1pcs.
      92,00EUR
  • Westland Sherry Wood American Single Malt Whiskey 46 percent alcohol and 70 centiliters
    Item no.: 22227865386-258

    Westland's American single malt gets a Spanish twist through sherry casks.

    Expert description

    Westland Sherry Wood American Single Malt Whiskey is matured in a combination of American oak and European sherry casks, giving a deeper, more fruit-driven character, bottled at 46%. Westland Distillery was founded in 2010 by Matt Hofmann and Emerson Lamb in Seattle's SoDo neighbourhood with the ambition of creating an American single malt that could stand alongside the world's best whiskies. The distillery was acquired by Rémy Cointreau in 2017 and uses exclusively malted barley fermented with a Belgian Saison yeast, after which the whiskey is matured in a mix of new American oak, ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    The nose is full with sherry, dried fruit and a hint of spice.

    Palate

    The palate offers raisin, nut and a darker sweetness from the sherry cask.

    Finish

    The finish is medium to long, warm and fruit-driven.

    Specifications

    Name: Westland Sherry Wood American Single Malt Whiskey
    Distillery: Westland Distillery
    Region/Country: Seattle, Washington, USA
    Type: American Single Malt Whiskey
    ABV: 46%
    Size: 70 CL

    Flavour profile

    Sherry-driven · Full · Fruity · Nutty

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    • 107,00
      1pcs.
      93,25EUR
   

About Westland Whiskey

Westland is an American distillery in Seattle, one of the pioneers of the growing category of American single malt whiskey. Rather than imitating Scottish tradition, the house deliberately focuses on local raw materials, including specialty malts developed with regional farmers, giving the whiskey a clear, terroir-driven identity. For beginners, Westland offers an exciting, different entry into single malt outside the traditional whisky-producing countries, while connoisseurs follow the distillery's role as one of the most influential voices in the new wave of American single malt.

History & background

Westland was founded in 2010 in Seattle with a deliberate ambition to create an independent American style of single malt whiskey, rather than simply copying Scotland's recipe. From the start, the founders emphasized local raw materials and partnered with regional farmers to develop specialty malts capable of reflecting the Pacific coast's distinctive climate and soil. This terroir-driven approach has since made Westland one of the most respected and influential voices in the growing category of American single malt. The distillery is today considered a pioneer that helped define what American single malt can even be.

Production & style

The whiskey is distilled from local malt varieties, including specialty malts developed with local farmers, and aged in new and used oak casks.

Signature style

Rich, Fruity, Grainy
The flavor offers a rich, fruity character with a clear, grainy imprint from the local malt varieties.

Facts

DistilleryWestland
Founded2010
RegionSeattle
CountryUSA
OwnerRémy Cointreau
Water sourceSeattle municipal water from the Cedar River watershed
PeatPredominantly unpeated, with some peated releases (Peated)
Official websitewestlanddistillery.com

Did you know?

Westland works with local farmers to develop specialty malt varieties unique to the state of Washington.

If you like Westland Whiskey, you should also try:

Boulder Spirits, High West and Waterford.