Westward Cask Strength American Single Malt Whiskey 700ml
American Single Malt Whiskey - 62.5% ABV (varies by batch) - Bottled at Cask Strength

Pure Pacific Power - Uncut, Unfiltered, Uncompromised

Westward Cask Strength represents the boldest distillation of Westward’s philosophy - a high-proof, no-compromise single malt that captures the full force of grain, oak, and place. Distilled in Portland, Oregon, from a craft pale ale wash of 100 percent malted barley and matured in new American oak, this is Westward in its most elemental form.

Unlike many high-proof expressions that chase intensity for intensity’s sake, this release is a natural extension of Westward’s brewing-led methodology. Ale fermentation creates a rich, textured base. Pot stills preserve character. And the climate of the Pacific Northwest - cool, damp winters and hot, dry summers - shapes each barrel with slow, dynamic evolution.

The nose is powerful yet poised - dark toffee, chocolate malt, roasted nuts and dried fig mingle with burnt orange peel and toasted oak. A trace of pine and wildflower adds lift, giving the profile verticality as well as depth.

On the palate, the whisky commands attention. Flavours of espresso, cinnamon, charred sugar and black cherry unfold with grip and density. A lively current of ginger, stone fruit and spiced cocoa cuts through the richness, creating a layered and dynamic experience. The high ABV is firm but balanced, never brash.

The finish is long, warming and contemplative - toasted grain, molasses, dark chocolate and dry spice hum in quiet harmony.

Why This Release Stands Apart
Westward Cask Strength is not filtered, diluted or softened. It is chosen barrel by barrel for intensity, structure and coherence - bottled to reflect not just the distillery’s style, but its source code. Each batch varies slightly, a reflection of genuine small-scale selection rather than formula.

Final Thought
This is a whisky that rewards attention and patience. Westward Cask Strength is not an occasional indulgence - it is a serious American single malt that holds its own in global conversation. If you value authenticity, texture and the full expression of malt and oak, this belongs on your shelf. Bold, articulate and unmistakably Oregon.

Awards:

- Bronze - World Whiskies Awards (2022)
- Top 5 Whiskey in the World - Whisky Advocate (2022)
- Finalist - RackHouse Whiskey Club Distillery of the Year (2021)