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Westward Whiskey is an American distillery established in 2004 in Oregon, USA, known for its production of American single malt whiskey. The brand is recognized for incorporating elements of Oregon's climate and natural resources into its whiskey production.[1].

History

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Founded in 2004, Westward Whiskey began producing American single malt whiskey as the category gained popularity. Located in Oregon, Westward’s production environment is influenced by the region’s dry summers and wet winters, which affect the maturation process[2].

Production Process

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1. Brewing: Westward Whiskey uses malted barley from the region, fermented with ale yeast at lower temperatures.

2. Distillation: The whiskey undergoes a double distillation process using custom pot stills.

3. Aging: After distillation, the spirit is aged in newly toasted American oak barrels.

4. Blending: The whiskey is blended in small batches to ensure flavor consistency[3].

Westward Whiskey Club

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Westward Whiskey’s club offers members access to events like tastings and lectures, along with the opportunity to purchase limited-edition releases[4]

References

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  1. ^ "Westward". www.whisky.com. Retrieved 2024-10-30.
  2. ^ "Westward Whiskey: American single malt from a craft brewing tradition". The CEO Magazine. Retrieved 2024-10-30.
  3. ^ Kiely, Melita (2019-07-15). "Westward single malt whiskey makes Asia debut". The Spirits Business. Retrieved 2024-10-30.
  4. ^ "Press Release: NATURE MEETS NURTURE WITH WESTWARD WHISKEY BOTTLED-IN-BOND, A 2024 CLUB EXCLUSIVE". www.breakingbourbon.com. Retrieved 2024-10-30.
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  1. Official Website
  2. Westward Whiskey Official Youtube Channel
  3. Westward Whiskey- Whiskeybase