Introduction
This single malt from Westward is made with locally grown and malted barley, fermented with ale yeast, and matured in lightly-charred virgin American white oak casks. Made in Oregon, where the hot dry summers, and cool wet winters, make this whisky an interesting experiment of environmental impact!
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On the Nose
Immediately hit by a distinctive strong smell of fresh apple juice! A very fruity nose, with coconut cream, maybe even banana, golden syrup and roasted nuts. An inviting and sweet nose.
On the palate
Quite a spicy start, (didn't get as much spice on the nose, so it was a bit of a shock), the spice mostly from the oak, but turning sweeter with dark brown sugar, maybe some poached pear, and even spiced apple. The finish is medium, and very much a continuation of the spice to sweet journey.
Conclusion
Not as smooth as a lowland scotch, not as sweet as a Speyside scotch, but somewhere in between. Interesting how much fruit is on both the nose and palate of this whisky. Very enjoyable and I definitely want to try more whisky from Westward!
Want to try it for yourself?
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