Westward Whiskey
Westward Whiskey
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Westward American Single Malt Switchback Barrel S1B17 is a single-barrel American whiskey from Westward Whiskey in Portland, Oregon. Distilled from 100% malted barley, it was aged four years in a Westward original barrel, one year holding Aviation Old Tom Gin, 10 months holding a Breakside Brewery IPA and an additional four years after being filled with two-year-old Westward single malt. Bottled at 60% ABV, the release forms part of the Topflight Series, Series 1, Barrel No. 17. Brand-noted aromas and flavors include citrus, honey, malt, botanicals, dark chocolate, spearmint, cardamom, pastry, mint, caramel and IPA influence. The 750 ml bottle retails for around $113.99.
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Floral notes leap out first, followed by chocolate chip cookie dough and fresh-cut wood—super inviting and layered!
This is a true roller-coaster pour! Each cask finish contributes its own magic, creating an evolving experience. It starts light and floral up front, then shifts dramatically in the back half to big berry-forward flavors, rich vanilla, and that chocolate chip cookie character really poking through.
One of the longest I've ever encountered in a whiskey—it lingers forever with mostly chocolatey and botanical notes that keep unfolding.
Overall, this is exactly why I'd call it an "expert's whiskey." It's a once-in-a-lifetime barrel, and I'm thrilled we landed such a unique offering for the single barrel program. I hope everyone who tries this pour appreciates how special and distinctive it is—one of the most standout releases we've featured. It might not be an everyday sipper, but damn, it's memorable. Cheers!
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