Westward American Single Malt Cask Strength Whiskey
Westward American Single Malt Cask Strength Whiskey is bottled uncut at 62.5% ABV (125 proof) — the Portland, Oregon distillery's full-throttle expression of American single malt. One hundred percent Pacific Northwest two-row malted barley, brewed into a flavorful ale first with the house's ale yeast, double distilled in copper pot stills, and aged in new charred American oak barrels in Oregon. Uncut and non-chill filtered. Available in 750mL — order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 62.5% (125 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Mash bill: 100% Pacific Northwest two-row malted barley
- Distillation: Double distilled in copper pot stills
- Aging: New charred American oak barrels, Oregon
- Style: Uncut, non-chill filtered, cask strength
- Origin: Portland, Oregon
Oregon Single Malt at Full Proof
Westward's roots trace to House Spirits Distillery, founded in Portland in 2004 by Christian Krogstad — one of the pioneers of the American single malt movement, now led by Founder/CEO Thomas Mooney. The brewer-turned-distiller process (a slow, low-temperature ale fermentation before distilling) is what gives Westward its signature deep malt character, and at cask strength nothing is held back. See more from Westward and our American whiskey shelf.
Tasting Notes
Aromas of toasted almond, graham cracker, and black pepper; a palate of sesame, tobacco leaf, and cacao; a honeyed, deep, fiery malt finish. The distillery's current notes: concentrated baked fruit, toasted oak, and spice.
How to Enjoy
Add a few drops of water to open it up, or sip it neat if you like your whiskey at full proof. A heavy rocks glass and a quiet evening.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the proof of Westward Cask Strength?
125 proof / 62.5% ABV, bottled uncut.
What is it made from?
100% Pacific Northwest two-row malted barley, double distilled in copper pot stills and aged in new charred American oak.
Is this the same as the 2 Towns Ciderhouse finish?
No — that is a separate limited release at 100 proof. This is the standard 125-proof cask strength expression.
Has it won awards?
It took Double Gold at the San Francisco Spirits Competition (per The Whiskey Wash) and made Whisky Advocate's Top 20 Whiskies of 2022 (per The Barrel Tap).
Full proof, full malt — order Westward American Single Malt Cask Strength Whiskey online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.