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Everything you need to know about Westland Distillery
Most popular bottles from the distillery
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Westland American Single Malt Colere 1st Edition Outpost£128.99 Inc VAT -
Westland Garryana Single Malt Whiskey Outpost Range 5th Edition£164.99 Inc VAT -
Westland Garryana Single Malt Whiskey Outpost Range 6th Edition£154.99 Inc VAT -
Westland Garryana Single Malt Whiskey 2019 Edition 4/1£164.99 Inc VAT
A brief History
Westland, Washington Region, USA. Founded in 2011.
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If you think American whisky begins and ends with bourbon, Westland is the counter-argument. Based in Seattle, Washington, Westland Distillery has spent the last decade pushing American Single Malt into serious territory.
Founded in 2010, Westland was built around a clear idea: make single malt whisky that reflects the Pacific Northwest. That means local barley varieties, slow fermentation, and a range of cask types — from first-fill bourbon to sherry and even American oak that’s been toasted rather than heavily charred. The climate in Seattle is cooler and wetter than Kentucky, so maturation happens more gradually. The result is texture over heat, nuance over raw power.
What I appreciate about Westland is its focus on grain. Different barley strains genuinely change the character of the whisky, and Westland leans into that rather than hiding it. For UK drinkers who enjoy single malt but want something beyond Scotch, Westland offers a style that feels familiar in structure yet distinctly American in personality.
Taste Profile
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Malty |
Rich / Chocolatey | Oaky / Woody |
Westland is known for a rich, malty, and structured single malt style, often layered with oak and dark fruit.
Westland whiskies often show deep malt character up front, followed by cocoa, toasted grain, and structured oak. Sherry cask influence adds dried fruit and spice, while bourbon barrels bring vanilla and sweetness. The finish tends to be long and slightly dry, with a solid backbone.
Top 4 Flavour Profile Ingredients
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Dark Chocolate / Cocoa |
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Vanilla |
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Malt / Biscuit / Toast |
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Oak / Wood Spice |
Popular Westland Bottles
Westland’s range focuses on core single malts and thoughtful limited editions.
| Whisky | Style | What You’ll Notice |
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| Westland American Single Malt | Core Single Malt | Malt richness, cocoa, oak |
| Westland Sherry Wood | Sherry Cask Malt | Dried fruit, spice, dark sweetness |
| Westland Peated | Peated Single Malt | Earthy smoke, malt depth |
| Westland Cask Strength Editions | Limited Releases | Fuller body, intensified flavour |
| Westland Outpost Range | Experimental Series | Focus on barley variety & terroir |
The Outpost releases are particularly interesting for drinkers who want to explore how barley and place influence flavour.
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The Distillery
The Distiller: Westland
Address: Westland Distillery, 2931 1st Avenue South, Seattle, Washington, USA
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 +1 206 420 2506 |
Visitor Centre & Opening Times
Yes — Westland operates a public tasting room and visitor experience.
What you can expect:
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Guided tastings
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Distillery tours
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On-site shop
Typical Opening Times:
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Wednesday – Sunday: Late morning to early evening
Booking ahead is recommended for tours.
Ownership & Distillery History
Westland has evolved over time but remains focused on American single malt.
Ownership Timeline:
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2010: Founded in Seattle
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2016: Acquired by Rémy Cointreau
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Present: Continues operating in Seattle under the Rémy Cointreau portfolio
Despite corporate ownership, Westland’s production remains centred on its Seattle distillery and American single malt identity.
s now owned within large Scotch portfolios, including Pernod Ricard, following industry consolidation.
Distillery Facts
Overview & History
Westland Distillery is located in Seattle, Washington, and was founded in 2010 by Matt Hofmann.
The distillery was created with the goal of developing a distinct American single malt whiskey identity rather than replicating Scotch whisky styles. Westland became one of the leading producers in the growing American single malt category.
The company is now owned by Rémy Cointreau but continues to focus heavily on regional production and raw material identity.
Production
- Spirit Type: American single malt whiskey
- Stills: Copper pot stills
- Barley: Emphasis on different malt varieties and brewing-style malts
- Cask Policy: Bourbon, sherry, and native American oak casks
Westland places unusual emphasis on:
- Grain variety
- Brewer’s yeast strains
- Local Pacific Northwest identity
The distillery has also experimented extensively with Garry oak, a native American oak species.
Whisky Style
Westland whiskies typically show:
- Rich malt-forward character
- Chocolate and coffee notes
- Dark fruit and spice
- Toasted oak
- Full-bodied texture
Compared with Scotch malt whisky, the style is often heavier and more grain-driven.
Key Expressions
- Westland American Single Malt – Core flagship release
- Westland Sherry Wood – Sherry cask-focused style
- Westland Peated – Peated American single malt
- Garryana Series – Native oak maturation project
The Garryana releases are among the distillery’s most distinctive bottlings.
Significance
Westland is one of the most influential producers in the American single malt whiskey movement, helping define the category’s identity.
Its focus on local grain, yeast, and oak has contributed to the idea that American single malt can develop independently from Scotch whisky traditions.
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