【Westland】New flagship bottle and two limited edition products released on August 1, 2023 (Tuesday)

New flagship bottle and two limited edition products released on August 1, 2023 (Tuesday)

From the American single malt whisky distillery "Westland" in Seattle, a new lineup of three products has been introduced.

Remy Cointreau Japan Co., Ltd. (Minato-ku, Tokyo / General Manager Xavier Taro) will release the new flagship bottle "Westland American Single Malt," the world's first peated whisky using American peat called "Westland Solum 1," and "Westland Garryana 7" which uses the rare American oak species, Garry Oak barrels, from August 1, 2023 (Tuesday).

We will renew the lineup from the American single malt whisky distillery "Westland" in Seattle and release the following three products from August 1, 2023 (Tuesday):

1.Flagship Bottle "Westland American Single Malt"

2.Limited Edition Series "Outpost Range" - "Westland Solum 1"

3.Also from the "Outpost Range" series - "Westland Garryana 7"

・Westland American Single Malt

The new release of Westland American Single Malt Whisky is the culmination of over 10 years of efforts that have pioneered a new category of whisky and brought the name of America to the world of single malt.

In this latest release, we explore the possibilities of single malt and express the essence of Westland's style in a single flagship bottle.

・Product Name:

Westland American Single Malt

・Alcohol content/volume: 46%/700ml

・Suggested retail price: 6,800 yen (excluding tax)

・Product Details:

<Barley Composition>

Washington Select Pale Malt

Munich Malt

Extra Special Malt

Pale Chocolate Malt

Brown Malt, Baird's Heavily Peated Malt

<Barrels>

Cooper's Reserve New American Oak (new construction)

Cooper's Reserve Refill American Oak barrels

First-fill Bourbon barrels

First-fill Oloroso Sherry casks (Hogsheads and Butts)

Second-fill Oloroso Sherry casks (Hogsheads and Butts)

<Yeast>

Belgian Saison Brewing Yeast

<Fermentation Time>

96 to 144 hours

<Maturation Period>

40 months or more

・ Tasting Notes:

Aroma: Custard, Blackberry Jam, Mixed Maple Nuts, Toasted Marshmallow

Flavor: Almond Nougat, Crème Brûlée, Black Tea, White Flower Petals, Malty Zest

Westland Solum 1

"Solum 1" is the first result of many years of exploration into American peat. Through maturation in both new and old oak, a completely new character has been added to the familiar peat aroma, pointing the way to the future of American peat.

・Product Name:

Westland Solum 1

・Alcohol content/volume: 50%/700ml

・Suggested retail price: 19,000 yen (excluding tax)

・Product Details:

<Barley Composition>

Skagit Valley Malting Peated Malt (Washington State Peat)

<Barrels>

Cooper's Reserve New American Oak (new barrels)

Cooper's Select New American Oak (new barrels)

First-fill Bourbon barrels

<Yeast>

Belgian Saison Brewing Yeast

<Fermentation Time>

96 to 144 hours

<Maturation Period>

41 months or more

<Number of Bottles>

Worldwide limited to 4,044 bottles

・Tasting Notes:

Aroma: Fresh Fuji Apples, Cinnamon, Charred Wood, Strawberry and Rhubarb Crumble

Flavor: Smoked Sage, Vanilla Chamomile Tea, Coffee Cake, Toasted Brioche Bread

To the new path of peat:

In an industry that values tradition, surprisingly, even the oldest style of whisky, single malt, lacks formal processes. Even the process of peating, which involves drying malt using peat smoke, is still largely shrouded in questions rather than answers.

Without the guidance of history, we had to forge our own path through peating. To create something labeled as "peated whisky" in this new world, we had to chart a course by groping in the dark, starting from where we stand now. Here in America, we are not trying to recreate the romanticized peating of the old world. Instead, we are looking forward to the future. We chose a modern, science-based approach that maximizes today's technology, rather than relying on the antiquated methods of the past.

In this region of the Pacific Northwest, there are those who view the wall before us in the face of new territory as a door to opportunity.

With courage, they step into the unknown and express the essence of the land through peat, seeking the opportunity to bring out the unique essence of the diverse vegetation. The first step in unlocking the secrets of the land beneath our feet is Solum.

・Westland Garryana 7

In Edition 7, the rich and aromatic Garry Oak barrels interact with powerful Washington wine barrels, creating a flavor profile where spices and rich fruits coexist.

・Product Name:

Westland Garryana 7

・Alcohol content/volume: 50%/700ml

・Suggested retail price: 19,000 yen (excluding tax)

・Product Details:

<Barley Composition>

Washington Select Pale Malt

Munich Malt

Extra Special Malt

Pale Chocolate Malt

Brown Malt

<Barrels>

Washington State Red Wine Barrels (*50%)

Virgin Garry Oak Barrels (46%)

First-fill Bourbon barrels (4%)

Washington State Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Barrels

<Yeast>

Belgian Saison Brewing Yeast

<Fermentation Time>

144 hours

<Maturation Period>

43 months or more

<Number of Bottles>

Worldwide limited to 6,900 bottles

Tasting Notes:

Aroma: Blackberry Jam, Clove, Pizza Crust, Apple Pie

Flavor: Molasses, Charred Cedar, Cranberry, Dry Apple Cider

About Garryana:

Garryana, or Quercus Garryana, is a species of White Oak native to the Pacific Northwest, mainly originating from southern British Columbia to the western regions of Washington State and the Willamette Valley of Oregon. Among White Oaks, Garry Oak is extremely rare. It takes a long time to grow, and due to its high tannin and phenolic content, it takes several years of air-drying after being used for barrels to mellow its components. Harvesting is prohibited due to its rarity, and only fallen trees can be used. Because of its overpowering character, Garry Oak has not been used for barrel-making in the local wine industry as it would overshadow the delicate flavors of the wine, leading to these trees being left unused in lumber mills for a long time.

About Westland Outpost Range:

However, Matt Hofmann and his team saw the potential of Garry Oak, believing that "there is no oak that can express our terroir as much as this

"Westland Outpost Range" is a new series from Westland Distillery, rooted in the frontier spirit of its hometown Seattle, aiming to explore the untapped potential of single malt whisky. This series includes eagerly anticipated releases such as "Garryana," which utilizes rare local oak, "Colere," made with 100% local barley, and "Solum," crafted with local peat. While the world of whisky has already been extensively explored, this series takes on the role of an "outpost" pioneering into uncharted territories, leading the way for new horizons in the realm of whisky.

WESTLAND DISTILLERY

Based in Seattle, Washington, Westland Distillery has been proudly producing a portfolio of high-quality American-style single malt whiskies since its establishment in 2010.

Master Distiller and co-founder Matthew Hofmann has poured his passion into creating whiskies that reflect the rich and diverse landscapes as well as the unique microclimates of the Pacific Northwest region of the United States, where some of the world's finest barley is grown.

This region is also known for its pristine water sources, an essential component for exceptional whisky production. Moreover, the high humidity provides an ideal environment for aging. Westland Distillery employs the use of the most complex and aromatic barley malt, reflecting the geographical and cultural intricacies of the Pacific Northwest, resulting in an American single malt whisky of distinct character.