November 9, 2023 (Portland, Ore.) – Westward Whiskey, the pinnacle of American whiskey, introduces its fourth and final club release of the year, Westward Whiskey Cognac Cask - a whiskey that brings together two of the world’s most beloved spirits.

Westward Whiskey Cognac Cask marries the rich history and flavors of Cognac with Westward’s mission to push the confines of tradition. This exclusive offering spent nearly 4 years in new American Oak barrels before an additional year of aging in Cognac casks that had continuously housed XO Cognac for more than 40 years. Westward Lead Blender Miles Munroe had long been on the hunt for the perfect mature French brandy casks, and this final blend showcases subtle hints of Cognac for a well-integrated and approachable whiskey-drinking experience.  

Master Blender Miles Munroe said, “Cognac is one of the world's most renowned spirits, known for its great history of blending and maturation techniques which create complexity in the final spirit. Finding these extraordinary French barrels was the key to this unique creation, which artfully blends the distinct flavors of American whiskey with the refined profile of a well-aged Cognac.”

Westward Whiskey Cognac Cask is bottled at 90 proof and priced at $99.95. It is currently available for preorder, exclusively for Whiskey Club members. To access this release, join the Westward Whiskey Club, which reaches more than 35 states across the country.

Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Baklava, candied ginger, forest floor, cloves, fig jam
Palate: Plum, melon, vanilla bean, apricot, banana bread
Finish: Honeydew, butterscotch, candied nuts, pistachio curd

‍The Westward Whiskey Club
Launched in 2019 and previously available exclusively in Oregon, the home of Westward Whiskey, the Club reaches consumers in more than 35 states -- by far the largest and most national reach from any whiskey distillery. Members are granted exclusive access to club-only whiskey releases, club-only events led by Westward’s team of experts, and fellowship with others who celebrate American whiskey innovation.

Members can choose from two different tiers: Expedition Club and Founder’s Club. Expedition Club members will receive one bottle of whiskey in Westward’s four yearly Club releases (approx. $100 quarterly), and Founder’s Club members will enjoy three bottles per quarter (approx. $300 quarterly). Shipping is available to more than 35 states.

Other membership perks include The Westward Experience, a distillery tour and tasting offering an in-depth look into Westward’s four-step production process of brewing, distillation, maturation, and mingling and a guided tasting featuring several expressions of the brand’s award-winning American single malt whiskies. Westward Whiskey Club members are also eligible to participate in exclusive Insider Tour and Tasting Experiences and other member-exclusive events and classes, and receive 15% off all classes, ticketed events and merchandise. Expedition and Founder’s Club members receive exclusive distillery access to taste and purchase archived whiskey, rare whiskey the company has laid down in its vault from previous years.

‍ABOUT WESTWARD WHISKEY
The Pinnacle of American Whiskey. Westward began in 2004 with a vision: to make a distinctive American whiskey inspired by the culture, climate, and natural ingredients of the American Northwest. From humble beginnings to its impressive footprint today, creating a bold, robust, and delicious whiskey has remained the team’s true passion. For nearly two decades, the company has proudly been a trailblazer in the American craft spirits community and a leading voice for American whiskey. Westward’s flagship family of whiskeys, which have earned high praise around the world (including Double Gold and Gold Medals at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for all four whiskeys) includes Westward Whiskey Original, Westward Whiskey Pinot Noir Cask, and Westward Whiskey Stout Cask, and Westward Whiskey Cask Strength. Westward Whiskey is available nationwide and in select international markets. Visit WestwardWhiskey.com for more info, follow along on Facebook and Instagram, and find a bottle near you today.