Olivia Taylor
Westward Whiskey Grand Cru Sauternes Cask Review
Westward Whiskey Grand Cru Sauternes Cask utilises the company’s standard single malt whiskey, which is then aged for 14 months in Sauternes casks from one of France’s Grand Cru Classe estates in the Graves region. This exclusive bottle was released with a yield of 2,070 bottles.
Nose
The nose of Westward Whiskey Grand Cru Sauternes Cask is heavily influenced by the barrel finish with aromas of baking chocolate, plump raisins, roasted malted barley, dark berries, ripe summer fruits and a hint of oak. Delicious!
Palate
The palate explodes with flavour, including whipped orange cream, roasted malts, custard, dry raisins, light fruit cocktail, white peppercorn spice and an earthy sweetness.
Finish
The finish is dry with nutty notes, roasted malts, a hint of coffee, sweet grapes and a long malty undertone.
Overall
Westward Whiskey Grand Cru Sauternes Cask uses its finishing barrel to slightly enhance its base product to enjoyable results. While the Sauternes cask influence may not be as strong as expected, the end result is slightly elevated and differentiated enough from the standard Westward Single Malt to be enjoyable
Classification: American Single Malt finished in Grand Cru Sauternes Casks
Company: Westward Whiskey
Distillery: Westward Whiskey
Release Date: March 2023
Proof: 90
Age: NAS
Mashbill: 100% 2-row Malted Barley
Color: Dark Copper
MSRP: $100 (2023)
. The unique 14 month aging process in Grand Cru Sauternes casks adds subtle but delicious flavors to this already impressive whiskey. Overall, a well-crafted and enjoyable whiskey that I would recommend to any whiskey lover.
. The limited release and unique cask aging make this whiskey a must-try for any whiskey enthusiast.
. It’s a unique and delicious addition to any whiskey lover’s collection.