Westland is releasing the ninth edition of its popular Garryana American Single Malt Whiskey

This is the ninth edition of this sought-after American single malt whiskey

By Christopher Osburn Published November 12, 2024

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American single malt fans eagerly await the release of Westland Whiskey’s Garryana each year. Well, they don’t have to wait much longer because the iconic Seattle-based distillery is set to release the ninth iteration of this popular whiskey.

Westland Garryana American Single Malt Whiskey

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This 100-proof American single malt whiskey gets its name because of its maturation in Quercus garryana, a rare oak found in the Pacific Northwest. It features a mash bill of Washington Select Pale Malt, Munich Malt, Extra Special Malt, Pale Chocolate Malt, and Brown Malt. It’s matured for 60 months in a combination of virgin Garryana oak barrels, first-fill ex-bourbon carks, and first-fill ex-Oloroso sherry butts.

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The result is a complex, sippable American single malt whiskey on par with its Scottish counterparts in terms of quality and overall flavor. The nose is a mix of toasted marshmallows, dark chocolate, candied almonds, and biscuits. Sipping it reveals notes of cinnamon candy, clove, peppermint, and sweet, decadent bread pudding.

“Garryana Edition 9 contrasts and comments on its predecessor,” Shane Armstrong, Westland’s Master Blender, said in a press release. “Full-term Oloroso Butts were used and draw an entirely different portrait than the PX of past versions. The dry and oxidized style of Oloroso shows up in a nuanced savory aspect, providing an accentuating conduit for Garry Oak’s direct current. This combination is a first for us and based on how this shaped up – it won’t be the last.”

Where can I buy it?

Pouring whiskey into glasses — Luwadlin Bosman / Unsplash

This is a limited-edition American single malt whisky. Westland is only releasing 6,600 bottles. If you want to get your hands on a bottle, you must visit the Seattle-based distillery or Westland’s online shop for a suggested retail price of $149.99.

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