History

Westland Distillery was founded in 2011 in Seattle as part of a vision to create American Single Malt that reflects Pacific Northwest terroir. After more than a decade, Westland stands as one of America's leading single malt producers and works with terroir, sustainability, and craftsmanship.

Production and Manufacturing

The distillery is located in the SoDo district of Seattle and matures spirits in Washington State's Skagit Valley. The house malt base consists of Westland Signature Five Malt + Washington Pale Malts and matures in new American Oak. Many expressions use finishes in different casks, including Garry Oak (Garryana), Wine Cask Finish and Beer Cask Finish, as well as other combinations of finishes. The Garryana editions focus on the use of local Garry Oak and secondary finishes such as Pedro Ximenez hogshead, rum and ex-bourbon. Garryana 10 is aged 10 years and ABV 50%.

Products / Whisky Series

• Westland Flagship – American Single Malt; notes include a nose of custard filling and marionberry compote, and a palate of almond nougat and crème brûlée.
• Garryana Series: Edition 7, Edition 9, Edition 10 – interaction between Garry Oak and Washington Wine, with different combinations of finishes; Garryana 10: 10 years, 50% ABV.
• Winter 2025 – 8 years, heavily peated; port and peat presence in the background.
• Wine Cask Finish – Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Tempranillo; Whisky Advocate Top 20.
• Beer Cask Finish – Saison, Doppelbock and other beer finishes; fresh malt profile.
• Solum Edition 3 – Northwest peat, refill Westland casks + new American oak; new oak contrasts with the existing herbal notes.
• Colere Edition 4 – focus on the role of barley in the flavor; Fritz barley NZ-151.
• Cask Exploration Set – focuses on finishes and flavors with wine and beer traditions in the Pacific Northwest.
• Formats and editions: Flagship 750ml, Flagship 375ml, Single Cask 7862, Georgetown Cask Exchange 700ml, Westland American Oak (750ml).

Visits and Experiences

Westland has a public distillery in Seattle where you can enjoy tastings and tours. The tasting room and bottle shop are open Wednesday–Sunday. Hours: Wednesday 13:00–19:00; Thursday–Sunday 12:00–19:00 (Saturday 12–19, Sunday 12–18). There are options for private buyouts and on-site tastings through Westland events and private arrangements. Their Library Tasting Series: Merry Beginnings is an example of their ticketed events, and private tastings and off-site tastings are also offered.

Philosophy

Westland describes whiskey as an extension of itself and of the place. After more than ten years, they continue to explore terroir through new perspectives and a Western orientation. They place emphasis on sustainability and responsible production and see whiskey as part of Pacific Northwest craftsmanship.