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Whiskey Review: Westward Straight Malt Whiskey (Suzor) Pinot Noir Cask Finish

We review Westward Straight Malt Whiskey (Suzor) Pinot Noir Cask Finish, an American single malt whiskey finished in Pinot Noir casks from an Oregon winery.

OVERALL RATING

8
$89.00
  • Melissa D. Jones, globetrotting whiskey aficionado.
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Tasting Notes

About:

Distilled and bottled by House Spirits Distillery in Portland Oregon. Finished in Suzor Wines barrels from Dayton Oregon. Made from 100% malted barley. Two row barley grown and malted in the Northwest. A very limited edition with less than 800 bottles. No age statement. 90 proof. $89.
Appearance:
A beautiful burnt umber. On the darker red side for a whiskey.
Nose:
The aroma is very rich with heavy fruits. There’s dates, cherry, playdoh and a hint of vanilla and brine. Smells a lot like a port.
Palate:
Toasted nuts with filbert being the most notable. It’s musky with sandalwood and leather. The fruit is rich with blackberry, plum, citrus, and a dash of cinnamon and coffee.
Finish:
Comments:
Westward Whiskey has produced a very warm and rich whiskey. It’s very fruit forward with hints of vanilla, filbert, sandalwood, apricot, and cherry. There’s a heavy mouthfeel and a rich velvety finish. It’s a dark whiskey that tastes like a wine. Flavors are rich like a dark beer, especially the finish. It has a nice Porter finish.rnrnThe Suzor Wines Pinot Noir it is paired with has a very thick, rich, bordeaux flavor. The prominent flavors being dark berries and currants. It has a very fresh finish. I can see how these wine casks give the whiskey that warm, rich flavor of berries. If you get a chance to buy a bottle of this wine and pair it with the whiskey you won’t be disappointed.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Melissa Jones

Melissa D. Jones is a traveler, blogger, photographer, storyteller, foodie, whiskey enthusiast, and creative entrepreneur. Her thirst for adventure and new experiences has led her to photograph all 50 states and 47 countries, a journey she chronicled in her travel book. When she's not exploring the globe, Melissa resides in Portland, Oregon, where she enjoys attending events, savoring whiskey, and hiking. She has sampled over 100 different whiskies, both locally and internationally.

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