Whiskey Review: Westward x Ken’s Artisan Sourdough Whiskey 2023 Vintage Blend

of creamy butterscotch, minty spice, that is earthy and herbaceous before a finish of stone fruit, chocolate, and vanilla bean. Sourdough is a unique yeast strain that can survive for decades if properly fed. Mixing the sourdough yeast and the complex sugars of malted grain could result in some very fascinating outcomes in the whiskey. With that we turn to the glass. We review Westward x Ken’s Artisan Sourdough Whiskey 2023 Vintage Blend, incorporating a special sourdough yeast in place of the whiskey’s usual pale ale yeast. (image via Westward Whiskey) Tasting Notes: Westward x Ken’s Artisan Sourdough Whiskey 2023 Vintage Blend Vital Stats: 90 proof or 45% abv; SRP $99.95 exclusively via Westward Whiskey Club. Appearance: Light straw Nose: Very light and aromatic with a malt forward profile giving way to citrus, and bread undertones. Taste: The mouthfeel is watery but very smooth as it covers the palate. The flavors here are under stated and take a moment to flush out. The profile starts with a light wood char and green apples with white sugar. Successive sips open up some dark chocolate and sourdough bread. The finish is long with a tingle to the back of the mouth. It is dry overall after such a watery mouthfeel, with hints of char and yeast.