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Whisky Review: Pendleton Champion’s Edition 2022

We review Pendleton Champion's Edition 2022, a regional Oregon variant of the popular Pendleton whisky.

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Pendleton Champion's Edition 2022 review

Tasting Notes

About:

40% ABV. Canadian whisky aged in American oak, cut with “glacier-fed” water from Oregon. Available in Oregon only.
Appearance:
Light brass color.
Nose:
Sweet and woody, almost grassy or vegetal.
Palate:
Warm spicy flan and oaky vanilla with a light to moderate burn.
Finish:
Comments:
Right down the middle, accessible flavors that don’t put on airs and won’t talk down to you. If any of your formative drinking years took place in Oregon, you probably know what you’re getting with Pendleton – it’s fine, it’s widely available, but it’s not exactly remarkable. This bottling is a little hot for the low proof, but not upsettingly so, and would probably work best in cocktails that can accommodate the custard-y profile. rnrnPendleton Champion’s Edition would probably go well in a whisky-cola, but I’m guessing the folks at Pendleton wouldn’t mind knowing that after I finished my tasting glass I had boilermakers on my mind, which sent me foraging in the back of my fridge for a Montucky Cold Snack to go with the next pour.

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.

Jacob Wirt

Jacob Wirt, whose past lives as a cook and cultural studies researcher, continues to shape his deep appreciation for fermented grain beverages. His understanding extends beyond the mere enjoyment of the drink; he recognizes the knowledge, labor, and rich history behind every glass. With a passion for homebrewing beer, Wirt finds a similar fascination in whiskey, exploring how techniques, ingredients, and nuanced variables create the distinctive character of each expression.

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