Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies, this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way.
Boo-boos in the whiskey supply chain process are not that uncommon. Not too long ago, American single malt whiskey specialist Westward Whiskey faced this scenario when its grain supplier delivered two-row Vienna malted barley instead of their standard two-row pale. The distillery team decided not to reject the grain, going forward instead to craft a new expression ultimately known as Westward Whiskey Vienna Malt, the focus of this review.
“Largely unexplored by whiskey-makers but prized by brewers for its red color and rich, full-bodied character that appears in Oktoberfests and some IPAs,” said Westward Master Blender Miles Munroe at the time of its release, “using Vienna malted barley empowered us to create a well-rounded whiskey with notes of biscuit, honeyed malt, and rich caramel.
“Thanks to our roots as craft brewers and our desire to push the boundaries of traditional whiskey-making, we’ve ventured into the unknown and brought back something special.”
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What’s in the bottle
Westward Whiskey Vienna Malt was distilled in May 2019 from a mash bill of 100% 2-row Vienna Malt influenced by Chico yeast. Ultimately bottled at 90-proof and priced at $99.95, it is a Westward Whiskey Club exclusive release available as a membership option across more than 35 states.
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