American whiskey producer Westward has announced the launch of its Vintage Muscat Cask Whiskey in a world-first partnership with an Australian winery.

Produced in collaboration with Rutherglen winemakers, Stanton & Killeen, rhe Westward Whiskey Vintage Muscat Cask will be sold exclusively through The Whisky Club from December 1, 2023.

With a nod to the festive season, Muscat is reminiscent of Christmas pudding flavours due to its fig, spice, fruit and butterscotch notes. Stanton & Killeen’s ‘Classic Muscat’ is a blend of Muscat with a minimum 12 years of age, which adds complexity and richness.

For the release, Westward’s award-winning Original Whiskey was finished in the heavily awarded Stanton & Killeen Classic Muscat casks that were sent from Rutherglen to Oregon.

The Whisky Club Head of Whisky Seamus Carroll said: “We well and truly achieved our mission to create the most incredible whiskey by bringing together the best producers, and we quite literally had to travel the world to make this happen. For the first time ever we’ve bought legendary Australian Muscat casks to the other side of the world to be filled with this world class whiskey. Between Westward having a cult following amongst whiskey enthusiasts, and the Christmas flavour notes making it a great gift for anyone who enjoys whiskey or wine, we know this will sell out fast.”

Westward Whiskey Master Blender Miles Munroe said: “This cask highlights our commitment to pursuing perfection by creating flavour in every step of a long, slow process without shortcuts… While the Westward Vintage Muscat Cask was born in Oregon, it wouldn’t be the whiskey it is without being raised in Australia by the renowned Stanton & Killeen winemakers. This exclusive release pairs our dedication to flavour innovation with the tradition and passion of Stanton & Killeen, and is a delicious example of what can be created by exchanging ideas, aligning our visions and enjoying each other’s company all in the name of making incredible whiskey.”

Stanton & Killeen Wines Managing Director Wendy Killeen concluded: “We have been producing award-winning wines for seven generations and 145 years, and similarly to Westward, we are exceptionally passionate about artful blending traditions and constantly innovating, to create unique and extraordinary drops that people haven’t tasted before.” 

To purchase the whisky, visit: thewhiskyclub.com.au

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