THE WESTLAND DISTILLERY

The spearhead of the emerging market of American single malts, the Westland Distillery has enjoyed a wonderful year of recognition. Backed by rave reviews in the American trade press, it also received several awards, including that of “Master Distiller of the year” for its co-founder Matt Hofmann at the 2018 Icons of Whiskey Awards.

During the year, Westland offered high-profile limited editions, in particular the 1083 very peaty bottles of Peat Week and the extraordinary Garryana. Named “American single malt of the year”, this exceptional whisky is aged in local oak casks, Garry Oak; the distillery is actively involved in replanting new oak saplings.

In terms of responsible economy, Westland has also taken a major initiative to limit 80% of its water consumption by installing a cooling tower in the distillery.

Exciting prospects appear to lie ahead for 2019/2020. In the United States, the brand is expected to continue its growth in selective distribution. Above all, Westland will begin to export to other major single malt markets around the world to become the American benchmark among informed connoisseurs.