{"product_id":"westward-x-stomping-ground-small-batch-strong-ale-finish-american-single-malt-whiskey-375ml","title":"Westward x Stomping Ground Small Batch Strong Ale Finish American Single Malt Whiskey 375ml","description":"\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Whisky\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestward x Stomping Ground Small Batch Strong Ale Finish is a limited-release American single malt whiskey created through a collaboration between Oregon's Westward Whiskey and Melbourne's Stomping Ground Brewing Co. Released in May 2026, this exceptional expression marks the first Westward whiskey to undergo maturation in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped by Westward's Miles Munroe and Stomping Ground's Ashur Hall, the project began with a specially brewed Strong Ale infused with Proud Mary coffee at Westward's distillery in Portland, Oregon. After the beer had seasoned the casks, they were transported to Australia and filled with mature Westward single malt whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe whiskey then underwent an extended 18-month finishing period in these Strong Ale casks under Australia's distinctive climatic conditions, developing an expressive combination of fruit, roasted malt, chocolate and coffee characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduced from just three barrels, this small-batch release is bottled at 50% ABV in a 375ml format, with natural colour and without chill filtration. It represents a distinctive meeting of American single malt whiskey craftsmanship and Australian craft brewing innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sepia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strawberries and cream with marmalade, fresh grassy aromas and walnut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Milo-like malt chocolate, juicy berries and lively orange notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasted nuts, chocolate and rich dark-roast coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Distillery\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 2004 in Portland, Oregon, Westward Whiskey is a pioneering American single malt distillery originally established as House Spirits Distillery by former brewer and winemaker Christian Krogstad. Inspired by the Pacific Northwest's thriving craft brewing culture, Westward has developed a distinctive whiskey style combining traditional single malt production with an innovative American approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWestward produces its whiskey from 100% Pacific Northwest two-row pale malted barley and ale yeast, using extended fermentation and double pot distillation to develop its characteristically rich and fruit-forward spirit. The distillery is recognised for its commitment to grain-to-glass production and creative cask maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpirit Type: American Single Malt Whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistillery: Westward Whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollaboration: Stomping Ground Brewing Co.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Portland, Oregon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry: United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelease: May 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCask Finish: Strong Ale Casks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing Period: 18 Months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing Location: Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial Feature: Proud Mary Coffee-Infused Strong Ale Casks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduction: Three Barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistillation: Double Pot Distillation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 50% ABV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottle Size: 375ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChill Filtration: Non-Chill Filtered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColouring: Natural Colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition: Small Batch Limited Release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"The Whisky Club","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739665236270,"sku":"8992509842","price":115.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/WestwardxStompingGroundSmallBatchStrongAleFinishAmericanSingleMaltWhiskey375ml.jpg?v=1792111281","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/westward-x-stomping-ground-small-batch-strong-ale-finish-american-single-malt-whiskey-375ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}