Virtual: Westland Garryana side-by-side and launch of the Colere 1.1 with Chris Riesbeck

VIRTUAL EVENT

Join us live from the US as Global Commercial Director of Westland Distillery, Chris Riesbeck takes you through the Westland American single malt range, PLUS a side-by-side of two different vintages of their Garryana Oak, and the official launch of the Westland Colere; part two of Westland Distillery's 'Outpost Range.' All this wouldn't be complete without Brand Ambassador Andy Buntine steering the ship, and a cameo from Westland Distillery Co-Founder Matt Hofmann, don't miss out on this meeting of minds! 

Westland Distillery’s Outpost Range has revealed its second member: The Westland Colere Edition 1, American Single Malt Whiskey. The Outpost Range was first introduced in August 2020 to reflect the Seattle distiller’s core mission to pursue new possibilities in single malt and leave behind the path well trodden. Colere, from a Latin verb meaning “to cultivate,” encapsulates this mission in a single word, and signifies a venture into the thousands of uncharted barley varietals whose flavour has yet to be considered. 

“We’ve been working on these projects, exploring the Pacific Northwest and its bounty, for years,” said Westland Co-Founder Matt Hofmann in a statement via WhiskyWash. 

“Colere has been years in the making and we’re thrilled to present this first edition. The project celebrates terroir in whiskey and takes a big step towards reconnecting our industry with agriculture, something that has been unfortunately lost over the past several decades.”

To develop this barley, Westland Distillery worked closely with Washington State University's Bread Lab in prioritising sustainable agriculture methods and, of course, flavour. 

Fun fact: To date, Westland has distilled more than 20 different varieties of barley (which is more than the entire Scotch whisky industry combined) in just 10 years, and has committed nearly 40% of their annual production to these unique barleys. 

What's included in the pack?

1x tasting mat, to keep track of your drams!

1x Valhalla Brewing pale ale. The Valhalla pale ale is an American style pale made over in Geelong. Heavily hopped with Chinook, Idaho 7 and Amarillo hops to provide stone fruit, citrus and a refreshingly bitter finish - 375ml / 5.2% ABV.

• 20ml x Westland American Oak - 46%
• 20ml x Westland Sherry Wood - 46%
• 20ml x Westland Peated - 46%
• 20ml x Westland Garryana 4.1 - 50%
• 20ml x Westland Garryana 5.1 - 50%
• 20ml x Westland Colere 1.1 - 50%

What time should I sign-on, and how do I join the event online?

You will receive a link via email 1 day prior to the event. For any queries, please contact Miranda at events@whiskyandale.com.au

7:15pm The Zoom waiting room opens

7:30pm Tasting begins

8:45 - 9:15pm Community catch-up, and questions

About your presenter:

Chris Riesbeck - Global Commercial Director 

Chris joined Westland Distillery with a knowledge of whiskey that takes most a lifetime to gain. In 2015 he was recognised by Whisky Magazine as a Highly Commended Scotch Whisky Ambassador of the Year. In the same year, he was inducted to the Keepers of the Quaich, an organisation dedicated to promoting the values and image of Scotch Whisky across the world. Chris is the youngest ever American-born Keeper. His first love was Scotch whisky but, as the world of malt whisky has expanded, so too has his interest and passion for other world malts; most notably American Single Malt. This led him to Westland. In his role as Global Commercial Director, he travels the world introducing not just the whiskey but the idea of Westland, and the stories that come with it. 

After the tasting:

The below Westland Distillery products will be available to purchase via expressions of interest to events@whiskyandale.com.au

• Westland Garryana 5.1  / RRP $245
• Westland Colere 1.1 / RRP $245

Postage:

• Express Post of Westland Distillery tasting packs is included in the ticket price

How do I change my booking date?

We'll be happy to change your booking date provided you contact us more than 14 days prior to your original booking date. To change your booking date, please email info@whiskyandale.com.au with the following information and our team will contact you within 5 business days:

~ Booking reference (beginning with 'R')

~ Booking name (not attendees name)

~ New class dates (see 'Whisky Classes' via our website for a list of available dates)

~ please note, change of dates are available for classes only, not events. Most events are not repeated and therefore are unable to be changed.

Cancellations

No returns, refunds, cancellations or exchanges on any tickets or tasting packs. If you're unable to attend a class or event, we recommend nominating a friend or family member to take your place! No notification is required for change of attendees name, simply quote the booking name on arrival.

Last minute cancellation due to exceptional circumstances

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~ Illness: In the case that the participant is unable to attend due to an illness, please email a medical certificate and your booking reference (beginning with ‘R’) to info@whiskyandale.com.au by no later than 12pm on the day of your class or event booking. Our team will be in touch within 5 working days. All booking cancellations in the case of illness will be offered a full refund or change of booking date minus booking fees and administration fee of $15 per person.

~ Family emergency: In the case of a family emergency, please email your booking reference (beginning with ‘R’) and emergency details to info@whiskyandale.com.au no later than 12pm on the day of your class or event booking. All booking cancellations in the case of a family emergency will be offered a full refund minus booking fees and administration fee of $15 per person.

Age Restrictions

All participants must be over the legal age of 18 years in order to participate and consume alcohol.

Disabled Access
Please note that the tasting room is located on level 1 and accessible only via a single staircase. If you are unable to climb stairs, it may be possible to move the tasting to a wheelchair accessible venue located on the ground level. Please email info@whiskyandale.com.au to confirm if disabled access is available before booking. 

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