Chuckanut Bay Distillery's first ever Port-Cask Finished 100% Wheat Whiskey at Barrel Strength - limited availability! 

It all begins with our straight wheat whiskey handmade in small batches using grains from a family farm located just 30 miles north of the distillery. We mash and ferment the ingredients in our traditional wood fermenters before transferring them to the pot still for distillation. Once at proof, we place the hearts of the resulting distillate into the highest quality 53 gallon white oak barrels. Then we wait. 

Once the spirit has aged to perfection, the whiskey was racked into a just-emptied, 10-year-old port barrel from local winery, Dynasty Cellars, where it aged an additional 12 months. The port barrel imparts a subtle sweetness to the whiskey, derived from the residual sugars and fruitiness of the port wine. This sweetness manifests as notes of ripe berries, figs, and plums, lending a luscious and fruity undertone to the whiskey. Additionally, the tannins present in the port barrel contribute to the bourbon's mouthfeel, enhancing its texture and adding a velvety smoothness. These tannins can also introduce hints of spice and dryness, balancing out the sweetness and adding complexity to the flavor profile. 

Bottled at barrel strength: 55% alcohol.