Westward Whiskey

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Westward Whiskey

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65 SE Washington St, Portland, OR 97214

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Westward Whiskey crafts top-notch American single malts with smooth, unique flavors in a friendly Portland distillery with tastings, tours, and cocktail classes.  

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65 SE Washington St, Portland, OR 97214 Get directions

westwardwhiskey.com
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65 SE Washington St, Portland, OR 97214 Get directions

+1 503 235 3174
westwardwhiskey.com
@westwardwhiskey

$20–30 · Menu

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"Explore the home of the highest-rated American Single Malt in Portland, Oregon."

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Sample Craft Spirits at These 13 Portland-Area Distilleries

"Westward Whiskey, founded in 2004 by Aviation co-founder Christian Krogstad, offers nearly a dozen bottlings, including a subtly vanilla single malt, meatier stout cask finish, and ultra-smooth pinot noir cask finish — with certain bottles only available to its whiskey club members. Tours are available by appointment only (each featuring a welcome cocktail and a flight at the tour’s end), but tastings are open to walk-in visitors. Portland visitors who missed Westward on their tour can grab a tasting last minute at PDX before their flight." - Adam Sawyer, Nathan Williams

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"Portland has a rich concentration of distilleries, and they've certainly made their mark on the American spirits scene. Get a sampling by heading to distillery row in Portland’s Central Eastside, where there’s an abundance of independent distilleries creating handcrafted, small-batch whiskeys, gins, liqueurs, and more. One standout is Westward, which started in 2004 and has since gained a huge following for its grain-to-glass single-malt whiskeys and other spirits. Cofounder Christian Krogstad considers every single grain that is malted, mashed, fermented, distilled, matured, and bottled. He and his team exude a true Portland maker ethos, evident in how they compliment their fellow local spirit makers. Take a tour here. It’s totally fun—and you’ll learn a ton."

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How to Get Booze Delivered to Your Door in Portland - Eater Portland

"One of the first distilleries to start delivering, Westward Whiskey offers a comprehensive list of its spirits, including specialty packages like old-fashioned kits and gift sets. The American malt whiskeys range from the flagship single malt through various barrel-finished expressions. All of it is available on an easily navigable website, with free shipping anywhere in Oregon, usually within a day or so depending on the location" - Seiji Nanbu

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Sean Gilbert

Google
We went because my wonderful fiancée signed me up for their Whiskey Club and there was a kickoff party for this quarter’s release. It was my first time there and my first time in a distillery. Everyone was so welcoming and knowledgeable. They obviously love their jobs and their company - it was refreshing, honestly. The whiskey fantastic - can’t argue that. I’m excited to visit for an actual tasting soon.

Suzanne Pech

Google
A tour and tasting at Westward is a fantastic way to spend a couple of hours. Our group of 4 learned a lot on the tour and Westward was generous with the tasting flight that followed, adding a few extra pours for fun. This company is vibrant and innovative and made the experience fun and unpretentious.

Nathan Warnke

Google
Had an absolute blast at Westward. I got lucky and no one else was on my tour. Reilly was the guide and was friendly and let me geek out on the process to make whiskey. I highly recommend and will be looking for this in stores from here on out (I live out of state).

Mae O

Google
It’s a very pretty little bar. There’s a space in the back for cocktail classes and then they give guided tours. You can get a flight of whiskies or a flight of cocktails! Such a great idea. Whiskey fans will love this place.

Tanner May

Google
I never leave reviews but I feel like I need to for this experience. Excellent whiskey and even better customer service. Beeb (I may be spelling this wrong) was incredible and made my experience top notch. She was awesome! Will definitely bring some friends next time I’m in Portland.

Lee Davis

Google
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Before walking into this westward whiskey , my entire week had been rough—stressful, exhausting, just bad all around. But then I met Colleen She was very knowledgeable about the whole establishment I knew she was amazing. From the moment she greeted everyone that was coming in , her energy changed everything. She’s warm, welcoming, and genuinely cares about people. Her service was flawless, her recommendations were on point, and her vibe lifted my whole spirit. Colleen didn’t just serve whiskey—she served peace, good conversation, and the reminder that good people still exist. Thank you for the great service Me and my wife will be coming back!

Brandon Van Norman

Google
Wonderful experience. Thank you so much to the staff on hand (I think the manager was Hannah?) when we came in to try your flights. Well taken care of, and we got to experience some new whiskeys we're excited to take home and try again. Thanks for the great time!

J S

Google
Wonderful distillery. All the spirits are quality. We went on a tour of the facility and the process. It was very cool to see how they make their products. Very clean facility. They give you samples from every step of the way and show you how it goes from beginning to end. Perfect little mixed cocktails to try out as well. Perfect new place to try out. Highly recommend to anyone
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Diana G.

Yelp
I arrived in Portland and noticed a stand at the airport for this distillery. They were offering a free whiskey tasting or tour. We drove there straight from the airport. For the tasting, you could choose from whiskey or cocktails. We had the whiskey and added the chocolate pairing. The whiskey was smooth and paired well with the local chocolate selected. The tasting room is small. Reservations are recommended. Parking is free and on site. Everyone was super friendly.
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Candice K.

Yelp
I love a good whiskey distillery so when I visited Portland, I made a stop for a tasting. The ambiance is very modern, welcoming and warm so a nice little spot to hangout with friends and order some drinks. They have cocktails, cocktail flights and whiskey flights. They also sell bottles for purchase!
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Ivan K.

Yelp
I rarely drink alcohol but it was nice to visit this place before the flight. The bartender was very knowledgeable and I liked how she was accommodating when I asked for some substitutions. She experimented with flavors which was very interesting. The vibe was nice and not loud or crowded which I liked a lot! We'll be back especially that they have nonalcoholic samples as well and they were delicious!
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Kevin O.

Yelp
This place has amazing whiskey and the staff are wonderful, the place is beautiful inside. I'm not really into whiskeys, but their whiskeys are really good.
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Rick I.

Yelp
Good whiskeys You can get a neat flight or a cocktail flight! We got both! Enjoyed the flavors and discovering which and how we liked the whiskeys! Definitely recommend if you're new to whiskeys. We aren't, but we enjoyed sampling as if we were because it helped us pick which one we'd really enjoy!
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Karl A.

Yelp
What a fun tasting! We took a small group of us there after some meetings, and it was the perfect way to unwind. We caught a nice quiet time of day, so we were able to take our time going through the flight. The whiskeys were delicious. There is one for every palate. I also love that they have their own parking lot. It's super easy to get in and out of. Great location, great service, great whiskey!
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Penny P.

Yelp
What's up: For our next stop, we continued our Distillery Tour to Westward Whiskey. I remember seeing this brand around but have never tried it out. Time for that to change! Parking: They have their own private lot right up front. There's also street parking available. Environment: The order counter is located on the right with restrooms located towards the back. This place has both indoor and outdoor seating, but since it was a bit rainy, we stayed indoors. We placed our order at the counter and grabbed a table to enjoy our tasting. They also had a couch on the side to relax at. What was ordered: - Whisky Flight (includes Whiskey Original, Whiskey Pinot Noir Cask, Whiskey Stout Cask, and Whiskey Cask Strength) Yay/Nay/Meh: Yay. The whiskey was ok, I wasn't a big fan of the options we tried. Staff members were polite. Credit cards are accepted.
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Stephanie O.

Yelp
Friends, husband and I stopped in at the recommendation of a few of our other friends that the whiskey was very good here. At first glance the outdoor seating area was very open, much like the inside with ample seating. We were absolutely impressed in the care the staff provided us during our order and made sure we had everything we needed. With the flight, the staff member sat down and explained a bit about each taster, a little about how each was made and the history of Westward. Happy to say we were able to pick up a couple items here as well as their cart in the airport terminal to share with friends!
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Michael K.

Yelp
The tasting/tour was fun and everyone who works there were so friendly. Westward is a hidden gem in Portland.
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Caroline M.

Yelp
I clicked "maybe" accidentally but meant absolutely! Check this place out if you're a whiskey drinker. The staff is so welcoming, friendly and very knowledgeable about their craft. I had the cocktail flight which was so delightful and my husband had the whiskey flight, he enjoyed it tremendously and we left as members of their club plus two bottles.
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Maryia S.

Yelp
Service is top tier. Great way to try new flavors. The flights are a lot of fun. I would go back next time I'm flying.
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Matt B.

Yelp
Had such a great time visiting the tasting room. The staff was so nice and willing to share about Westward. The expressions are all amazing but unique.
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Patrick W.

Yelp
Great time. Great tour. Worth it all. And we got to share a new bottle with our tour guide. All for my birthday. It was a blast.
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Elizabeth U.

Yelp
Had a wonderful visit with Westward Whiskey. We had a tour with Colleen and she was very informative, knowledgeable, and warm. She provided us a wonderfully curated experience with our chocolate and whiskey tasting flight. We savored and enjoyed every minute. The space was perfect and we ordered a few items to go.
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Jenn H.

Yelp
After going to our first whiskey distillery in Ireland my sister and I try to go to a new one at least once a year. So when friends were visiting we knew we wanted to try Westward Whiskey. One of the people in the party was not wearing close toed shoes so we were not able to go on the tour, instead we had a tasting in the main room! They do offer a whiskey club which we debated signing up for and still might! We did end up purchasing a bottle and shared it during the holidays with our friends and everyone loved it
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Michael R.

Yelp
This is a great distillery. The whiskey is excellent and there are many different releases to choose from. I highly recommend joining the whiskey club. The staff is very friendly and happy to talk about the way the whiskey is made. It is all small batch and very unique.
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Mike T.

Yelp
My wife is a huge whiskey fan so we made a reservation here for a tasting while we were staying in Portland. It was less than a mile from our hotel in the city center so we decided to walk. We took the bridge across the river but man did things get sketchy once we got across. It's kind of in a sketchy warehouse district with lots of homeless camps. My wife was really nervous especially as it was getting dark. Next time we would drive as there was plenty of parking in their lot. The tasting was fantastic and our server took the time to explain each sample. We really enjoyed their flagship whiskey and brought a bottle home with us.
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Natalie M.

Yelp
Super friendly and knowledgeable staff. A great place to explore some new cocktail combinations or just try some beautifully crafted whiskey. And being a member definitely has its privileges, as you get to experience special events and new releases before the general public does. Also check out their well curated cocktail books and glassware if you're looking for a special gift. Add on that they are a great local business that supports the arts and charities for the total win!

Shelly L.

Yelp
The employees are always very friendly and helpful! Club events are always a fun time!
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Patrick P.

Yelp
The Bottom Line: PDX is more than just Beervana, there's a great whiskey scene in town too and the folks at Westward provides a flagship tasting experience. On my latest trip to rose city, I wanted to check out Portland's "Distillery Row." The city is just waking up from COVID and even though I didn't have an appointment, the staff there were so welcoming and told me to just come on down after I inquired about a visit over the phone. Once there their expert staff led us through a wonderful tasting through Westward's selection and did a great job telling us their story and their roots in American Ale. The flight came with snacks and at the end the bartender gave us a special complementary taste of one of their rarest bottles. What a treat! The only thing that would have made the experience even better would be the opportunity to get a tour around the place. Alas I'll have to make a return visit to see where it's all made. Pro Tip: Yes their facility is near the tracks and it is a bit noisy when it comes through. My party didn't mind too much but something to be aware of if you are sitting outside.

Markq R.

Yelp
Our tour guide on Saturday 7/20 was knowledgeable, informative, friendly, and fun. great samples of a good variety of offerings. I feel like I know a lot more about how whiskey is made and what it looks like. And I love supporting local companies.
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Edna D.

Yelp
We came without a tasting reservation, the staff is very nice and knowledgeable. We did a short tour of the distillery and came home with a bottle of westward Whiskey for souvenir. Nice experience for a first timer!
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Courtney B.

Yelp
I took my whiskey loving friend to a to the distillery for The Westward experience. It was a wonderful birthday gift. The guide was very knowledgeable. The whiskey was delicious. Definitely worth experiencing.

Scott C.

Yelp
Took my 21 yr old son and his friend to the tour and tasting, they both loved it! Informative, entertaining and lots of tasting! We were so impressed that the three of us joined the club

Gerald S.

Yelp
Top notch operation with excellent whiskey. Free tastings in a casual environment. It's the best single malt on the West Coast.
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Dan G.

Yelp
Great tasting room and knowledgeable staff. I just wish they served some food even snacks or fresh popcorn would be good.
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Mister A.

Yelp
I wish I can give it more stars! Customer service/experience, ambience, merch, and of course the whiskey and cocktail flights are just amazing. Thank you to Carlos and the team here.

Jeri B.

Yelp
It was a fun and interesting tour of the distillery. Having a bilingual guide really enhanced the experience.

Brad ..

Yelp
They give a fantastic tour. The layout of the "lobby" is really nice and have some great swag. And of course, the Whiskey is top notch.
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Dylan G.

Yelp
Awesome tour experience. Great single malt whiskey tasting. They have a cool shop with some nice whiskey gear. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Would recommend the tour before dinner. It takes around a hour.
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Jim G.

Yelp
I went with the whiskey tasting. It isn't the cheapest tasting I've done but definitely one with a lot of quality. I enjoyed them all but the the Cask Strength was by far the best. Amazing flavor and sneaky strong. I was bummed they didn't ship to CA and for $120 a bottle I didn't want to risk it breaking. Lucky enough Lissa G found one of their stores in the airport and I was able to pick up a bottle and carry it on. Also a note for out of towners...the prices are fixed for the bottles in Oregon so the airport was the same price as at the distillery.

Dale E.

Yelp
Awesome distillery, had a great time on the tour and our guide was very knowledgeable and fun to talk with. Loved tasting the different flavors. Great place to visit!
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Kathy T.

Yelp
I came here with my Priority Pass, which comes with $28 worth of credit (per guest). We ordered one flight (4 drinks) of Whiskey Cocktails to share -- SO GLAD we decided to share because these drinks were much too strong for me! - Westward Highball - Too strong for me, but my friend enjoyed this one. - Westward Old Fashioned - Wayyy too strong for my taste, but it was very smooth. - American Donkey - Pretty good, one of the lighter options. - Last Drink (can't remember the name) - This one had a yummy cumcumber taste, very refreshing. This was an awesome stop before our flights :)

Joe K.

Yelp
This is one of the best places to go in. Portland for whiskey tasting and tours. They're very knowledgeable. And will answer all the questions you have. The whiskey club is well worth joining..

Cris F.

Yelp
My husband and I took a quick trip to Portland and as we were walking back to the hotel from lunch came across the Westward Whiskey Tasting Room and Distillery and decided to go in. I'm so glad we did! We tried a flight of their whiskeys which were incredible. Our favorite was the rum casked. But the absolute best part was having a chance to talk with the most amazing associate, Austin. He was extremely knowledgeable about all their whiskeys and the different processes that gave them their unique characteristics. He truly was passionate about it and it showed. He was so friendly and had tons of suggestions of things for us to do while we were in town too! Fortunately Westward Whiskey has a store past security at the airport where we were able to purchase their whiskey as well as some great and unique bitters and syrups as well as enjoying a flight of Old Fashioned (the Marion's Old Fashioned was to die for!!!!). So happy we made the decision to give them a try and also so happy that my local Total Wine carries them! Thanks Austin!
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Raja S.

Yelp
The fact they accept Priority Pass made try their Westward experience. Great whiskey. The Single malts stout cask is awesome. Their most expensive 125 proof (62.5% alcohol) Single malt Cask strength is really strong and great. ($120 for 750ml bottle). The bartender was knowledgeable and helpful. Would visit again.
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Dominique N.

Yelp
My partner and I went to Westward for the tour and had a good time! Following COVID protocols, we went with a group and the guide showed up around the distillery, explaining the whiskey-making process and gave us some samples. Afterwards we enjoyed a wonderful whiskey flight with small bites that pair really well! It was a fun experience and we bought the teal bottle of whiskey that has a bit of a coffee hint to it.
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Michelle T.

Yelp
This is like the best deal ever! Who came up with this ? Getting tipsy before the flight so I can knock out easily? This is definitely a win win for priority pass members. Most importantly, 5 stars for the service. The two people working at the store were super friendly and helpful. Definitely had a great sense of humor and an accommodating warm smile and attitude. Love both of them a lot! The boyfriend and I each got a cocktail flight and an extra mini cocktail each. We tried all the drinks and love the following: Bloody Mary with spice, hisbicuis punch, cucumber Collins, and la vie en rose. The mixers were absolutely flavorful and delicious. The drinks were strong and slowly creeps up on you. Amazing service + Amazing drinks = happy Me
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Jana C.

Yelp
Got loads of customer service. Excellent spirit flight I tried. Super exciting with quality mouth feel and wonderful flavors. Fave: stumptown liqueur and the quality "ron " from Guatemala. Very nice!!! Priority Pass holders, take advantage!

Lynn J.

Yelp
The Friday 13th event was fantastic. Fun costumes, unique and interesting art installation, and fabulous drinks. I hope they hold more of these special events.
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Andrew Y.

Yelp
We visited this outlet. Good service. Clean decor. Whiskey costs what it costs. Good friendly salesman. Bought two bottles.
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Dian K.

Yelp
They say it's not good to drink alcohol before long haul flight. Well damn, having a nice distillery in the terminal and priority pass card makes it hard to follow that rule! As others have mentioned, you can get 4 whiskey samples + 2 mini cocktails for exactly $28, the pass limit per person. I've only ordered this when I have another person to share it with. When I'm traveling alone, I usually go for the cocktail sampler. My favorite is the Pdx mule or the Magdalena sunset if looking for something fruity. Also, you can visit when coming home! They don't check for boarding passes, so I've gone there after I landed maybe once or twice ;)
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Danielle W.

Yelp
My priority pass brought me into this little airport gem (I consider myself a seasoned traveler and hardly ever ever arrive to the airport more than 60 minutes prior to my flight, but trust me: this is worth it!) My pass gets me $28 towards anything on the menu (no merch or bottles) and another $28 for a guest! What a steal :) Mini cocktails are $5 or a flight of 5 are $20. You could also do a whiskey flight or a spirits flight (both fitting within the $28 priority pass limits). The cocktails are my favorite as they feature local companies like Pok Pok drinking vinegar and Bittersweet Housewife bitters. The flavor profiles are really really unique - I'd recommend the flight. Obviously great for getting holiday presents and stocking stuffers too without having to check a bag! #winning
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Jen L.

Yelp
And then we went on a distillery tour, buy the passport (http://distillerypassport.com/)! Whew that was a lot of sipping shots. This was stop #1. I opted for the basic tasting which came with the passport, you could have also chosen an upgraded cocktail tasting or an enhanced tasting for more $. The spirits were great. I regret not buying a bottle of the Volstead vodka while in Portland. I even liked the coffee liqueur and I am not a coffee person. I did discover that aquavit is not my jam whilst on this tour but I've never seen it for sale in NOLA like I did in PDX. Great staff and love the new space, especially the outside patio.
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Edward L.

Yelp
Another great distillery in Portland. Parking is plentiful in the nice large lot in front of the building. The inside of the building is really nice and classy. Plenty of wood panelling. Staff were friendly and helpful. They helped us decide what to get. Obviously we got a flight of 4 whiskeys. Whiskeys were overall quite good too. The best part - they gave us souvenir glasses for free. Yay! For the non-alcoholics, this place also sells various root beer syrups. Quite refreshing actually. My buddy ended up buying a few bottles. One amusing part about this distillery is that they pay homage to Andrew Volstead, the Representative responsible for Prohibition. Oh the irony. A bit out of the way, but definitely worth a visit. Recommended.
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Gabriela E.

Yelp
WOW! The servers here are SO thoughtful and friendly. Madeline and Caitlyn were our servers today for our anniversary and they added so many complimentary sweet touches to help us celebrate (like a "date plate" with hazelnuts and chocolate, and whisky samples from their entire library). Will absolutely be returning, this would be a great place to take out of town guests to help show them the spirit of Portland!
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Lissa G.

Yelp
I am not a whiskey drinker, but I know Jim G wanted to dry a few distilleries while we were in PDX. This one was rated really high and we had a nice time while we were here. The area is super industrial and right next to some fairly active train tracks; there's also some decent food and other distilleries nearby. I went with a cocktail tasting, which is a really nice compromise some of the distilleries have made for people like me. In addition to whiskey, the make vodka, aquavit, rum, and coffee liqueur. I wish I had written down all the cocktails, but I recall having an Old Fashioned (not my fave, due to the whiskey, but better than some I've had!), Hibiscus Punch, a Mule, and a chai-based drink. We opted to sit outside as the sun was out in Portland and it was a lovely day! The tastings aren't cheap, but the service is friendly and the products are made well. They also have an outpost in the airport to keep you busy while waiting for your flight!
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Katherine N.

Yelp
I went here while waiting for my flight at PDX (Portland airport). With my priority pass in tow, I was able to order $28 worth of drinks for myself and my guest. We both decided on the cocktail flight which was refreshing. We chose to substitute one of the cocktails for a Bloody Mary instead. This was a great way to spend downtime in an airport. I would definitely come back here when I'm in PDX again.
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Warren W.

Yelp
This whiskey distillery also offers the $28 credit if you're a priority pass holder. My friend and I decided why not during our trip to Portland. Couldn't say no to free whiskey. We both got the cocktail flight which came with 5 different small sample size cocktails. Me being a whiskey drinker thought that it wasn't all that too great. It was a bit too watered down for my taste, and very diluted with ice so your couldn't really taste the whiskey for its content makeup. Good pit stop but wouldn't be worth it without the priority pass credit.