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What is Wheyward Spirit?

Wheyward Spirit is a clear, specialty spirit distilled from 100% whey. It is 80 proof (40% ABV) and is sold in 750 ml bottles.

What is Wheyskey?

Wheyskey is a barrel-aged specialty spirit distilled from 100% whey. We took the award-winning Wheyward Spirit and let the flavor blossom through aging in sustainably-sourced oak barrels. It is 80 proof (40% ABV) and is sold in 750 ml bottles.

What is a specialty spirit?

Instead of making a vodka, gin, rum, tequila, or whiskey, we make Specialty Spirits! A Specialty Spirit is the name for anything that doesn’t fit into the traditional classifications. 
   
By using whey versus grain for fermentation, and by following a distillation approach that allows us to retain a signature flavor true to our source, we are making a spirit in the category of innovation and see Wheyward Spirit as a natural evolution in agricultural spirits. 
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Categories like vodka, gin, and whiskey are definitions created by the government and relate to both what a spirit is made from and how much natural flavor you can retain based on distillation. For example, vodka can be made from anything as long as you distill it until nearly neutral, whereas a whiskey is made from grain. 
   
We are doing things differently for the right reasons, creating a naturally flavorful, grain-free spirits. We are breaking the traditional classification molds and creating Specialty Spirits.

How do I use the spirits?

Wheyward Spirit replaces the traditional base spirit (vodka, tequila, gin, or rum) for a new and unique drink experience. It is smooth and sippable on the rocks with a twist of lemon peel, or as the 1-3 ounce pour of spirit in your favorite drink -- the options are endless! 

Wheyskey is a grain-free alternative to a traditional aged spirit like whiskey. Sip neat or on the rocks, or elevate your favorite cocktails by using Wheyskey as the base spirit.

Check out all of our cocktail recipes here and craft your own bespoke creations.

WHAT DOES FARM-to-flask mean?

Farm-to-Flask means that our spirits are single batch and crafted from scratch using raw materials, as opposed to starting with pre-purchased alcohol. We source our whey directly from domestic dairies to create the foundation of our spirits. 

why whey?

Whey is a liquid co-product of the cheese making process. It is nutritious with a mild sweet and creamy flavor, but billions of pounds of this high quality ingredient go to waste every year. 
   
Wheyward Spirit’s unique process is giving a new life to excess whey, helping to prevent food waste while delivering more sippable and sustainable spirits. Learn more about how we upcycle whey to make our handcrafted spirits here.

How is this sustainable?

Wheyward Spirit is helping to upcycle ingredients that would have otherwise gone to waste. 30% of all food produced goes to waste, so we’re working to utilize whey to its fullest extent.
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Using whey versus traditional grains also has a lower environmental footprint with benefits like water and carbon savings to support a more resilient food system.

are there additives or flavors?

Nope! Our flavor comes naturally from our specialty fermentation and distillation process, not additives or flavoring. Our distillation process is more similar to an artisan tequila or rum than a vodka, allowing us to have a signature flavor of our spirit without adding anything after distillation other than filtered water to proof.
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Wheyward Spirit has 60 calories, 0 grams of carbs, and 0 grams of sugar per ounce.

is this vegan?

No, Wheyward Spirit and Wheyskey are not vegan or dairy-free, but they are lactose, grain, and gluten-free! 

How do I buy this?

ONLINE: Wheyward Spirit is available to ship directly to your doorstep in 40 states and Washington D.C. through our website. If we can't ship directly to your state, explore our Shipping Partners that have additional shipping capabilities around the country.

IN-STORE: We are currently sold in retailers across Oregon, California, and Nebraska. See our full location map to find the retailer nearest you. 

HOW CAN YOU SHIP TO ME?

We use third party retailers that can ship directly to you in participating states. Someone 21+ must be able to sign for the package at the time of delivery. Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns!

How can I sell this in my business?

Contact us to learn more about bringing Wheyward Spirit to your store, restaurant, or bar!

How do I join the Herd?

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