Across 8 recorded scans from 21 August 2026 to 4 October 2026, Westward Whiskey's single-scan score moved from 0.7% to 2.2%, up 1.5 percentage points. Latest recorded scan 2.2% on 4 October 2026; combined-window score 1.3%.
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Individual recorded scans. Each row is one scan on one date. The published combined-window score is 1.3% over 21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026, measured across every answer in that window — a different sample from any single row below.
Scan date
Single-scan score
21 August 2026
0.7%
24 August 2026
0.9%
30 August 2026
0.9%
6 September 2026
1.3%
13 September 2026
1.6%
20 September 2026
1.6%
27 September 2026
1.3%
4 October 2026
2.2%
Latest scan = one scan. Overall visibility = all answers in the published window.
Visibility across AI platforms
Share of answers naming this brand
ChatGPT
1.4%
Perplexity
1.2%
AI Overviews
1.3%
21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026 (scans 1–8)
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It appears in 1.4% of collected ChatGPT answers and 1.2% of Perplexity answers: a difference of 0.2 percentage points within the published window. This describes where mentions occur; it does not establish why the platforms differ.
Named across 15 of 150 questions.
Westward Whiskey appears in at least one collected answer to 10.0% of the tracked questions. That is question coverage; the 1.3% visibility score measures its share of individual answers.
Across 8 published scans, visibility ranged from 0.7% to 2.2%. The latest scan was 2.2% on 4 October 2026. Individual scan scores and the published-window score describe different samples.
The brand is named in at least one collected answer to each of these questions.
Best American craft distilleries
Best American distilleries
Best American single malt whiskey
Best American spirits brands
Best American whiskey brands
Best American whiskey compared to Scotch
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Best American spirits brands (Westland Distillery, Stranahan's, WhistlePig)
Best American spirits brands right now (Westland Distillery, Uncle Nearest, WhistlePig)
What are the best American spirits brands (WhistlePig, Westland Distillery, St. George Spirits)
Best American made spirits (Sagamore Spirit, Westland Distillery, Stranahan's)
Best hand crafted American spirits (Stranahan's, St. George Spirits, Garrison Brothers)
Best natural wine brands America (Frey Vineyards, Martha Stoumen Wines, Donkey & Goat)
Competitor names are shown where they appear in the collected examples.
Recorded AI questions and answers
Recorded examples from the scan. Each card pairs a shopper’s prompt with an excerpt from the AI response.
Google AI Overviews
The question asked
Best American whiskey brands
From the recorded answer
Westward Whiskey: A pioneer in American single malt from Oregon featuring rich toasted oak finishes ($80-$100).
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Recorded answer text · Google AI Overviews · 4 October 2026
The top American whiskey brands include historic icons like Wild Turkey, Buffalo Trace, and Michter's, renowned for their exceptional quality, distinct flavor profiles, and heritage.
### Top Classic Brands & Flagship Bottles
- Wild Turkey: Known for bold, traditional high-proof profiles like Wild Turkey 101 ($27-$35) and Rare Breed ($50-$60).
- Buffalo Trace: Celebrated for smooth, complex crowd-favorites such as Buffalo Trace Bourbon ($28-$40) and premium lines like Eagle Rare.
- Michter's: Famous for low barrel-entry proofs and rich tastes in expressions like *Michter's US1 Bourbon** ($40-$50).
- Four Roses: Renowned for blending unique mash bills and yeast strains, especially Four Roses Small Batch ($35-$45).
- Jack Daniel's: A Tennessee whiskey staple, scaling from Old No. 7 ($25) up to acclaimed aged releases like the Jack Daniel's 14 Year ($150).
### Rising & Craft Standouts
- Westward Whiskey: A pioneer in American single malt from Oregon featuring rich toasted oak finishes ($80-$100).
- Uncle Nearest: Multi-award-winning Tennessee whiskey honoring heritage, highlighted by Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch ($49).
If you'd like to narrow down these options, please tell me:
- Are you looking for a bourbon, rye, or single malt?
- Do you prefer sipping neat or mixing in cocktails?
- What is your price range per bottle?
ChatGPT
The question asked
Best micro distillery America
From the recorded answer
4. Westward Whiskey - Portland, Oregon - Excellent choice for American single malt; its brewing-derived approach gives the whiskey a very different character from bourbon. thedailypour.com …
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Recorded answer text · ChatGPT · 4 October 2026
If you mean the best small/micro-distilleries in the U.S., my shortlist would be:
1. Leopold Bros. - Denver, Colorado - Probably my pick for the most serious craft operation. They floor-malt their own grain, use unusually traditional production methods, and make a broad range of distinctive spirits. www.leopoldbros.com
2. St. George Spirits - Alameda, California - A benchmark American craft distiller, especially for gin, brandy and innovative spirits. It remains highly regarded by the bar industry. bartenderspiritsawards.comthedailypour.com
3. Balcones Distilling - Waco, Texas - One of the most distinctive American whiskey producers, particularly if you like bold Texas character and American single malt. bartenderspiritsawards.comthedailypour.com
4. Westward Whiskey - Portland, Oregon - Excellent choice for American single malt; its brewing-derived approach gives the whiskey a very different character from bourbon. thedailypour.com
5. Wigle Whiskey - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania - Particularly interesting for rye and historically inspired American whiskey. Its Reserve Single Barrel Rye earned Double Gold in the 2026 American Craft Spirits Awards. americancraftspirits.org
6. Bird Creek Distillery - Texas - A smaller producer that took Double Gold at the 2026 ACSA competition for its Francin whiskey and Gold for Small Batch. americancraftspirits.org
7. Iron Fish Distillery - Thompsonville, Michigan - Farm distillery with an interesting grain-to-glass philosophy; its Pommeau and Mizunara-finished bourbon both placed strongly in 2026. americancraftspirits.org
### 🏆 If I had to pick just three
- Best overall craft: Leopold Bros.
- Best whiskey: Balcones
- Most interesting/innovative: St. George Spirits
The 2026 American Craft Spirits Association competition is a useful current benchmark: hundreds of spirits were judged, with Best in Show, Best of Class and medal awards across seven categories. americancraftspirits.org
If you're asking because you want to visit one, I can also give you the 10 best micro-distilleries in America that are actually worth traveling to, ranked by tasting-room experience, whiskey quality, and uniqueness.
Perplexity
The question asked
Best American distilleries
From the recorded answer
Westward Whiskey / House Spirits - Portland, Oregon: A leading Pacific Northwest whiskey producer with a modern urban distillery experience.
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Recorded answer text · Perplexity · 4 October 2026
Here's a strong shortlist of the best American distilleries, balancing whiskey quality, historical importance, visitor experience, and variety:
- Buffalo Trace Distillery - Frankfort, Kentucky: One of the essential bourbon destinations, with a deep portfolio and historic campus.
- Maker's Mark - Loretto, Kentucky: Famous for its red wax seal, scenic grounds, and polished tour experience.
- Woodford Reserve - Versailles, Kentucky: A standout for historic architecture, bourbon-making demonstrations, and premium whiskey.
- Four Roses - Lawrenceburg, Kentucky: Particularly notable for its distinctive blending and approachable tours.
- St. George Spirits - Alameda, California: A pioneering American craft distiller known for whiskey, brandy, gin, rum, and liqueurs.
- Westward Whiskey / House Spirits - Portland, Oregon: A leading Pacific Northwest whiskey producer with a modern urban distillery experience.
- Balcones Distilling - Waco, Texas: Well regarded for bold, distinctive Texas-style whiskey.
- Stranahan's - Denver, Colorado: A prominent American single-malt producer with a strong visitor program.
- St. Augustine Distillery - St. Augustine, Florida: A popular destination for locally inspired spirits and tours.
- Journeyman Distillery - Three Oaks, Michigan: A notable destination distillery combining whiskey production, hospitality, and sustainable practices.
- McClintock Distilling - Frederick, Maryland: An award-recognized Maryland distillery and a good Mid-Atlantic option.
- Clear Creek Distillery - Portland, Oregon: A craft pioneer especially known for eau de vie, grappa, and whiskey.
Best overall for a first visit: Kentucky's Bourbon Trail-especially Woodford Reserve, Buffalo Trace, Maker's Mark, and Four Roses.
Best for craft-spirit variety: St. George Spirits.
Best for an unusual regional style: Balcones or Stranahan's.
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Overall visibility combines answers within the published dates. Some market series accumulate scans from launch; others use four-scan cycles. A new cycle changes the scoring window, while individual scan history is retained. Compare the dates and sample sizes before comparing periods.
In the Found by Flux AI Visibility Index, Westward Whiskey ranks #16 among 43 tracked brands for Wine & Spirits · United States (21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026). Its visibility is 1.3%. It was named in 47 of 3,599 AI answers across 15 of 150 tracked questions, averaging position 1.8 when mentioned.
Source: Found by Flux · ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. Visibility measures mentions in this sample, not sales or recommendation quality.
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What is this brand’s AI Visibility Score?
Found by Flux records 1.3% AI visibility for Westward Whiskey in Wine & Spirits · United States, measured over 21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026. It ranks #16 among 43 tracked brands.
How often does AI mention this brand?
Westward Whiskey was named in 47 of 3,599 collected AI answers, across 15 of 150 tracked questions, for Wine & Spirits · United States (21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026). A mention can include a comparison or qualification; it is not necessarily a recommendation.
How is the AI Visibility Score calculated?
Found divides the number of collected answers naming Westward Whiskey by all 3,599 answers in the published Wine & Spirits · United States sample, then multiplies by 100. The same question set is used across ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. See the Found methodology for the scope and limitations.
