Thieves Steal $1M Worth of Craft Whiskey from Washington Distillery
Thieves stole nearly $1 million worth of craft whiskey, including rare 10-year Garryana bottles, from Westland Distillery in Washington, in a sophisticated scheme. The stolen bottles are highly recognizable and difficult to sell legally, and the distillery is investigating while focusing on customer service. The theft highlights the challenges of secondary market sales and the value of regional, aged craft whiskey.