Whiskey - Canadian blended whisky
CoreOntario (Hiram Walker / Corby), Alberta (Alberta Distillers), Manitoba (Crown Royal/Gimli), Quebec (Valleyfield)
Famous For
ABV40-46%. Almost always bottled at 40%.
Sub-styles
Tasting Notes
Caramel, vanilla, light rye spice, maple, toffee, dried fruit, grain sweetness, light oak, citrus, floral. Traditional blends are smooth and sweet. Rye-forward expressions (Lot 40, Alberta Premium) show more spice, herbal notes, and complexity. The range is wider than most people expect.
Brand Guide
Well
Canadian Club, Alberta Premium ($18-22)
Call
Crown Royal, Forty Creek ($25-35)
Premium
Crown Royal Reserve, Lot 40, Pike Creek ($40-55)
Top Shelf
Crown Royal XO, Alberta Premium Cask Strength, Canadian Club 20yr ($60-100+). Lot 40 is the bartender's pick — it proves Canadian whisky can have real backbone
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The Story
The smooth operator. Light, approachable Canadian blend built for easy drinking.