Whiskey - Canadian blended whisky

Core

Ontario (Hiram Walker / Corby), Alberta (Alberta Distillers), Manitoba (Crown Royal/Gimli), Quebec (Valleyfield)

Famous For

ABV40-46%. Almost always bottled at 40%.
Sub-styles
Traditional BlendRye-ForwardSingle GrainPremium Blend

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.

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