 Nowadays
Canadian Whisky is made mainly from a
mix of corn, wheat and just a supplement
of rye for flavour. Canadians still
refer to their whisky as Rye Whisky even
though its been many years since rye was
the main ingredient in their whisky.
Today only a small amount of rye is
used, this adds flavour and results in a
lighter bodied whisky.
The
Glenora distillery in Nova Scotia
produces Canada's only malt whisky, all
the other Canadian distilleries produce
only blended whiskies.
Many
Canadian Whiskies can be considered a
close relative to the Whiskeys produced
by their American neighbours.
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Canadian Whiskies
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Canadian Club
Unlike other blends, this Canadian whiskey is blended before
maturing. Flavours of cola, smoke, grain
and caramel. Not as sweet as many other
Canadians. Very popular.
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Crown Royal
Premium blended Canadian whiskey. Aromas of
oak, coconut and orange. Fruity, nutty
flavour. Long finish with a touch of orange.
Probably the most popular Canadian blend
in Canada.
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Black Velvet
Aged in oak barrels for a full eight years. Smooth with a mellow taste and a rich whisky character.
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Lot No. 40
A smoky, sweet whisky which has the feel
of a single malt in the mouth.
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Pike Creek
Has an odd, thin edge to it and a vague
sweetness.
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Hirsch
A complex whisky with notes of honey and
spice.
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Gooderham & Worts
Has a suggestion of peat in a nicely
subtle whisky.
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Seagram's VO
The VO means "Very Own" because years ago
this whisky was set aside for the
Seagram family's private consumption. It
has a floral nose. Mellow flavours with
spicy notes in the follow through.
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Yukon Jack
The sweet black sheep of Canadian whisky liqueurs.
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Where To Buy Canadian Whisky Online
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You will find a selection of
Canadian Whiskies at the following
online whisky shops:
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