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Quaich1
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 Posted: Thu Oct 15, 2015 6:18 pm Post subject: Different offering at SAQ Quebec stores versus LCBO Ontario |
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I was looking at the SAQ Quebec liquor stores online site as compared to the LCBO stores in Ontario and the SAQ has a lot more unique single malt expressions.
Just a few listed here but interesting that they carry such malts:
They have the following single malts at the SAQ that they don't have in Ontario among others:
Auchentoshan 21 Year for $199. CDN
Benrinnes 23 Years 58.8 abv for $406 CDN
Old Pulteney 40 Year 51.3% abv for $4, 495 CDN.
Pittyvaich 20 Year 57.5%abv for $405.75 CDN.
Glenfarclas 21 year for 129. CDN
Glenrothes Sherry Cask Reserve Single Malt Scotch Whisky 40%abv for $100. CDN.
Old Particular Macallan Speyside Scotch Single Malt 21 Year 51.5abv at $484 CDN.
(I've never heard of this one). I am told it is a Douglas Laing.
BenRiach, Authenticus 25 Years Old 46%abv for $349 CDN.
And many more actually....Any thoughts?
I have family in Montreal so on next trip when ever that is will have a look see....
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Charlie
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| Posted: Thu Oct 15, 2015 7:11 pm Post subject: |
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| Auchentoshan 21 is very good |
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cobrajetjoe
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| Posted: Thu Oct 15, 2015 7:13 pm Post subject: |
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I have checked out the SAQ many times and they have some great offerings. I still haven't been to pick any up but should make a trip soon.
Have you checked out the Manitoba Liquor Mart? Also some different products and some decent pricing as well. I picked up a bottle of Highland Park 25 for $370, same bottle here in Ontario sells for over $600. I also grabbed a Ledaig 10 and a Balblair 2002/3. Good stuff. |
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Quaich1
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| Posted: Thu Oct 15, 2015 7:50 pm Post subject: |
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| cobrajetjoe wrote: | I have checked out the SAQ many times and they have some great offerings. I still haven't been to pick any up but should make a trip soon.
Have you checked out the Manitoba Liquor Mart? Also some different products and some decent pricing as well. I picked up a bottle of Highland Park 25 for $370, same bottle here in Ontario sells for over $600. I also grabbed a Ledaig 10 and a Balblair 2002/3. Good stuff. |
Interesting. I picked up my first bottle of Glenfarclas 105 when I was visiting Montreal a couple of years ago at a decent price at the SAQ. Also, the SAQ outlets offer many samples of single malts. When I was there the last time, the fellow opened a special cupboard with about 15 different single malts and asked if I would like to try some. My brother was driving. You don't get that at the LCBO. In fact, i have never been offered a sample at the LCBO. I'll take a look at the Manitoba site you mention.
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sorren
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| Posted: Thu Oct 15, 2015 8:10 pm Post subject: |
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| You know I have to second the toshan 21.. The Glenfarclas is ok but it lacks something, I would pick the 15 over it any day.now if it was a single barrel family cask well that would be different .. |
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Quaich1
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| sorren wrote: | | You know I have to second the toshan 21.. The Glenfarclas is ok but it lacks something, I would pick the 15 over it any day.now if it was a single barrel family cask well that would be different .. |
It's interesting that they carry the toshan 21 in Quebec but not in Ontario. Next time I'm down visiting the family I'll check it out and maybe even try a sample there as they are more accommodating at the SAQ in that way.
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Fightingirish
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Man, if you think the SAQ has some decent stuff. Check out the Kensington Wine market in Calgary.
You wouldn't believe what they offer. |
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Quaich1
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| Fightingirish wrote: | Man, if you think the SAQ has some decent stuff. Check out the Kensington Wine market in Calgary.
You wouldn't believe what they offer. |
You're right !
One of their tastings-:
Rare Malt Tasting
Date: October 20, 2015
Time: 7pm
Cost: $80.00
Location: KWM
Seats Remaining: SOLD OUT
Only the rarest whiskies, those 20+ years of age, those from closed distilleries and/or the exceptionally rare qualify for this tasting. Tue Oct 20
This event is sold out.
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Fightingirish
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Yup.
I have an Aunt coming home for Christmas from Calgary this year......you had better believe her suitcase will have nothing but Whisky in it. I told her, we can shop for clothes here when you arrive.  |
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