Price: $25 for 750ml

Distilled/Owned by: Crown Royal / Diageo

Region: Canada

40% ABV

Mashbill: A blend of rye, malted barley, and corn

Aged For: NAS

Cask Type: Seasoned and new white oak barrels

Chill Filtered: Yes

Color Added: Yes

 

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Color: Tawny

Drank: Neat, in a glencairn.

Nose: Grain mash, rye, cinnamon, earthy with dirt. Touch of oak and a bit of vanilla.

Mouthfeel: Watery

Palate/Taste: Cinnamon and caramel, bits of pepper and vanilla.

Finish: Short and gentle with bits of oak, cinnamon, and caramel.

Thoughts: Canada, what’s with you and these watery bland whiskies? I know you guys can make a mean rye, I’ve had whistlepig!

Score: 70 out of 100