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Canadian Club Rye Whisky

750ml & 80 Proof

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Canadian Club Rye Whisky is a Rye hailing from Canada.

What is Canadian Club Rye Whisky?

Canadian Club Rye Whisky offers a smooth, mellow flavor profile that belies its storied history as a Prohibition-era favorite. Interestingly, during the 1920s, notorious gangster Al Capone smuggled thousands of cases of Canadian Club across the Detroit River, cementing its reputation as the whisky of choice for those seeking quality spirits during the dry years.

Why do we love Canadian Club Rye Whisky?

Canadian Club Rye Whisky stands out for its unique "blended at birth" process, where the whisky is blended before aging rather than after, resulting in an exceptionally smooth and mellow character. Unlike rum, which is made from sugarcane byproducts, this rye whisky offers a distinctively spicy and slightly fruity flavor profile that shines in classic cocktails like the Manhattan or Old Fashioned.

How do you drink Canadian Club Rye Whisky?

Canadian Club Rye Whisky shines in classic whisky cocktails, but it's equally enjoyable sipped neat or with a splash of water to open up its flavors. This versatile spirit is a year-round choice, pairing wonderfully with hearty comfort foods in colder months and lending itself to refreshing highballs when the weather warms up.

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Nose: Light vanilla and caramel notes mingle with subtle rye spice. Hints of oak and dried fruit emerge, along with a touch of nuttiness.

Palate: Smooth and mellow with a gentle warmth. Flavors of toffee and butterscotch lead, followed by rye bread and cinnamon. A slight fruitiness reminiscent of apples and pears adds depth.

Finish: Medium length with lingering warmth. Rye spice becomes more pronounced, balanced by sweet oak and a hint of black pepper. Fades with a pleasant dryness and a subtle maple sweetness.

Canadian Club Rye Whisky is crafted using a unique "barrel blending" process, where different styles of whisky are aged separately in oak barrels before being blended together prior to bottling. This method allows the master blender to carefully control the flavor profile, ensuring consistency and complexity in every batch while showcasing the spicy character of rye grain alongside the smooth, mellow notes typical of Canadian whisky.

  • Canadian Club Rye Whisky was a favorite of Al Capone during Prohibition. The gangster smuggled it across the Detroit River, earning it the nickname "The Real McCoy" for its authenticity compared to bootleg alternatives.
  • Despite its name, Canadian Club Rye Whisky isn't technically a rye whisky by modern standards. It contains less than 50% rye grain in its mash bill, making it a blended whisky under current regulations.
  • The brand gained unexpected popularity in Japan after being featured in the hit TV drama "Salaryman Kintaro" in 2001. The main character frequently drank Canadian Club, leading to a massive surge in sales and cementing its status as a cultural icon in Japan.
  • Main Ingredient: Rye
    Country of Origin: Canada

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    • Jake
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      I recommend this product
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      Great buy!

      Just alone the Whiskey has a fantastic woody slow burn taste and work great with the Murphys cocktail.

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    Last Updated: 2024-09-07

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