Tag: canadian whisky
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Just the Sip: Found North Batch 001 Review
I’ve been sitting on a pair of Found North samples for some time now. When I decided it was time to finally sit down and give the brand its just due, I knew I’d prefer to start with a full-fledged review if I could help it. This is why my…
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Found North Hover Hawk First Flight Scoresheet & Review
The modern whisk(e)y market has no shortage of recent brands that seemed to blow up overnight, particularly when it comes to North America. Although this predominantly extends to bourbon—and rye to a lesser extent, one brand has recently captivated drinkers while adding an air of credibility to a more flimsily…
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Just the Sip: Crown Royal Review
Even to the whiskey casual, Crown Royal requires no introduction. The widely known backstory of Samuel Bronfman creating it as a gift for the King and Queen of England visiting Canada notwithstanding, the decorative bottle (often accompanied by a bag) is considered the face of Canadian whisky. And like the…
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Barrell Seagrass Scoresheet & Review
One whiskey release from 2021 that requires next to no introduction is Barrell Seagrass. The storm of talk and acclaim following its release was prompt, and Barrell are still riding that high with the recently released 16-Year Seagrass, which will soon be followed by a 20-Year version. Most folks won’t…
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Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask 8-Year Rye Scoresheet & Review
Going from a casual whiskey fan to something of a hobbyist has certainly impacted my perspective and spending habits. Where I previously considered $30 a big spend for a bottle of whiskey, I’ve now shelled out more than I care to admit on certain bottles. Sometimes those pricier bottles can…
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Crown Royal Noble Rye 16-Year Scoresheet & Review
Canadian whisky hasn’t exactly been high on my radar. Most commercial brands tend to be of the blended variety, where neutral grain spirit is mixed with more traditional whisky, watered down, and sold in various bottle sizes to the masses. Scotch crowds could talk your head off about the woes…
