Distiller Notes
Canadian Club Chronicles 42 Year Old "The Dock Man" Canadian Whisky is amber in color. Robust rye spice, caramel, oak and a hint of char, to be expected from a whisky aged for 42 years. On the palate, this whisky is pleasantly warm and slightly sweet with delicate notes of brown sugar and baking spices balanced with oak and a rye spiciness; complex and rich. Finishes with a lingering taste of toffee and a subtle tartness on the palate.
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Whisky Advocate
The Chronicles collection debuted two years ago with the release of the 40 year old. This, the third annual release, incorporates a smidgen of younger rye and a dash of brandy. The nose and palate are deep and complex. Fruity and floral on the nose, with hints of raisin tarts, apple skins, and apricots. A sweet fruitiness, with mild peppers, baking spices, and a crisp, vaguely tannic backbone. Extended fruity, glowing finish.
Often considered the lightest and friendliest of Whiskeys, Canadian Whiskey is most often corn-based, but a small portion of rye is often also added to the mash bill in order to enhance flavor. Because of the prevalence of this practice, Canadian Whisky is often referred to as Canadian Rye or Rye Whisky, though one shouldn’t confuse it with American Rye Whiskey, which must have a mash bill made from at least 51% rye grain. Canadian Whiskey must be entirely produced in Canada, including an aging period of three years in oak barrels.