Canadian Club Reserve 9 Year Canadian Whisky

Canadian Club Reserve 9 Year Old is a premium blended Canadian whisky that serves as a more mature and robust sibling to the brand's well-known 1858 Original. It offers increased depth and character due to its longer aging period.

Key Characteristics:

• 9-Year Age Statement: Aged for a full 9 years in white oak barrels. This extended maturation, three times the minimum legal requirement for Canadian whisky, contributes to greater complexity, smoothness, and the development of oak notes.
• Blended Canadian Whisky: It's a blend of Canadian whiskies, like other Canadian Club expressions. It's often highlighted for having a greater rye influence compared to the 1858 Original, which gives it a spicier character.
• "Blended at Birth": Adheres to the Canadian Club tradition where different grain whiskies are blended before being put into casks for aging, allowing for a harmonious integration of flavors over time.
• Proof: Typically bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof), ensuring it remains smooth and approachable for a wide range of drinkers.
• Positioning: Sits between the 1858 Original and the Classic 12 Year Old in the Canadian Club core range, offering a step-up in maturity and flavor.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Expect inviting aromas of toffee and toasted oak, intertwined with a creamy, oaky vanilla. There might be hints of sweet caramel and a subtle spice.
• Palate: The palate offers flavors of English toffee and rich, mellow oak. It's balanced by soft nutmeg and clove, contributing to a spicier, more robust taste profile than the original. Some sources note an initial surge of toffee, dry grain, and dried dark fruit.
• Finish: Warm and lingering, with a dry finish and an enduring presence of caramel and vanilla. The spice notes from the palate should also persist gently.

Awards & Recognition:

Canadian Club Reserve 9 Year Old has received positive recognition:

• Gold Medal at the SIP Awards (multiple years, including 2022, 2023, 2024).
• Consumer Choice Award at the SIP Awards (multiple years, including 2022, 2023, 2024).
• Rated 88 points by Wine Enthusiast.
• Rated 92 points by Whisky Advocate (for the discontinued 10-year version, noting similarities with the 9-year).

Overall Impression:

Canadian Club Reserve 9 Year Old is a well-regarded expression for those seeking a more flavorful and matured Canadian whisky without a significantly higher proof. Its 9 years of aging and notable rye influence provide more complexity and spice than the standard 1858 Original, making it an excellent choice for sipping neat or on the rocks. It also stands up well in classic cocktails, adding a richer dimension to mixed drinks. It's often considered a great value for an aged Canadian blend.

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