Our Whisky Canada Range

The history of Canadian whisky is documented since the year 1796 when the first whisky distillery is said to have opened in Manitoba. In the late 19th century, as many Scots and Irish immigrants arrived in the country, numerous distilleries were founded across Canada.

At one point, up to 200 whisky distilleries were established in Canada. However, with the Prohibition in the United States in the early 20th century, the Canadian whisky market also collapsed. Only a few distilleries have survived to this day.

Canadian whiskys are typically blends, combining distillates from various grains such as corn, rye, wheat, or barley. They are known for their smooth and approachable character.

Single malt whiskys are very rare in Canada. Although many Canadian whiskys are labeled as Rye Whisky, they are rarely bottled in pure form. This is because, even if there is no rye present, whisky can be labeled as "Canadian Rye."

Canadian whiskys have a minimum aging requirement of three years; most Canadian whisky varieties mature for about six years.

Canadian whisky must have a minimum alcohol content of 40 percent and can be refined with up to two percent sherry, fruit juice, or fruit wine.