2008 Canadian Club 30 Years Blended Canadian Whisky 2008 80 Proof 750ml

The year 2008 marked a significant milestone for Canadian Club, celebrating 150 years with the release of this extraordinary 30 Year Old Blended Canadian Whisky. This rare and elegant expression, aged to perfection, delivers a profound depth of flavor and an unparalleled smoothness that reflects a century and a half of distilling mastery.

Tasting Notes

Nose: A sophisticated and inviting bouquet featuring rich caramel, toasted oak, and vanilla bean, interwoven with delicate hints of dried fruit (apricot, fig), maple syrup, and a subtle whisper of rye spice and leather. There's a soft, mature woodiness that speaks to its extensive aging, rounded by a creamy sweetness.

Palate: The palate is remarkably smooth and opulent, with a velvety texture that coats the mouth. Flavors of dark honey, butterscotch, and crème brûlée lead, followed by an elegant complexity of baking spices (cinnamon, nutmeg), ripe orchard fruits, and a nuanced nuttiness (almond, pecan). A faint tobacco leaf note emerges alongside sweet corn and a gentle, warming spiciness that avoids any harshness.

Finish: A long, graceful, and warming finish that lingers beautifully. It gradually fades from sweet oak and vanilla into a gentle spice, leaving behind echoes of dried fruit, a delicate smokiness, and a satisfyingly dry yet sweet complexity. The absence of a harsh alcohol burn is a testament to its age and refinement.

About the Distillery

Established in 1858 by Hiram Walker in Walkerville, Ontario, Canadian Club is one of the most historically significant and globally recognized Canadian whisky brands. Originally known as 'Walker's Club Whisky,' its popularity led to other distillers attempting to imitate its style, prompting Canadian distillers to add 'Canadian' to their labels. Canadian Club built its legacy on its signature blended style, meticulously crafted and aged, and famously enjoyed during Prohibition by Al Capone.