Top 5 Canadian Whiskies of 2023 

Thanks Peter! I know it was a very "western Canadian" heavy list but I think all mentioned were worth the notoriety. Happy New Year. Cheers eh 🥃

Here's hoping they start showing up near you soon! At least Shelter Point, Macaloney's and Two Brewers have started prioritizing International Markets. One can dream :) Cheers and Happy New Year 🥃

The batch 2 of Alberta Premium Cask Strength was my first of the series and my favourite of the batches I had. Glad you have a bottle of that and the Wiser's 18 year. Some great Canadian whiskies. Cheers eh! Happy New Year 🥃

Ditto on Two Brewers. I shouldn't be surprised but am feeling very impressed by what they are putting out. Cheers Sheldon 🥃

An ICBM of Sherry!!! What a great description of this bottle! Haha 😄 I only had a small taste of the Shelter Point 12 when I purchased my bottle. Was hoping to drink down the 10 year before opening but my will is weakening by the day. Still really cool we both went to Shelter Point for out top choice of the year! Also, are you going to need at the Victoria Whisky Festival? I've confirmed that I'll be going this year. Would be great to meet up there. Cheer James, and happy new year! 🥃

@@whiskyonthewestcoast Afraid I don't think I'm going to make this year, due to a family event. Such a shame, as I'd have loved to meet up! 😭 Hope you have a awesome time mate...I loved it last year! 🥃

Sorry to hear the 10 year was sold out when you visited. However, as you point out, the Artisanal Single Malt is no slouch with that 7 year age statement. Great things from Shelter point though. Thanks for checking out the video. Cheers and Happy New Year 🥃

Glad to hear you have any Canadian Whisky Sandy! I understand it is hard to find the good stuff outside of Canada. Cheers buddy, happy new year 🥃

I'd like to try more Two Brewers at Cask Strength. I think that would be a real treat. I didn't regularly drink coffee until about 5 years ago. Now I rely far too much on it's magical stimulant powers. I had very low expectations for a coffee bean rested cask and it slapped me across the face with those expectations and then showed me the door. It was stark and unexpected. If I see #33 lying around out here I'll take a swing at it. Cheers man 🥃

I don't think it's something to be much ashamed of, as so often the higher quality Canadian Whisky doesn't get outside it's own province, let alone outside of Canada. You may see Shelter Point, Two Brewers or Macaloney's at some point as they are starting to be sold in more global markets. Hopefully some decent quality Canadian whiskies make their way over to Queensland. Cheers buddy 🥃

@@whiskyonthewestcoast Thanks mate. It’s the same with the quality Australian whiskies, though some of them should also start hitting global markets. They’re not here yet, but I’ll keep an eye out for Two Brewers and Macaloneys

Me too! They were great for decanters after, and they never rot or crumble! Cheers Nicolaj! 🥃

I have! I've tried both the 1st and second versions of Palm Trees and a Tropical Breeze but I haven't been able to get my hands on a full bottle. Would love to do a review of their stuff some day. Very promising from the small amount I have tried though! Happy new year! Cheers 🥃

Hey, sorry for the delay. I have been there, the broke University student phase, so I know money can be tight. In B.C. under $50 is tough, but I have some idea's. I've only used the B.C. Liquor Store for this to hopefully make it easier for you to find. Got some suggestions for a few different styles. First is a Sherry cask finished Blended Malt Scotch that I think is a killer value. That is the Naked Malt which is $45.99 at the government store(If you're in Abbotsford their is a store selling for $35). It is likely a blend of Macallan, Highland Park, and Glenrothes single malts. Buffalo Trace Bourbon is my go to cheaper Bourbon and runs $44.99 at the gov store. For a cheap Irish Jameson Caskmates Stout Cask finish is good for $38.49. If you want to try a decent 100% Rye from Canada the Lot 40 100% Rye can be had for $39.49. Finally Reifel Rye(another Canadian whisky) is on sale for $38.99. It's interesting as it is 91% pot still Canadian rye. The rest, in keeping with the weird Canadian 1/11 rule, is 6% Old Grand Dad Bourbon and 3 % Sherry(fortified wine). Hope that this list helps you find a decent bottle under $50 in B.C. Cheers 🥃

⁠​⁠​⁠@@whiskyonthewestcoastThanks so much for the thoughtful comment. Will give them all a try eventually.

Oops... forgot the Macaloney, Peated 46% which was for my local city Whisky Club... I'd probably put it as Number 5, out of the 7 Canadian's I opened in 2023

I know you said it's a limited list but I love it because I haven't had these yet! Sounds like Red Deer's finest at Grainhenge is doing some good work. I've only ever had their beer but that'll have to change. I'm planning on picking up that KWM Bridgeland as I've heard a few speak highly of it. Very cool list man. Cheers eh 🥃

Nice addition. I have found that their locally peated whiskies are pretty compelling when compared to other Canadian whiskies made with peat. Doesn't hit like it's 54 PPM but it is still a solid peat smack.