03/13/2025
Canada’s history with whisky goes deeper than the Americans. And in the last two decades, the craft distilling game here has been developing to the point where we can easily give up bourbon for some absolutely fantastic Canadian whiskies. Swipe to reveal some of our recommended pours and check our website for the full article.
Cirka: Cirka has several intriguing whiskies in their lineup, but for those of you looking for a 1:1 trade for bourbon, Whisky No. 2 is what you want. Made from 100% Quebec corn harvested within a 100km radius of the distillery, it’s approachable and satisfying, with that bourbony hint of sweetness. Available at SAQ and directly from Cirka’s website.
Lot No. 40: Tasty, comforting, and reliable. This is a very approachable 100% Rye, both in price and profile. Nice to sip and makes a fantastic Old Fashioned. Check out the much-loved Dark Oak version of Lot 40. Available at most liquor stores and directly from their website.
Forty Creek: Forty Creek was at the forefront of the new wave of Canadian craft whiskies. Their Barrel Select is a cheap and cheerful standard that is generally well-received by whisky enthusiasts. But connoisseurs will want to explore the limited releases like Maplewood Select, and Confederation Oak. Available at most liquor stores and directly from their website.
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