MASTERING THE WHISKY SOUR
We’re in the season of celebrating all things Canada—so why not raise a glass with some Canadian whisky? Each type brings its own unique flavours and character, elevating your cocktail whether you’re sticking with the classic recipe or experimenting with variations. Here’s how to choose the perfect Canadian whisky for your next Whisky Sour experience.
Crown Royal Northern Harvest Rye Canadian Whisky $35.99 Canada 429704
J.P. Wiser’s 18-Year-Old Canadian Whisky $82.99 Canada 21949
Shelter Point Single Malt Canadian Whisky $77.99 BC Spirit 283499
CANADIAN SINGLE MALT: RICH & SOPHISTICATED Some Canadian single malts offer rich malt flavours with notes of honey, dried fruit and subtle heathery or floral undertones, making them an excellent choice for a Gold Rush. The honey syrup complements these natural flavours, enhancing the whisky’s sweetness while adding depth. A local favourite like Shelter Point Single Malt Canadian Whisky, crafted in British Columbia, brings a gentle coastal influence that adds nuance and complexity, making it a perfect fit for this smooth, elevated variation.
SINGLE GRAIN (CORN) WHISKY: LIGHT & SWEET
RYE WHISKY: BOLD & SPICY
Rye whisky is known for its bold spice, peppery kick and dry finish— an excellent choice for adding depth to your Whisky Sour. A classic high-rye whisky, such as Crown Royal Northern Harvest Rye Canadian Whisky, stands up well to citrus and enhances cocktails like the Boston Sour or Amaretto Sour, as its spice cuts through the creaminess of the egg white to create a more dynamic cocktail.
Whiskies with a high corn content are known for their creamy mouthfeel and rich notes of vanilla, caramel and toasted oak. This smoothness makes them perfect for a New York Sour— unlike a bold rye, a high-corn whisky allows the wine’s fruity notes to shine without overpowering it. J.P. Wiser’s 18-Year-Old Canadian Whisky, for example, brings maturity and refined elegance to this layered cocktail.
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