TORONTO – October 2024 – Following the successful launch of the premium Invitation Series last year, iconic Canadian whisky brand Canadian Club is pleased to release the second annual edition of the series with Canadian Club Classic 18 Year Old High Proof. As Canadian Club’s first-ever 18-year-old whisky, this elevated expression offers the well-known smooth, well-balanced taste of Canadian Club Classic, carefully aged and bottled at a higher proof for a full-bodied tasting experience. Already receiving international recognition, Canadian Club Classic 18 Year Old High Proof was awarded Gold at the 2024 International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC)1, demonstrating its exceptional quality and craftsmanship. The exclusive, one-time release will be available across Canada in limited quantities this fall.
With a captivating golden amber hue, Canadian Club Classic 18 Year Old High Proof invites Canadians to enjoy a robust sensorial experience, appealing to whisky explorers and experts alike. Aromas of caramels, toffee, and rich leather set the tone for its spicy vanilla and rich oak taste, and smooth butterscotch finish.
“Canadian Club originated from the idea that whisky should be different – smooth and easy to drink – and the Canadian Club label has always come with assurance of exceptional quality,” says Danielle Milette, Senior Brand Manager of Canadian Club. “The brand’s enduring legacy is marked by bold innovation and ingenuity, and the latest release is no exception, offering a journey through time with a taste of Canadian Club’s history in every sip.”
The Invitation Series, which saw its initial release in 2023, celebrates old stories and new beginnings, inspired by the excitement and promise that comes with receiving an invitation. “It’s my honour to extend a warm welcome into the world of Canadian Club to premium whisky newcomers and aficionados through each modern and relevant one-time release in the Invitation Series,” shares Canadian Club Brand Ambassador Tish Harcus. “Few things are more personal than an invitation to where it all began – home – and the Invitation Series is my personal vision to connect kindred spirits through the discovery of the brand’s history of craft and expertise.”
Invitations hold the promise of all good things to come – camaraderie, enriching adventures, old friends and older stories, and the chance to write new ones. This lies at the heart of Canadian Club’s commitment to bringing kindred spirits together now and through the next century of celebrated Canadian whisky artistry.
Tasting Notes:
- Colour: Golden amber
- Aroma: Caramels, toffee, and rich leather tones
- Taste: Spicy vanilla and rich oak
- Finish: Butterscotch finish
Canadian Club Classic 18 Year Old High Proof is set to be on shelves this fall across Canada at a suggested retail price of $89.95/ 750mL, with an ABV of 58%. For further information, please visit canadianclub.com. For high-res photography, click here.
1 Canadian Club Classic 18 Year Old High Proof was awarded Gold (95 points) by the International Wine & Spirits Competition, 2024.
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