CENTURY RESERVE 21 YEAR OLD CANADIAN RYE WHISKY

Detailed DescriptionThe bottle’s label may say “Canadian Rye Whisky” but this is 100% corn whisky. Rye is a popular alias for Canadian Whisky. German and Dutch immigrants added small amounts of rye-grain flour to their mashes to boost the flavor of their whisky. They called this new whisky style “rye” and it quickly became so popular that Canadian Whisky was branded “Rye” regardless of the grain composition. There are now just a few 100% corn whiskies made in Canada.Century Reserve 21 Year Old Canadian Rye Whisky Tasting NotesNose: Marmalade and hints of vanilla pudding marrying themselves into the overall aroma.Palate: Rich woody flavours of oak and cedar with the spiciness of the wood tempered by caramel corn.Finish: The finish is longer and smooth.Distillery InformationHighwood was founded in 1974, and remains one of the largest independent distilleries in Canada, producing a wide range of products. Rapid growth in their consumer-friendly beverages allowed them to expand quickly. In 2005, Highwood acquired the distillery and brands of Cascadia Distillery — located to the west of them, in the mountains. Highwood Distillery is a mid-tier distillery nestled up against the Rocky Mountains in western Alberta, Canada. Being an independent, getting accurate productions numbers is problematic at best. But the visitor center has stated in the past that they produce upwards of 300,000 cases of distilled spirits per year. Given the size of the facility and stills, this seems a reasonable estimate.