Description
Crown Royal Northern Harvest Rye is an award-winning Canadian whisky made with 90% rye – a rarity in the world of whiskies. This unique recipe ensures a harmonious balance of flavour, sweetness and a gentle vanilla note. With a strong alcohol content of 45% by volume, this whisky is full-bodied, yet remarkably smooth and pleasant to drink.
The renowned Crown Royal distillery, founded in Canada in 1939, stands for the highest quality in whisky production. The Northern Harvest Rye has even been celebrated by whisky experts worldwide – including being named “Whisky of the Year” by Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible in 2016. Its smooth, spicy texture and complex character make it interesting for Purists and cocktail lovers alike.
Tasting NoteColour: Warm golden hue with amber reflections.
Nose: Intense rye aroma with fine notes of spices, toasted oak, vanilla and a hint of caramel.
Flavour: Full-bodied and smooth with a perfect balance of spicy rye, sweet honey, buttery caramel and light notes of dried fruit. Subtle oak spice provides additional complexity.
Finish: Medium to long, warming and elegant with notes of pepper, vanilla and a hint of toasted almonds.
The Crown Royal Northern Harvest Rye is ideal for drinking straight or with a few drops of water to develop the flavours even more. Its elegant flavour also makes it a perfect base for classic cocktails such as a Manhattan, Old Fashioned or Whisky Sour.
In culinary terms, this rye whisky harmonises particularly well with smoked meat, BBQ dishes, dark chocolate or nutty desserts. It also unfolds its full flavours impressively with strong cheeses.
With its excellent balance between rye flavour, sweetness and oak, Crown Royal Northern Harvest Rye is a must for whisky lovers who want to experience Canadian whisky art at its best. A real treat for connoisseurs and a wonderful gift thanks to the elegant gift box (GB).
