Crown Royal Blenders’ Mash

Description

About Crown Royal Blenders’ Mash

Produced by Crown Royal at the Gimli Distillery in Manitoba, Canada, Blenders’ Mash celebrates one component of the brand’s larger blended whisky profile: the corn‑heavy flavouring whisky used within the Deluxe blend.

Key Details

• Mash bill (reported): Approximately 64% corn, 31.5% rye, 4.5% malted barley.

• Maturation: Aged in new, charred American oak and/or ex‑bourbon barrels.

• Bottled strength: 40% ABV (80 proof).

• Style: Blended Canadian whisky styled with a “bourbon‑mash” character though not labelled as bourbon due to Canadian origin.

Tasting Profile

• Nose: Ripe apple, buttery toffee and hint of grilled oak.

• Palate: Creamy vanilla, dried orchard fruits (pear/apricot), allspice, toasted oak.

• Finish: Sweet caramel and smooth texture with lingering subtle oak character.

Why It Stands Out

• It offers a corn‑forward profile unusual for many Canadian blends, leaning closer in character to bourbon‑style whiskies, while remaining Canadian.

• As part of the Blenders’ Series, it gives whisky drinkers a chance to explore one flavour component of the Crown Royal blend in more isolation.

• Good value option for everyday drinking with a slightly richer flavour than standard Crown offerings.

Serving & Pairing Suggestions

• Serve neat in a tulip or short whisky tumbler to appreciate the vanilla and oak aromas.

• On the rocks or with a splash of water to soften and open up the dried‑fruit and spice notes.

• Works well in cocktails: e.g., an Old Fashioned or Whisky Sour where vanilla/fruit sweetness is desired.

• Pair with desserts like caramel cream, apple pie, or mild cheeses for complementary flavour profiles.