Caribou Crossing Single Barrel is a Canadian whisky from the Sazerac Company, selected and bottled one barrel at a time at 80 proof (40% ABV).
The whisky is drawn from carefully selected barrels sourced from the finest aging stocks in Canada. Each barrel is chosen individually for its depth of character, then bottled on its own, so the result highlights the purity and smoothness Canada is known for while every barrel is a little different.
It has a silky texture and an amber hue, with a spicy, rye-forward character balanced by creamy vanilla. On the palate, the rye cuts through with a spicy kick, complemented by vanilla-custard smoothness, and the finish is oaky with a hint of orange tang.
The bottle is topped with its signature stopper and some bottles come in a gift box, which makes it a handsome present for whisky lovers.
Canadian whisky is often blended from several grains, and rye has long been so central to it that Canadians still call their whisky rye.
A single barrel bottling skips the large-scale blending step, so each bottle reflects one cask rather than a house average.
Canadian whisky must be aged at least three years in wood, and its long, cold winters slow the interaction between spirit and barrel.
At 40% ABV it is gentle enough to sip neat, and its spicy rye backbone stands up well in classic cocktails.
Tasting Notes
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Texture: Silky.
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Palate: Spicy rye and creamy vanilla custard.
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Finish: Oak with a hint of orange tang.
Specifications
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Producer: Sazerac Company
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Style: Canadian whisky, single barrel
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Proof / ABV: 80 proof (40% ABV)
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Region: Canada
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat or over ice, or mix a Manhattan or a Canadian highball. It pairs with maple-glazed salmon, pork or butter tarts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it a single barrel?
Yes, each bottling comes from one selected barrel.
What does it taste like?
Spicy rye and vanilla custard with an oaky, orange-tinged finish.
Who makes it?
The Sazerac Company.
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