![]() It is not waiting that long to take action, however, and has already renamed the expression to Crown Royal Blenders’ Mash.Ĭrown Royal Blenders’ Mash, according to those behind it, is the first expression in a new line up known as the Blenders’ Series. Ultimately parent company Diageo is being allowed to keep the product for up to a year with the same name and label. ![]() It ran into issue here in the US, despite initially being TTB approved, in part because of its labeling with the use of the word bourbon. Review: Muckety-Muck 25-year-old Single Grain Scotch Whiskyįollow Adventures In Whiskey on WordPress.Crown Royal not too long ago released a Canadian blended whisky it called Bourbon Mash which, as the name implies, is a spirit made from a bourbon style mash. ![]() Review: Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (A123).Review: Michter’s 10-Year-Old Bourbon (2023).Review: Four Roses 135th Anniversary Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon.Wilderness Trail Distillery Celebrates 10 Years + Tour and Tasting.Tasting My Way Through a Dewar's Vertical.Review: Muckety-Muck 25-year-old Single Grain Scotch Whisky.Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Tequila Review.Review: Knob Creek 9 year and 12 year Bourbon.Crown Royal XO and XR Canadian Whisky Reviews.Recommended! 8/10īe sure to follow Adventures In Whiskey on social media for more content.Įnter your email address to follow Adventures in Whiskey and receive notifications of new posts by email. However, don’t conflate “smooth” with “lack of character.” Blenders’ Mash is an enjoyable pour, one I don’t have to think too much about while drinking it. In other words, folks who like their bourbon without the bite would enjoy this whisky. In terms of flavor, Blenders’ Mash sits perfectly in a world between Crown Royal and a standard bourbon, carrying over the “smoothness” the Canadian whisky is famous for. The finish is rather clean, with notes of sweet caramel corn. A bit of spiced green apples and sandalwood soon follows. That rich and sweet profile Crown Royal is known for can be found here in spades, with hints of maple syrup and creamy vanilla leading the way. The entry here is smooth, for lack of a better word. The nose is a bit subdued but nonetheless quite nice, featuring hints of vanilla pod, kettle corn, cinnamon toast, and a touch of toasted oak. It’s bottled at 40% ABV and available on shelves for about $28. Produced at the Crown Royal distillery in Gimli, Blenders’ Mash features a blend of bourbon-like, corn-heavy whiskies aged in new and used oak barrels. This release kicks off the Crown Royal Blenders’ Series, which focuses on, er, blending. The “Bourbon Mash” label was already TTB approved, but the government agency reversed its decision, causing Diageo, Crown Royal’s owner, to change the name to Blenders’ Mash.ĭon’t let the label controversy detract from what’s inside the bottle. ![]() Apparently that’s a big no-no here in the United States, where a whisky made outside of the country cannot use the word ‘bourbon’ on its label to describe it. The name stemmed from what Crown Royal distillers and blenders internally called the bourbon-like mash bill of this whisky. Here’s the short version of the story: When it first hit shelves, the name on the label was Crown Royal Bourbon Mash. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own.Ĭrown Royal’s latest release, Blenders’ Mash, might be its most controversial. Price aside, 13-year-old Blenders’ Mash comes with a recommendation. So, this Crown Royal blend is a bit expensive for what it delivers. I can name a number of bourbons for half that price. My only issue here is the price, which is about $100 a bottle. Not only is 13-year-old Blenders’ Mash a great gateway into Crown Royal for bourbon fans, it’s simply fantastic. This is fantastic whisky, and my favorite of the Noble Collection releases. The medium-length finish is warming with hints toasted oak and caramel. Some oak spice develops in the mid-palate, becoming slightly astringent. ![]() Cinnamon frosting leads things off, followed by a burst of freshly squeezed orange juice and maple caramel chews. It’s very reminiscent of a typical bourbon, and that sentiment also carries over to the palate. Rich caramel and oak spice are the dominant notes on the nose, complemented by vanilla and floral notes. Really, the only thing that keeps this from being bourbon is that it’s made in Canada and not the U.S. This whisky is also aged exclusively in new barrels. According to Crown Royal Brand Ambassador Stephen Wilson, it’s about two thirds corn and one third rye, with a touch of malted barley. The whisky’s mash bill is similar to that of bourbon. The 2018 entry to Crown Royal’s annual Noble Collection is this 13-year-old Blenders’ Mash. ![]()
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