Crown Royal Black

I've been generally unimpressed by Canadian Whiskies. I picked up a couple 50 mls of this to see if it could change my mind. First impression? Love the color on this one. Dark, robust, almost coffee-like. Pleasant nose. Definite caramel with a smoky note as well. Neat, it Enters the palate with a sweetness that stays throughout. Bold oak and char definitely present. Pleasant burn on the finish. I usually find Canadian whisky "thin" with very little complexity. While this is not as complex as a good bourbon, it is very enjoyable and offers a great "heavy" mouth feel with several discernible characteristics. Way ahead of Crown's standard offering. the only thing that keeps this from earning a 4th star is when I think about dropping $30 on this one, I look at the Bourbon aisle and see Elijah Craig 12, or Buffalo Trace or Old Granddad BIB. All less money and all better whiskies IMHO.

Did not like this one at all. Thought it had a bad aftertaste.