I have usually overlooked Crown Royal products partly due to lack of interest but mainly because of my limited exposure and perception that most Canadian whiskies are uninteresting (i.e. Canadian Club) and only good for mixing. Then, through a sample kindly provided by Pranay, I have been pleasantly surprised and found a quality Canadian whiskey and one that I will look to add to my collection. The nose of this dram is is what you find at a country breakfast: Frosted Flakes, Brioche French Toast with confectioners sugar, maple syrup with a touch of cinnamon and nutmeg. It arrives in a rich body, slightly hot, which delivers butterscotch and baking spices. Finishes almost as it arrives, sweet and spice with a touch of oak, Add a small amount of water and that initial burn is softened and the sweetness is enhanced. The palate, however, is slightly bitter. A dram that suits well, in my mind, during the fall season as an after dinner sipper to finish of a good Sunday meal. [Dry glass: caramel and marshmallows][91/100][Tasted: 9/25/16]